Tokyo: Nakano Anime Culture Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG1139082-1747811
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore Nakano, Tokyo’s anime subculture paradise, on a self-guided tour. Visit Mandarake stores, spin capsule toys, and discover rare collectibles in a vibrant pop-culture haven.
Start your adventure at Nakano Station North Exit and stroll through Nakano Sunmall, a retro shopping street packed with local toy shops and Showa-era charm.
Enter Nakano Broadway, the legendary 4-floor complex filled with anime, manga, and collectible stores. Discover rare manga and doujinshi at Mandarake Main Store, limited-edition toys and figures at Special-kan, stylish art exhibitions at Hakaba no Garou (The Graveyard Gallery), and hundreds of capsule toy machines in the basement gachapon zone.
Stop by TRF Nakano, a nostalgic arcade loved by cosplayers, or explore tiny alleys filled with private display cases selling rare anime goods.
End the walk at Nakano Shikinomori Park, a calm open space often used for cosplay and anime events — the perfect place for photos and a short break before heading back.
Highlights
- Discover the hidden world of Tokyo’s anime subculture in Nakano
- Explore Nakano Broadway, a 4-floor complex filled with anime and manga
- Visit the world-famous Mandarake stores and hunt for rare collectibles
- Spin capsule toys and find hidden treasures in the gachapon zone
- Experience the unique mix of retro and modern Japanese pop culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves walking.
Check the opening hours of stores and attractions in advance.
If the number of participants does not reach three, the tour may be canceled. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
JR Nakano Station (North Exit)
INCLUDED
- guided walking tour
- Visit to Nakano Broadway
- Exploration of Mandarake stores
- Visit to TRF Nakano arcade
- Visit to Nakano Shikinomori Park
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
