Tokyo Go Kart: Asakusa, Skytree, and Akihabara **IDP MUST**
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Tokyo Go Kart: Asakusa, Skytree, and Akihabara **IDP MUST**
By Monkey KART Asakusa
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Ages 18-100
Duration: 1h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Go-kart
- Guide
- Photo shooting
- Costume
- Bluetooth speaker
What's not included- Action camera
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- Monkey kart Asakusa, Japan, 130-0003 Tokyo, Sumida City, Yokokawa, 4-chōme99 Monkey-kart Asakusa shopPlease arrive 20 minutes before your booking time. 7 minute-walk from Oshiage Station **Please make sure to bring your valid international driving permit with you. Without IDP, we cannot offer this activity. **
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 210466P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- All drivers are required to get a hardcopy paper booklet of your 1949 Geneva Convention International Driving Permit (IDP) issued by the Official agency in your country. (AAA, AA, CAA, ATCUAE, et al.)
- For driving licenses issued from France, Switzerland, Taiwan, Germany, Monaco, and Belgium, you need a JAPANESE TRANSLATION of your local license. You can obtain the physical copy from JAF office (Japan Automobile Federation).
- 1968 Vienna Convention, IDA, IAA or any other permits acquired online are NOT RECOGNIZED by Japan.
- Online copy or any digital copy of your permits are NOT valid.
- Driving permits from Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Brazil, Costa Rica, Colombia, Kuwait, Qatar, and some countries are NOT ALLOWED to drive in Japan, please check if your country issues the 1949 Geneva Convention Permits.
- Please obtain your permits before leaving your country.
- We as company compliance with safety standards and local laws as per Japan.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Can we just bring our local driver's license and drive in Japan?
- No. Please make sure to bring an International driving permit issued by local authority of your country such as AAA, CAA OR AA. International driving permit or Japanese driver's license is required to enjoy Monkey Kart! Please check your local government for requirements. Some countries may not issue international driving permits.Answered May 2023
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 210466P1
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- Japan, 〒130-0003 Tokyo, Sumida City, Yokokawa, 4-chōme−9−9 Monkey-kart Asakusa shopPlease arrive 20 minutes before your booking time. 7 minute-walk from Oshiage Station **Please make sure to bring your valid international driving permit with you. Without IDP, we cannot offer this activity. **
- Pass byAkihabaraTokyo SkytreeSenso-ji TempleRyogoku KokugikanNihonbashi Bridge
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- katewY5816XI0 contributionsMonkey Kart is a must do!!!Had an incredible time. Best way to see the city. Clean, hospitable and fun. Staff are great, Juani is a legend. 100% recommend, it’s a must do 🤙🏽Written 8 February 2025
- Gonzalo H0 contributionsYou have to do this in Tokyo!A must do in Tokyo. Seriously soo much fun, I don't know where in the world you can do this kind of activity haha. Chris and Shin were great, I learnt a lot about the city. Lots of photos and videos taken.Written 8 February 2025
- kentc7590 contributionsRiding through tokyo on the canamAMAZING, FUN AND COOL 😎 Shoma thank you for being my tour guide, I had so much fun riding with monkey kart January 2025 . Must tryWritten 31 January 2025
- thresiao0 contributionsAmazing and fun experience would 100% recommendSoooo much fun!! Insanely enjoyable way to enjoy all the views of Tokyo and our tour guide Lisa was amazing!! Would definitely recommend and will go again if we come back!!Written 29 January 2025
- T7550GOsarah0 contributionsFun timeThis is our second time we love every moment of it. Best time ever had in Tokyo with my clothes on, 10/10 recommend. Don’t book with competition this the real og provider right hereWritten 28 January 2025
- 226jabarim0 contributionsMonkey Kart TourTour was awesome! The guide was great in showing the routes around different cities & many people were surprised & took pictures! Had so much fun adventuring the city very nice, definitely recommend.Written 27 January 2025
- Journey456423956400 contributionsKens the man!Ken was an amazing guide! Very enjoyable time on the tour. Will go again next time.thamk you so much.was alittle bumpie on streets.Written 22 January 2025
- Explorer672845709290 contributionsAwesome Kart Trip with JuaniAmazing experience! Our guide Juani was super entertaining and helpful, accurately explaining everything about the Karts and then giving clear signals throughout, while also taking pictures at intersections and telling my wife and I more about the different areas of Tokyo. Very fun time we won't soon forget. Word to the wise though, if it's cold definitely try to find goggles.Written 17 January 2025
- benfW5460QF0 contributionsAmazingAwesome fun! Did it at night and it was amazing. Matias was an excellent guide! Highly recommend if your in Tokyo and do it at nightWritten 16 January 2025
- huwh20250 contributionsIt was greatGreat ride. Adam was great too. The views across the city were amazing and I can’t wait to come back again when I can drive myself.Written 12 January 2025
