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Tours/Tokyo/Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
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Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer

5.0(2)Tokyo5 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
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Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer
Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer

At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Price from
$65 / person
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
秋葉原バケーションパッケージ
Meeting point
A guide interpreter and cosplayer with an Akihabara vacation package sign will be waiting for you at the square in front of the Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit.Meet in front of the TAMASHI NATIONS STORE.

Description

Join us for a half-day tour packed with Akihabara's subculture, accompanied by an English-speaking interpreter and cosplayers! This tour will take you through the holy land of Japan's subculture, featuring shopping at the "Radio Kaikan," where various shops offer anime, manga, and other content, as well as experiences at maid cafés and game centers—all in just half a day! At the end of the tour, we will digitally edit photos of your favorite purchased items, along with pictures with the maids and cosplayers, creating original photos as a gift to cherish your memories of the trip! With an interpreter and cosplayers accompanying you, this tour promises to be a safe and enjoyable experience. No matter your age, this tour is sure to satisfy a wide range of customers, including families and friends—it’s a must-do experience!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Tue, and Thu
Start times
1:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Nov 12
Adult (ages 6–80)
$65

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.

Tour Options

Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer

Itinerary

30 min

The tour will start from the TAMASHII NATION STORE. This store showcases and sells popular Japanese anime figures that are a hit among foreign visitors. The displayed content is changed approximately every two months. Additionally, there are store-exclusive products that can only be purchased here, making it an irresistible shop for anime lovers visiting from overseas.

90 min

At the Radio Kaikan, which has become a symbol of Akihabara, you will have about an hour and a half for shopping. There are many shops offering a variety of anime and gaming merchandise, so once you enter the building, we will explain what shops are on each floor before you start shopping. For those who may feel anxious about shopping, our interpreters and cosplayers will be there to assist you, ensuring you can enjoy your shopping experience with peace of mind. Additionally, there is a project where you can take original photos using a dedicated box for your purchased items at the photo studio we will visit at the end of the tour. We will provide this information to you before shopping begins.

20 min

On the way from Radio Kaikan to GIGO Building 3, we will guide you through the Akihabara Radio Center (Parts Town) while sharing insights about Akihabara's history. This area is filled with numerous shops and showcases packed with figurines along the narrow corridors, making it a fun spot just to explore and look around.

Akihabara Gigo
Admission included40 min

There are no game centers abroad that match the scale and richness of those in Japan, making Japanese game centers very popular among foreign visitors who often encounter games they have never seen before. This tour includes a licensed tour guide who can assist with any difficulties, such as not knowing how to play the games. We will provide each customer with 1,000 yen worth of coins in advance, allowing everyone to enjoy Japanese games in their own way.

Admission included60 min

At the maid café "Maidreamin," you can take a break with a collaboration parfait and drink for the Akihabara International Film Festival. We will offer an original parfait topped with Akihabara International Film Festival cookies, creating a sense of exclusivity that you can only experience by participating in this tour. You will get to experience the surreal atmosphere of a maid café, which is almost non-existent overseas, along with the attentive service from the maids. We hope you feel the true essence of Akihabara!

60 min

At the photo studio "Luminova," you can place your purchased items or favorite goods in a dedicated box and take original photos. You can also take two-shot pictures with accompanying cosplayers or capture moments with the maids from "Maidreamin," whom you visited earlier. Photos with the maids can only be taken in designated areas of the café, making this a truly valuable experience.

What's included

Included
Photo studio usage fee
Game center fee (1,000 yen worth)
All Fees and Taxes
Tour original parfait and drink set fee
Guide fee (interpreter)
Entry fee for Maidreamin
Not included
Additional orders at the maid café

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
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How it compares in Tokyo

  • Starting price $65 is 60% below the typical $161 for tours of similar length in Tokyo

Excurgo comparison of 4,172 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer take?

Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.

How much does Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer cost?

Prices start at $65 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, starting at 1:30 PM.

Can I cancel Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is A guide interpreter and cosplayer with an Akihabara vacation package sign will be waiting for you at the square in front of the Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit. Meet in front of the TAMASHI NATIONS STORE. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Explore Akihabara Subculture with a Guide and Cosplayer worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 秋葉原バケーションパッケージ.

Reviews(2)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$65/ person
5.0(2)
Duration5 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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