Street Go-Kart Experience in Osaka

(1955 Ratings)

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1 hr - 2 hrs

Drive through the vibrant city of Osaka in a mini-car to all the popular sites. Dress up as your favorite hero and become the center of attention as you speed past tourists. Catch on with the craze!

highlights

Discover popular sites Dotonbori, Namba, Osaka Castle, and Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka in a trendy go-kart.
Dress as your favorite character and speed alongside bigger cars.
Soak in the attention and pose for tourists who snap away.
An English-speaking driving guard will accompany you.
You can choose to drive around the city at the time slot of your choice with 1 or 2-hour courses.
Fun Fact: The mini car with its automatic transmission allows you to drive as fast as 60km per hour.

inclusions

English-speaking driving guide
Instructor fees
Insurance provided by the operator
Cosplay costume rental

exclusions

Hotel transfers
Additional gratuities
Food & drinks

cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

ratings & reviews

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Emily

Sep, 2023

5/5

The guide was very fun and outgoing! He took amazing photos and videos of our experience. The instructions were clear in plain english and the costumes that were provided were cute! The drive was amazing and got to see many areas of Osaka including Osaka Castle 😌

Lawrence

Sep, 2023

5/5

Awesome time! Huro was great and we felt safe the whole time. I was skeptical doing this as it seemed like something the young kids do but it was hella fun for us seniors! Great way to see Osaka on a short day trip from Kyoto.

Vinda

Jul, 2023

5/5

The team at Akiba Kart were very professional and knowledge of the streets of Osaka. A great way to get a tour of the city as well as an unforgettable memory with friends. Highly highly recommended!

Kenneth

Jun, 2023

5/5

What a positive and fun experience! Weaving through traffic in a foreign country low to the ground, so cool. Haru was a great guide pointing out all the landmarks and taking pics of the group. Definitely try the two hour tour when you're in Osaka!

Farah

May, 2023

4/5

Come by half an hour early to choose costume, it was easy to locate as well, some kids felt i was a real life minion and waved to me happily and public will take pictures, it is a great experience to try if you come by japan, I recommend if you have international driving license as required, although another person had caused trouble and we waited on the roadside while tourguide was looking for him, we lost a few minutes of the tour, so if we do try again we feel like we might try for a longer duration one, but it was all good since we took lots of pictures and selfies while waiting. Enjoyed the view while driving around as well, thank you all staff all friendly and accommodating 🥰

your experience

Zip through the busy streets of Osaka to all the popular sightseeing areas like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, Namba and more. Choose a 1 or 2-hour course that suits your needs, style up as your favorite character and get ready to be the center of attention.

The mini car with its automatic transmission, signal lights, and adjustable seats allows you to drive as fast as 60km per hour. Zoom past the normal-sized cars and flash a smile to the tourists as they snap away. Be ready with your Japanese driver's license, Japanese SOFA license, or an international driving permit and you'll be ready to hit the road.

know before you go

Important Information

It is advised to refrain from wearing high heels, snowshoes, long skirts, or other clothing that may interfere with driving.
It is not necessary to refill the gasoline.
Make sure to arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before a tour begins.
SOFA Driving License for US Forces Japan.
You need a Japanese SOFA license or an international driving permit to be able to drive.
You have to obtain a valid international license based on the 1949 Geneva Convention, online data cards and card types are invalid. For international licenses, please click here.
States Side Drivers License with US Military ID is acceptable.

A passport with a foreign driving license (issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, Slovenia, or Monaco) with Japanese translation by an authorized organization is allowed.

A passport with an international driving permit (issued by a signatory to the 1949 Geneva Convention) is allowed.
The experience is restricted for guests weighing less than 100kg, taller than 150cm, and shorter than 190cm.

Restrictions

All paper-style driver's license without a “1949” indication on the surface is not allowed to drive in Japan.

Timings

1-hour Short Course: 2:30 to 3:30pm, 4 to 5pm
2-hour Long Course: 10am to 12pm, 6 to 8pm

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