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Private Ikebukuro Anime Game and Culture Tour in Sunshine City

By Shingo Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is S$125 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant anime culture of Ikebukuro on a private walking tour tailored to your tastes. Begin near Ikebukuro Station and explore iconic shopping areas like Sunshine City, filled with character goods and unique themed stores.

Your guide will customise the route to maximise your experience, helping you navigate the best spots for figures, merch, cards and gachapon while offering insights into the local anime scene.

This tour is designed for both newcomers and collectors, ensuring a fun and efficient shopping experience.

  • Personalised anime shopping route based on your favourite titles and characters
  • Expert guidance on finding figures, keychains, and limited-edition items
  • Visit Sunshine City for Pokemon Centre & ONEPIECE Mugiwara shop and capsule toys
  • Dive into Japanese arcade culture at GiGO—try music rhythm games, Mario Kart, crane games, and purikura photo booths
  • Explore Otome Road (Option) for character goods and fan culture
Activity location
  • Animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store
    • 1-20-7 Higashi Ikebukuro
    • 170-0013, Toshima, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Cafe&Bar RAGE ST 池袋東口
    • 2 28
    • 171-0022, Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan

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Private Ikebukuro Anime Game and Culture Tour in Sunshine City
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
S$125.01 x 1 AdultS$125.01

Total
Price is S$125.01
Until Wed, 18 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English Speaking Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transport

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store
  • 30m
At Animate Ikebukuro, travellers will dive into one of Tokyo’s most iconic anime shopping destinations. You’ll browse floors packed with manga and anime goodies—from character goods and keychains to clear files, plushies, figures, and collectibles—making it easy to find souvenirs that match your favourite series. The store also has strong sections for BL manga and related merchandise, so fans can explore a wide variety in one place. Because Animate updates displays frequently, you’ll also see what’s trending right now in Japan, with shelves featuring the best-selling and currently popular anime titles and their latest official goods. Your guide can help you navigate the huge selection, spot limited or seasonal items, and point you towards the sections that best fit your interests.
GiGO Ikebukuro 1
  • 30m
At GiGO, you’ll step straight into the high-energy world of a Japanese game centre—bright lights, catchy sounds, and direct action. You can challenge yourself with music rhythm games (a must-try arcade experience in Japan), race your friends on Mario Kart, and test your luck and skill on crane games to win plushies and character prizes. You can also jump into a photo booth (purikura) area to take fun, uniquely Japanese pictures and customise them with cute filters and decorations. Whether you’re a serious gamer or just curious, GiGO is the perfect place to dive into Japanese arcade culture, try machines you don’t often see overseas, and make unforgettable memories.
Sanrio Gift Gate
  • 30m
At the Sanrio Shop, you’ll enter a world of pure “kawaii” filled with Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and many more beloved characters. You can browse shelves of adorable stationery, plush toys, keychains, bags, accessories, and small gifts—perfect for souvenirs or treating yourself. You’ll also find seasonal collections and limited-edition items that change throughout the year, so there’s always something new and trendy to discover. Even if you’re not a hardcore fan, it’s a fun stop to experience Japan’s cute culture up close and pick up something irresistibly charming.
Card Secret
  • 30m
At Card Secret, you can shop for some of Japan’s most popular trading cards, including ONE PIECE Card Game and Pokémon cards. You’ll find a wide selection—from booster packs and single cards to starter decks and accessories—so you can hunt for specific cards or simply grab what’s hot right now. If you’re new to TCGs, it’s still a fun place to see Japan’s card culture up close, and if you’re a collector, it’s a great stop to check availability and compare options before you buy.
Sunshine City
  • 1h
At Sunshine City Ikebukuro, you’ll explore a fan paradise packed with famous character stores and fun surprises. You can visit the ONE PIECE Mugiwara Store and the Pokémon Centre to browse official goods like plushies, keychains, apparel, stationery, and limited seasonal items that are often trending in Japan right now. You’ll also dive into rows of gashapon capsule toy machines, perfect for quick collectible hunts and “one more try” excitement. On top of that, you can stop by the Ghibli shop for charming Studio Ghibli items, plus discover random toy goodies and unique souvenirs as you walk through the complex—there’s always something new to see, even if you’re just browsing.

Location

Activity location
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    Animate Ikebukuro Flagship Store
    • 1-20-7 Higashi Ikebukuro
    • 170-0013, Toshima, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Cafe&Bar RAGE ST 池袋東口
    • 2 28
    • 171-0022, Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan

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