Akihabara Subculture and Shibuya Street Kart Tour in Tokyo
Do this because
- Experience the Shibuya Crossing in a unique way by driving a go-kart
- Visit Akihabara, the ultimate destination for anime and manga fans
- Enjoy a visit to a maid café where cosplaying maids provide a fun experience
What to expect
You may have seen the Shibuya Crossing in countless movies and TV shows, but now you can experience this iconic landmark in a truly unforgettable way—by driving a go-kart right through it. This one-of-a-kind tour lets you navigate the bustling streets of Shibuya, giving you a thrill like no other.
After this exhilarating drive, the adventure continues as you head to Akihabara, the mecca for anime and manga enthusiasts. Known as Electric Town, Akihabara is packed with shops where you can find an incredible variety of anime figures, collectables, and electronics. Whether you're a hardcore otaku or a casual fan, this area is a paradise of pop culture. And no visit to Akihabara would be complete without stopping by a maid café, where the charming staff dressed in cosplay will serve you and entertain you in a setting straight out of your favourite anime.
This tour combines the excitement of racing through one of Tokyo's most famous intersections with the cultural immersion of Akihabara, offering an experience that’s both thrilling and uniquely Japanese.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- Street Kart is an activity that involves driving on public roads in Japan. So you need your effective driver's license valid in Japan
- All plastic driver's license cards are not allowed to drive in Japan
- All paper-book style driver's licenses without "1949" on the surface are NOT valid in Japan
- EU driver's licenses are not valid in Japan
- Only driver's licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Slovenia or Monaco are valid in Japan with Japanese translation provided by the authorized organization and the passport
- SOFA Driving License for US Forces Japan
- An international driving license is valid for one year from the date of issue (the date of issue must be confirmed), and the period of validity for driving a car in Japan is one year from the date of entry into Japan (the date of entry to be confirmed with the entry stamp in the passport)
- This tour may be operated by a multilingual guide
Remember to bring:
- Passport
What’s included
Guided tour
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 7 days before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
JRTGroup
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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