Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot

Outty Ranking 46 3.0 · 2 traveler reviews0.5 hoursFrom $3850

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46/100

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3.0/5

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Is Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot worth booking?

Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot is a 0.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $3850 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
46 / 100
Rating
3/5 (2)
Duration
0.5 hours
From
$3850 per person

Welcome to the world of Mobile Police Patlabor! This is the only facility in Japan where you can actually operate the Ingram. Explore Japan’s only research and development center for human-controlled robots. Story The A

What you get

    About this experience

    Welcome to the world of Mobile Police Patlabor! This is the only facility in Japan where you can actually operate the Ingram. Explore Japan’s only research and development center for human-controlled robots. Story The AVX-S30 Ingram (prototype) has undergone numerous tests to collect data for an upgrade to a 128-bit CPU. By gathering pilot data from people around the world, the Ingram continues to evolve to move more smoothly and effectively! ※Maximum participants: 12 people Additional activities available for an extra fee: ・Full-arm operation of INGRAM ・Sit inside the INGRAM cockpit and experience manual control and seat movement just like in the anime!

    What's included

    Included

    • Viewing

    Not included

    • In-facility Charges
    • Transportation Expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. A rare chance to see the world’s only 5-meter-tall humanoid robot up close! Visit our humanoid robot research and development facility. Witness cutting-edge robotics technology firsthand. Optional experiences include riding the lift system or even piloting the robot for an additional fee! English guidance is available, and exclusive merchandise can only be purchased here.

      Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Tokyo

    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.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    株式会社Japanticket

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    mpQ6367XQ · February 2026

    Broken robot, terrible service and unexpected upcharges

    TLDR: The service was awful, the experience feels badly maintained and it barely worked for me. The upcharges mean you don’t get to do much either. It felt like a waste of time and money. The ticket is just the price to get in the door, and just getting in the robot is an unexpected upcharge. Doing so gives you some ratty gloves that ‘control’ the fingers, but they’re either broken or poorly programmed since the fingers just spazzed out. Not that it would’ve mattered for pictures since they didn’t move the ladder gantry for us (and ruined the view from the cockpit). The price to do the full experience was astronomical so don’t expect move the arms or anything. The worst part was how the English speaking member of staff kept hurrying us along and pushing upcharges and merch, so we never got to enjoy any of it. The constant rushing and corner cutting just ruined the experience. My partner didn’t even get to do anything. It felt like an artificial issue since the party before us ponied up for the full experience and dominated our time slot. This whole thing is just poorly run. As a sidenote, it’s just in an unmarked warehouse in a residential district. It’s a long walk, so take the bus. But you’d be better off steering clear altogether. I’m a Patlab fan, but I went in with reasonable expectations. Word is that they are shutting this down soon, and based on my experience, I can see why they’d lose the license.

    via Tripadvisor

    Rizki I · October 2025

    Superb

    It was super exciting and amazing experience, becoming a mecha pilot was never a dream again, nice staffs and they explained everything very clear.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 46

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)16
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)80
    Local standing (8% weight)29
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot cost?

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    Prices start at $3850 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot take?

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    Plan for about 0.5 hours 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 Tokyo is not rushed.

    Is Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot?

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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 Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot?

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    Around 1 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 Tokyo 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 Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 0.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Patlabor Lab Viewing the 5 Meter Robot 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 Tokyo 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 Tokyo?

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    Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. 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 Tokyo?

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    Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. 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 Tokyo?

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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.

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