- kylebW1027HJ0 contributionsBest placeRekish and mirko perfect host /instructors me and my friends had the most fantastic time / experience would full recommend 100% 10/10 monkey kart shop 2 shibuya if your defo go there too thanks again to mirko & rekishWritten 7 January 2025
- Departure431628468120 contributionsFun gokart experience!I recently had the most amazing experience with a sightseeing go-kart tour in Japan! The tour was incredibly well-organized, and the staff were friendly and professional. Driving through the bustling streets of Tokyo in a go-kart was an absolute thrill. We got to see so many iconic landmarks, and the guides provided interesting facts and stories along the way. The go-karts were easy to drive and well-maintained, ensuring a safe and fun adventure. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a unique and exhilarating way to explore the city!Written 4 January 2025
- Freshlobby0 contributionsFamily KartingIt was a fun and exciting experience going around Tokyo in the go kart. The hosts were really nice to me and my family. Written by Lachlan (9yo)Written 2 January 2025
- Companion257517713250 contributionsGo Cart FunThe tour was amazing! Mirko did an amazing job and it was a blast. I would definitely do it again. Very accommodating for a family of four! The suits were amazing!Written 31 December 2024
- 683nylah0 contributionsGoKartingIt was very fun. The routes were very interesting. Would recommend at night for full night time lights. Mirko was our lead and made sure everyone was togetherWritten 31 December 2024
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Vicky S
Washington DC, DC4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
How do you say tourist without saying tourist? Go go-karting through Tokyo! Definitely a must do! The thought of zipping through Tokyo on a go-kart is intimidating, but so worth it once you start zooming through the city! And not as hard/scary as you might think. It is a fun experience that is unmatched anywhere else (definitely wont see this in my home city!). Adam was a great guide, ensuring no one got left behind and provided simple instructions that kept us safe and together. The hour flew by and was totally bummed when it was over.
I also give kudos to Monkey kart for rebooking us. Our inital tour got rained out, and we got rebooked for the following week (or could have taken a refund). Knowing what I know now, would have been a massive bummer to not experience this excursion.
I also give kudos to Monkey kart for rebooking us. Our inital tour got rained out, and we got rebooked for the following week (or could have taken a refund). Knowing what I know now, would have been a massive bummer to not experience this excursion.
Written 16 October 2023
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Hello! Thank you for the amazing review! We appreciate you recommending it others
visiting Japan. We are honored to have made your day memorable
Written 16 January 2024
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Charlie D
2 contributions
What an amazing experience. At first I was nervous to drive in the open streets with the regular cars but Travis was a great guide and made us feel at ease. It was such a unique way to see the city and gave us the opportunity to see sites that we would have missed if we didn’t do this experience. A lot of people we passed took pictures and waved. I highly recommend Monkey Kart!
Written 24 May 2024
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Hello Charlie! Thank you for the kind review! We were honored to have you at our shop in Asakusa! You were such an amazing driver! We can’t thank you enough for recommending our tours!
Written 1 June 2024
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Road28948717030
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Mar 2023 • Couples
This is the best hour you'll spend in Tokyo!
Karting through the streets of Tokyo during sunset hours is truly magical - I highly recommend this tour and company.
Such a surreal and immense experience driving through Shibuya in fancy dress - this was part of our honeymoon and the memory will last a lifetime.
Well recommended. Staff were more than willing to help when we needed to reschedule due to weather. Adam and Satar were the perfect instructors and are a credit to the company - friendly, funny and informative.
Karting through the streets of Tokyo during sunset hours is truly magical - I highly recommend this tour and company.
Such a surreal and immense experience driving through Shibuya in fancy dress - this was part of our honeymoon and the memory will last a lifetime.
Well recommended. Staff were more than willing to help when we needed to reschedule due to weather. Adam and Satar were the perfect instructors and are a credit to the company - friendly, funny and informative.
Written 30 March 2023
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Thank you for the amazing review! We’re so happy to hear that the sunset tour through Tokyo was such a magical experience, especially as part of your honeymoon! 🥰 Adam and Satar will be thrilled to know they made your time even better. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable memories!
Written 6 December 2024
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AlexTeTraveler
Kiryat Motzkin, Israel55 contributions
We reserved 2 double byes ( because we have 2 non driving children) after e-mail exchange. The place proposed this double bike option. No word about any special experience was mansions.
