Tokyo Go-Kart through Shibuya and Shinjuku (IDP Required)
Description
You MUST have an International Driving Permit issued in the format of the 1949 Geneva Convention and driving license from your country of origin and passport. EXCEPT for participants with licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, or Monaco. In which case you will need a Japanese translation of your license from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF/Online Application for Japanese Translation) and your own driving license. Failure to bring all required documents will result in cancellation of the tour without the possibility of a refund.
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Itinerary
Pass on of the most beautiful parks in Tokyo, Shinjuku Gyoen National Park. This park is very popular for Sakura viewing during the spring season.
Pass by the high class shopping area known as Omotesando, see the expensive cars pass you by as you cruise through.
Harajuku is a trendy area in Tokyo, experience the wacky fashion as you zoom by.
Chill at the traffic lights and watch thousands of people cross the famous Shibuya Scramble crossing.
Yoyogi Park is a large city park in Shibuya, with lawns, ponds and forested areas. It is neighbored with the famous Meiji Jingu shrine.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku is often visited by tourists for its free observation decks which provide good panoramic views of Tokyo and beyond.
Kabukichō is an entertainment district in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. Kabukichō is considered a red-light district with a high concentration of host and hostess clubs, love hotels, shops, restaurants, and nightclubs, and is often called the "Sleepless Town". Nearby is the renowned Golden Gai, which has its narrow streets and small eating/drinking bars.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 15 MIN BEFORE the booking time.ALCOHOL consumption before the tour is prohibited, so please be responsible.PLEASE DO NOT WEAR the long skirts, high heel shoes or sandals.
- You MUST have an International Driving Permit issued in the format of the 1949 Geneva Convention and driving license from your country of origin and passport. EXCEPT for participants with licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, or Monaco. In which case you will need a Japanese translation of your license from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF/Online Application for Japanese Translation) and your own driving license. IDPs MUST be in booklet form, not in paper or A4 form.
- Please note that International Driving Permits MUST be issued by your countries approved issuer. Some common examples are; Australia – AAA . USA – AAA or AATA. UK – AA or RAC. Canada – CAA
- International driving permits that are issued under the Vienna Convention 1968 are NOT accepted in Japan.
- Our cancellation policy is below;
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour start time for a full refund. If you cancel within 24 hours of the tour start time the paid amount will not be refunded.
- If your tour is canceled due to bad weather, you will be eligible for a full refund. Or you have the opportunity to reschedule depending on availability.
- Due to the nature of operating mechanical parts, when we reach the maximum capacity of booking we may need to amend or adjust bookings depending on kart availability.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure they have the correct/valid documents for driving in Japan, failure to do so will result in denial of participation without the possibility of a refund. If you are not sure, please reach out to us directly and we can help to check if you have valid documents.
- Please watch the instructional video in the confirmation email.
Reviews(115)
Found out about this while searching for unusual things to do in Tokyo. Although there are several operators in the city, we chose JapanGoKarts because it was located in Shinjuku, where we were staying. Staff was great, very professional and very safety conscious. As it turned out, we were the only two that signed up for a 4 o'clock ride. We had a front van in a back van and just us two in the middle. The go karts are great, going going up to 40 mph. We spent well over an hour driving through Shinjuku and Shibuya, including the famous scramble crossing. Can't express how much fun this is. Period to think that you are driving go karts through the most populated part of the most populated city in the world is incredible to describe. Hands-down, the most fun for the money! Can't recommend Japan Go Karts enough.
What an unforgettable experience! Driving a go-kart through the streets was exciting, well-organized, and so much fun. The staff were friendly, the safety briefing was clear, and seeing the city from a completely different perspective made it even more memorable. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique adventure!
What a great experience, riding a go kart through Tokyo dressed as Minions 😂 From start to finish the tour was brilliant, staff were excellent and the sharing of photos at the end was a lovely touch. Cannot recommend highly enough.
I had an incredible experience! It was sooo much fun! Best activity I’ve done in Tokyo so far! I want to do it again!
The best experience in Japan.
Very nice Tour through Shinjuku and Shibuya. The carts are new, the whole experience felt very safe. We had the guide in a leading van and a van behind our group.
A super fun way to experience the city! We were a group of 7 adults, all of varying ages and everyone had a fantastic time. The operators were fantastic to deal with. Would recommend!
Such an exhilarating experience highly recommended 10/10 definitely will rebook on our 2nd trip very safe and coordinated
Great time would Do it again loved the time and views of the city!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!! No else more to say just try it out
The tour operator did a very concise and clear safety orientation. I really appreciated their advice. We had so much fun. Just a little tip: it’s windy so wear gloves.
