
Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3,227 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume worth booking?
Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume is a 1-hour experience in Osaka, Japan, from $71 per person. It scores 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3,227 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 87 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3,227)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $71 per person
***YOU NEED TO BRING AN VALID DRIVING LICENSE AS WELL AS YOUR PASSPORT**** For driver's license: Book type is valid ALL CARD/DEGITAL TYPE DRIVING LICENSE ISN'T VALID! 1. You need an book type international driving license based on 1949 Genava Convention!!(card/degital type isn't valid) 2.ALL PLASTIC drivers license card is NOT allowed to drive in Japan. 3.All Paper-Book style drivers license without "1949" on the surface is NOT allowed to drive in Japan. 4.Drivers license for EU is NOT allowed in Japan. But the EU license ONLY BY Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Slovenia, or Monaco is allowed to drive in Japan WITH Japanese Translation by authorized organization and the passport. ***↑YOU NEED TO BRING AN VALID DRIVING LICENSE↑**** Explore Osaka with Go Kart in funny costumes and enjoy the beautiful view of Osaka! Dress up as your favorite characters and get on the Go Kart to explore Osaka's most famous sightseeing spots such as Namba, Dottonbori area.
What you get
About this experience
***YOU NEED TO BRING AN VALID DRIVING LICENSE AS WELL AS YOUR PASSPORT**** For driver's license: Book type is valid ALL CARD/DEGITAL TYPE DRIVING LICENSE ISN'T VALID! 1. You need an book type international driving license based on 1949 Genava Convention!!(card/degital type isn't valid) 2.ALL PLASTIC drivers license card is NOT allowed to drive in Japan. 3.All Paper-Book style drivers license without "1949" on the surface is NOT allowed to drive in Japan. 4.Drivers license for EU is NOT allowed in Japan. But the EU license ONLY BY Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Slovenia, or Monaco is allowed to drive in Japan WITH Japanese Translation by authorized organization and the passport. ***↑YOU NEED TO BRING AN VALID DRIVING LICENSE↑**** Explore Osaka with Go Kart in funny costumes and enjoy the beautiful view of Osaka! Dress up as your favorite characters and get on the Go Kart to explore Osaka's most famous sightseeing spots such as Namba, Dottonbori area.
What's included
Included
- Go Kart rental
- The insurance fee
- Costume rental
- Surcharges on fuel
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food
What you'll see and do
Start point!!
Pass by without stopping
Dotombori District
Many people will shake hand when they see your gokart driving!!
Pass by without stopping
Minami (Namba)
Many people will shake hand when they see your gokart driving!!
Pass by without stopping
Tsutenkaku
You can see osakatower and many osaka local food restaurant!
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Osaka
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- AKIBA KART OSAKA
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You must have a valid International Driving Permit, Japanese drivers license, or Japanese SOFA license (based on the 1949 Geneva Convention). Holders of a driver license from Belgium, France, Germany, Monaco, Slovenia, Switzerland or Taiwan can also use an official Japanese translation provided by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) or the country’s embassy or consulate in Japan
- Minimum age is 18 years
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- All Go Karts are for 1 person only. There are no multi-person karts
- The facility offers costumes for you to borrow with no additional charge. You can buy some inexpensive costumes at the nearby Don Quixote shop if you would like your own
- Height restriction: All participants must be between 150cm to 190cm
- Recommended weight: under 100 kg and less
- The tour may be cancelled when it rains heavily. When the activity is cancelled due to bad weather, you will be able to re-schedule without charge. If the alternative date for re-scheduling due to bad weather is not available, you will get a full refund
- Kindly ensure your arrival 20 minutes prior to the scheduled tour commencement
- Regrettably, we are unable to provide refunds in the event of either the omission of your international driver's license or the presentation of an international driver's license that lacks validity in Japan
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3,204 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
3,204 verified traveler reviews for Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing
It was great, had so much fun.!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Experience
Very good experience. Especially at night with city light
via Tripadvisor
Amazing!!!
Felix was such an amazing guide, really thorough with safety tips and made the experience so much fun! We had the best time!
via Tripadvisor
Pure adrenaline fun
I'll tip my hat off to Yuma, Arthur, and Haruki! They are such a light-hearted, funny and modest crew spearheading the kart experience. Registration was seamless and the drive itself was a lot of fun. We had the opportunity to do a night drive and we went around the city, highlighting the beauty and surrounds of Osaka castle. We were supposed to do it a night before but it was raining - I was worried then as my eye glasses had no wipers - but they were kind enough to postpone it the to next day when the weather had no rain. I highly recommend this experience - feel the gushing of air as you accelerate down the main road and side streets of Osaka, satiating your eyes with the wonderful nightlife of the city, while keeping your cool trusting your driver instinct not to run over a pedestrian or collide with your co-go-karters or other road users, LOL!
via Tripadvisor
amazing drive
Yuma is a highly experienced guide. Tonight's drive was unforgettable.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $71 to $11,025
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,129
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by AKIBA KART OSAKA, who run 3 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 81.7 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
See everything AKIBA KART OSAKA runsWhy this scores 87
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Osaka.
How much does Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume cost?
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Prices start at $71 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Osaka usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Osaka is not rushed.
Is Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3,227 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Osaka, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume?
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Around 1,129 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Osaka can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Osaka and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Osaka within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Osaka?
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On Outty we rank every Osaka experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori, Gems & Lunch, Osaka Sumo Experience with Live Show and Audience Challenge, Chopstick Making Osaka: Customize Your Chopsticks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Osaka?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume?
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Included: Go Kart rental; The insurance fee; Costume rental; and Surcharges on fuel. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Food. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume offered in?
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It is offered in Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume?
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Across 3,227 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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