When we arrived, they told us that previous bike experience required. They ask us to perform for them our knowledge to ride bike. All that was done in very stressful and unfriendly way. After less that 1 minutes for both of drivers they told that we can’t do it and instead we can split that place instructor will drive kids and we will drive kart but not on same ride. But each of us will drive alone and we will split between 2 separate time for ride.
Which ruins family experience.
As result of offensive behavior one kids was not ready ride with instructor alone.
So only one adult and one kid ride instead whole family.
There was no money refund despite the place not allowing what was booked.
Result they ruined our day, family experience, feeling as we ware trick on purpose and our money is stalled.
In 30+ year of traveling it is worse ever experience I got around the globe.
When we arrived, they told us that previous bike experience required. They ask us to perform for them our knowledge to ride bike. All that was done in very stressful and unfriendly way. After less that 1 minutes for both of drivers they told that we can’t do it and instead we can split that place instructor will drive kids and we will drive kart but not on same ride. But each of us will drive alone and we will split between 2 separate time for ride.
Which ruins family experience.
As result of offensive behavior one kids was not ready ride with instructor alone.
So only one adult and one kid ride instead whole family.
There was no money refund despite the place not allowing what was booked.
Result they ruined our day, family experience, feeling as we ware trick on purpose and our money is stalled.
In 30+ year of traveling it is worse ever experience I got around the globe.
Written 18 October 2024
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Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience and sincerely apologize for any frustration this may have caused.
Our Can-Am bikes are designed for families, with two seats allowing children to ride as passengers. However, given that the Can-Am bike is equipped with a powerful 600cc engine, we take extra precautions to ensure everyone’s safety. Before each tour, we conduct a safety assessment to ensure participants are comfortable driving on the public roads. We deeply apologize if this process felt stressful or unwelcoming to you. Please know that our team’s intention was only to prevent any potential risks on the road, and we appreciate your understanding if it seemed like they had concerns about your suitability to drive.
With only two Can-Am bikes available per time slot, our availability can be limited. We strive to offer the best options based on availability and your preferred schedule. In this instance, we apologize if we were unable to provide both bikes at the same time due to prior bookings. Please rest assured that we always do our utmost to accommodate our guests whenever possible.
Thank you again for your valuable feedback and for your understanding. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future and provide a more enjoyable experience.
Written 19 October 2024
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tranaudo3
7 contributions
Jan 2023
This was my favorite thing I did in Japan. Make sure to go at night so that everything is all lit up. The excursion starts off with around a 10 minute briefing about how to operate the go cart and what are the driving rules in Japan, and how you will need to drive on the city streets. Most of the time you are driving one after another in a group of 6 to 8 and then when you come to a stop on the street you pull 2 x 2. The guide made sure everyone was having fun and driving safely. At stops they would get out of their vehicle and take pictures, as well as tells us what area we are in. Defintely worth the money, and the driving portion lasts an hour.
Written 24 January 2023
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Hello! Thank you so much for the review! We are glad our tour was worth the money! We can’t thank you enough for the detailed explanation!
Written 2 June 2024
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Amanda A
3 contributions
Feb 2023
Hard to pick a favorite part! You're driving right through the busy wards and if you do the night tour, you're in the middle of all the lights and people and buildings! You get to drive through the infamous Shibuya crossing and pass by other landmarks and you get to go pretty fast on the straightaways. My partner said we were going as fast as 40 mph once he did the kph conversion! We went on a Wednesday so that probably contributed to there being less traffic and us being able to go faster.
Very fun, very worth it. I've been to Tokyo several times because I have family here, but this activity made it stand out among all my other trips! I recommend going at night to see all the lights!!
Very fun, very worth it. I've been to Tokyo several times because I have family here, but this activity made it stand out among all my other trips! I recommend going at night to see all the lights!!
Written 9 March 2023
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Wow, thank you for the incredible review! It’s awesome to hear that the tour was such a standout experience, even with all your previous trips to Tokyo. We totally agree—the night tour is unbeatable with all the lights, energy, and landmarks like Shibuya Crossing, and it’s awesome that you got to feel the thrill of speeding through the streets! 40 mph on the straightaways definitely adds to the excitement! 😄 We’re so glad it became a highlight of your Tokyo visits, and we really appreciate your recommendation. Hopefully, we'll get to welcome you back again soon for another unforgettable adventure! 🚗💨🌟
Written 6 December 2024
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Scenic68579161759
2 contributions
Feb 2025 • Family
Driving the go carts through the middle of the city was an excillerating experience I wouldn't soon forget. It felt like we were doing 80mph yet we bearly reached 25mph. When I come back to Japan, I'm definitely doing this again
Written 12 February 2025
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Karma S
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Hello!
