Overview
No commentary, no lectures—just the pure, raw sensation of the drive. Forget the guidebooks and language barriers. This is the ultimate go karting adventure weaving through the subcultural grid of Akihabara and conquer the world's most legendary intersection - Shibuya Crossing. Cosplay as your favorite anime or comic character and join a tight-knit group of fellow adventurers for an unforgettable pulse of the city. ・ A more exhilarating way to sight-see—a go-karting adventure ・ Hassle-free experience with go-kart rental and fuel included ・ Great photo opportunities: Dress up in a character costume ・Small group size makes it easy to keep up
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Costume Rental Fee
- Lead Guide in a Kart
- Kart Rental Fee
- Fuel surcharge
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and Drinks
- Gratuities
- Action Camera Rental Gear (camera, mount, SDcard)
- Full Coverage Insurance
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
MUST ARRIVE 30min prior to reserved time for the check-in process. You will choose a costume here.
Stop 2
Drive through the Japanese Anime and Game mecca, Akihabara!
Stop 3
You will not drive in the palace but you will drive around it.
Stop 4
Harajuku is the hotspot for Japanese fashion. The Entrance Arch to Takeshita street changes design through out the year.
Stop 5
Drive the through the most famous crosswalk in the world, the Shibuya Crossing (scramble).
Stop 6
The red-brick façade of the beautifully restored Tokyo Station Marunouchi Station building.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- **ALL GROUP BOOKINGS SHOULD AVOID BOOKING INDIVIDUALLY as there will be no guarantee that you can join together.
- ALL Participants will need an International Driving Permit issued in the format of the 1949 Geneva Convention from a government authorized association to drive in Japan. • EXCEPT participants with licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, or Monaco will need to obtain a Japanese translation of their license from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF)
- Participants must carry their physical International Driving Permit (or for exceptional countries listed above that requires a Japanese translation, the physical domestic license + official translation) and physical passport
- Drivers' licenses issued by countries not covered by the 1949 Geneva Convention (such as China, Indonesia, Mexico, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, etc.) are not permitted to drive in Japan
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Wear closed footwear. Skirts or long dresses are not advised.
- Mandatory briefing videos and liability waivers are available in multiple languages in both audio and written format. The live on-road activity itself is conducted in English only.
- You MUST inform us if you have any level of hearing impairment or mobility impairment.