About this tour

Explore Ikebukuro’s Anime and Gaming Wonderland

This exciting tour takes you deep into Ikebukuro’s vibrant anime and gaming culture. Discover retro arcades, the world’s largest gachapon store, and the famous Pokémon Center. Enjoy an authentic maid café experience, explore iconic anime destinations like Animate, and capture unforgettable moments at purikura photo booths. Whether you’re a passionate anime and gaming fan or just curious about modern Japanese pop culture, this tour offers an immersive journey into Japan’s unique world of nostalgia and innovation.

Itinerary

1. Ikebukuro Mikado Game Center（20 minutes）

Step into a retro gamer’s paradise with classics from the 1980s and 1990s, including Street Fighter II , shooting games, and racing titles. A must-visit for vintage gaming fans!

2. Passing By: Toshima Mirai / Kibou no Hana Monument

Admire this musical note-shaped monument, celebrating Toshima City’s 70th anniversary. It features lyrics from the district song and has been highlighted in the anime “Durarara!!.”

3. Passing By: Animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store

Recognized as one of the “88 Holy Sites of Anime,” this is the world’s largest anime shop. Stop by for shopping opportunities on your return route.

4. namco Ikebukuroten（30 minutes (Admission included)）

The area’s largest purikura (photo booth) shop, offering themed interiors and creative photo opportunities for all ages.

5. HoneyHoney Ikebukuro（40 minutes (Admission included)）

Experience a welcoming and authentic maid café, where you’ll be greeted with a smile and served unique drinks and food. Please note that alternative maid cafés may be arranged if fully booked.

6. Gachapon Department Store Ikebukuro Main Branch（30 minutes）

Home to 3,000 gashapon machines , this massive specialty store offers the latest collectibles and exclusive items. Don’t forget to take photos along “Gashapon Street.”

7. Pokémon Mega Center Tokyo（20 minutes）

A paradise for Pokémon fans! Explore an extensive collection of exclusive goods, plush toys, stationery, and clothing. A must-see in Ikebukuro’s Sunshine City complex .