Which is better, Annecy or Tokyo? Well, both cities have their unique aspects, making it hard to point out which city is better than the other in general. In a report by MasterCard, Annecy is internationally known for the beauty of its harmonious landscapes, but also for the quality of the lake water, thanks to the conservation efforts for over 50 years, making it the purest lake in Europe, While Tokyo became one of the world's most active major cities, boasting attractions such as cutting-edge technology, information, culture, and fashion, as well as a high level of public safety.
Yet, Annecy captures the mind of women and men like few others. Its grandeur, its elegance, its beauty make it one of the few places in the world one can swoon over every minute they spend there, But Tokyo is one of the world's most exciting cities and offers both the ancient and the modern in one day. Many people can't help but be fascinated by Japan because of its ancient culture while many are also attracted to its modernity and creativity.
From my experience in France, I found other cities more attractive than Annecy and it is not Florence or Interlaken. If you are on a budget, Annecy is less expensive than Tokyo.
I feel that Tokyo is a great place to visit in japan because Tokyo is the administrative, cultural, financial, commercial, and educational centre of Japan and the focus of an extensive urban complex that includes Kawasaki and Yokohama. Attractions include the Imperial Palace, encircled by stone-walled moats and broad gardens, and numerous temples and shrines.
Just writing about it makes me want to go there.
Karma salman
Which is better, Annecy or Tokyo? Well, both cities have their unique aspects, making it hard to point out which city is better than the other in general. In a report by MasterCard, Annecy is internationally known for the beauty of its harmonious landscapes, but also for the quality of the lake water, thanks to the conservation efforts for over 50 years, making it the purest lake in Europe, While Tokyo became one of the world's most active major cities, boasting attractions such as cutting-edge technology, information, culture, and fashion, as well as a high level of public safety.
Yet, Annecy captures the mind of women and men like few others. Its grandeur, its elegance, its beauty make it one of the few places in the world one can swoon over every minute they spend there, But Tokyo is one of the world's most exciting cities and offers both the ancient and the modern in one day. Many people can't help but be fascinated by Japan because of its ancient culture while many are also attracted to its modernity and creativity.
From my experience in France, I found other cities more attractive than Annecy and it is not Florence or Interlaken. If you are on a budget, Annecy is less expensive than Tokyo.
I feel that Tokyo is a great place to visit in japan because Tokyo is the administrative, cultural, financial, commercial, and educational centre of Japan and the focus of an extensive urban complex that includes Kawasaki and Yokohama. Attractions include the Imperial Palace, encircled by stone-walled moats and broad gardens, and numerous temples and shrines.
Just writing about it makes me want to go there.
Karma salman
Written 8 May 2024
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Thank you for the thoughtful review, Karma! Both Annecy and Tokyo are truly special, but in different ways. Annecy offers stunning natural beauty and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for those looking to relax and enjoy scenic landscapes. On the other hand, Tokyo is a vibrant, fast-paced city full of energy, blending the old and the new with endless attractions. It’s all about what kind of experience you’re seeking—whether it's the calm charm of Annecy or the excitement of Tokyo, both cities are amazing in their own right!
Written 16 December 2024
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NatashaSB260959
Nottingham, UK3 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We had an amazing time driving around the streets of Tokyo. Satar made us feel extremely safe and it was great fun. This activity is a great way to see Tokyo and has been one of the best things that we have done in Tokyo - we would 100% recommend!
Written 21 May 2023
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had an amazing time exploring the streets of Tokyo and felt safe with Satar as your guide. It's fantastic that this experience turned out to be one of the highlights of your trip! Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another adventure anytime. 🚗💨😊
Written 8 December 2024
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eddieb
Toronto, Canada2 contributions
Amazing experience! Staff were great & it was crazy fun. Something me and my friends would definitely do again.
I had forgotten my headphones there & contacted them to see if they’d seen them and they had seen them and held them for me until I had time to pick them up which was amazing. Great people and very honourable.
I had forgotten my headphones there & contacted them to see if they’d seen them and they had seen them and held them for me until I had time to pick them up which was amazing. Great people and very honourable.
Written 17 March 2023
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Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you had an amazing time and that the staff went the extra mile to help with your headphones. It’s great to hear you’ll be back for more fun with your friends. We truly appreciate your kind words! 😊🚗💨
Written 6 December 2024
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They accepted ours and just did it this past week.
Written 10 November 2022
I am a foreign Canadian and want to visit Japan but am unable to without being registered with a tour. If I book can this tour be used to allow me entry into Japan by your organization providing some type of letter that I can present to Japanese Customs when entering Japan?
Written 10 June 2022
Hello, can this tour be booked individually or only as a group?
Written 25 May 2021
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