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Journey to the Showa era in Nakano, cradle of Otaku subculture
5-chōme
About
Discover the popular Nakano district through this walking tour, which will introduce you to the essentials of the neighborhood as well as the most unusual places. Nakano, located just 5 minutes by train from Shinjuku is often referred to as the "otaku paradise". Its iconic shopping mall, Nakano Broadway, is a maze of small shops specializing in Japanese pop culture. he visit will be an opportunity to travel back in time to Japan of the Showa era. You’ll discover many aspects of the country, from shopping galleries to places of worship, to the must-see yokocho alleyways full of bars and izakaya.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
At the end of the tour, you will be offered the option of spending some time together in a local Izakaya.
Meeting Points
Departure
Nakano Station
North exit of Nakano station, at the bench in the shape of a circle.
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Journey to the Showa era in Nakano, cradle of Otaku subculture
5-chōme
About
Discover the popular Nakano district through this walking tour, which will introduce you to the essentials of the neighborhood as well as the most unusual places. Nakano, located just 5 minutes by train from Shinjuku is often referred to as the "otaku paradise". Its iconic shopping mall, Nakano Broadway, is a maze of small shops specializing in Japanese pop culture. he visit will be an opportunity to travel back in time to Japan of the Showa era. You’ll discover many aspects of the country, from shopping galleries to places of worship, to the must-see yokocho alleyways full of bars and izakaya.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
At the end of the tour, you will be offered the option of spending some time together in a local Izakaya.
Meeting Points
Departure
Nakano Station
North exit of Nakano station, at the bench in the shape of a circle.
The Nakano Sun Mall is an emblematic place of Tokyo, steeped in history and charm.
Charming covered commercial arcade stretching over several blocks and housing over a hundred shops and restaurants on either side of the promenade.
15 minutes
2
Arai Tenjin Kitano Shrine
The shrine honors the deities Sugawara no Michizane and Ukemochi no Kami.
The village of Arai, once located here, enjoyed an abundance of water. Locals prayed to Tenjin for protection from the floods caused by the Myoshoji River and asked Ukemochi, the mother of all food, for a good harvest.
10 minutes
3
Araiyakushi Baishouin
Founded in 1586, this temple is renowned for its healing power of eye diseases and its assistance in the education of children.
10 minutes
4
Yakushi Ai Road Shopping Street
Locally affectionate pedestrian street from Baishoin Temple to Nakano Broadway.
Its name comes from Baishoin Temple, renowned for its healing powers of eye ailments. The word “Ai” also means “love” in Japanese.
20 minutes
5
Nakano Broadway
Founded in 1966 as a luxury shopping complex, it has become a popular destination for otaku and pop culture enthusiasts.
The shopping mall is home to many shops selling anime and idol-related items, including more than a dozen small Mandarake stores specializing in collectibles related to manga and anime.
1 hour
6
Nakano
Nakano Kitaguchi Ichibangai is a shopping street that extends just outside the northern exit of Nakano Station.
The narrow alleys are lined with many restaurants, giving the area a lively atmosphere day and night.
In particular, many shops have retained their Showa-era decorations and signs, making a simple stroll through the neighborhood a unique experience.
