
Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)
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5.0/5
Based on 71 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) worth booking?
Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) is a 2-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $46000 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 71 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (71)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $46000 per person
1)Dive into the world of retro gaming in Tokyo's Akihabara district 2)Choose your console: the original Game Boy (DMG) or Game Boy Advance (GBA) 3)Mod and customize it with a backlit IPS screen, custom shell, and buttons
What you get
- Backlit IPS screen, installed during your session
- Custom shell color of your choice
- All parts, tools, and your console (Original Game Boy or Game Boy Advance) — yours to keep
- Hands-on, step-by-step guidance from passionate, English-speaking staff
- Classic game cartridges to play on-site during the workshop
About this experience
1)Dive into the world of retro gaming in Tokyo's Akihabara district 2)Choose your console: the original Game Boy (DMG) or Game Boy Advance (GBA) 3)Mod and customize it with a backlit IPS screen, custom shell, and buttons 4)Learn about the history and technology behind Nintendo's handheld consoles 5)Take home your personalized Game Boy and enjoy classic cartridges on-site
What's included
Included
- Backlit IPS screen, installed during your session
- Custom shell color of your choice
- All parts, tools, and your console (Original Game Boy or Game Boy Advance) — yours to keep
- Hands-on, step-by-step guidance from passionate, English-speaking staff
- Classic game cartridges to play on-site during the workshop
Not included
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
The workshop is located on the 7th floor of Le Nid Kanda. Please use the address provided to find the building. At the ground-floor entrance, enter 701 on the intercom keypad and press the call button. Our staff will unlock the door — then take the elevator to the 7th floor.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The workshop is located on the 7th floor of Le Nid Kanda. Please use the address provided to find the building. At the ground-floor entrance, enter 701 on the intercom keypad and press the call button. Our staff will unlock the door — then take the elevator to the 7th floor.
Options you can book
Tokyo: Game Boy Advance Mod
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Game Boy Advance and mod kit
Tokyo: Original Game Boy mod
Duration: 2 hours Original Game Boy and mod kit
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 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mod Tokyo
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
84 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Night in Akihabara
Wonderful evening modding a game boy! Maui was great!
via Tripadvisor
Childhood healing!! 🥹
Really fun experience if you have a childhood with gaming!!! You should definitely tryyy at least once!
via Tripadvisor
Nostalgic , super cool !
This experience was a dream come true ! Younger me would be ecstatic ! Great team - can’t wait to come back in the future and build the game boy advance ! X
via Tripadvisor
Gameboy making
This was an awesome experience! Everyone was super friendly and very helpful when making the gameboy! They had tons of color combos and yummy candy to eat while you build!
via Tripadvisor
Gameboy modding
Amazing experience, a definite must do when in Tokyo. Nostalgic experience playing with a retro gameboy and making it your own
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $46000 to $52000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 25
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) cost?
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Prices start at $46000 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 Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 71 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 Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)?
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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 Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)?
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Around 25 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance) 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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