GO-KARTing is one of the must-try activities when you visit in Tokyo. You will drive using a go-cart around the streets of your chosen tour while you are dressed up as a Hero or other characters. We assure you that it will be one of your most unforgettable experiences there. BUT, not all can experience this Go Karts, so here are some of the things that you should know about these Go Karts in Tokyo.
FIRST STOP: Are you eligible to try Go-Kart?
First things first, not all tourist or Japanese locals can try the Go-Kart experience.
Are you allowed to try o Go-Kart? See for yourself.
You should have at least 1 of the listed requirement/s below:
1. Japanese/Japan Driving License
– for Residents in Japan
2. SOFA Driving License for US Forces Japan
– SOFA Driving License is acceptable as well as the International Driving Permit issued by AAA or AATA and States Side Drivers License with US Military ID are acceptable.
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3. Passport with Foreign driving license
– Provided it is issued in the following countries: France, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Taiwan, Monaco or Slovenia
– with Japanese Translation by an authorized organization.
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4. Passport with An international driving Permit
– Provided is it issued by a signatory to the 1949 Geneva Convention
– it is still valid (not more than 1 year from the issuance)
– PLASTIC DRIVER’S LICENSE CARD is not allowed.
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SECOND STOP: Choose where do you want to experience Go-Kart
MariCAR AKIHABARA #1
In Akihabara #1, there are 3 courses that they offer:
- A1-M Course: This course will tour you around the center of Tokyo. It will start from Akihabara #1 → Tokyo Station/Ginza → Ueno → Asakusa → Tokyo Skytree then will go back to Akihabara #1. This course is about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. It costs JPY 9,000 per person.
- A1-L Course: This course is a long tour around Tokyo. It will start from Akihabara #1 → Tokyo Tower → Rainbow Bridge → Ginza then will go back to Akihabara #1. This course is about 2.5 hours to 3 hours. It costs JPY 12,000 per person.
- AB-L Course: This course is the longest one which will drive you around Tokyo. It includes boat cruising at the Tokyo Bay. It will start from Akihabara #1 → Tokyo Tower → Boat Cruise at the Tokyo Bay which is 45mins → Rainbow Bridge → Ginza then will go back to Akihabara #1. It costs JPY 15,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental and etc.
MariCAR AKIHABARA #2
In Akihabara #1, there is 1 course in this outlet:
- A2-S Course: This course is a short tour around the center of Tokyo. It will start from Akihabara #2 → Tokyo Skytree → Asakusa → Ryougoku then will go back to Akihabara #2. This course is about 1 hour only, so if you don’t have enough time, this course is for you. It costs JPY 6,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental and etc.
SAMURAI KART ASAKUSA
This shop offers one course:
- SAMURAI-M Course: This course will tour you around the middle of Tokyo. It will start from Samurai Kart Asakusa Shop → Tokyo Dome → Ueno → Asakusa → Tokyo SkyTree then will go back to Samurai Kart Asakusa Shop. This course is about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. It costs JPY 10,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental, Accident Insurance and etc.
MariCAR SHIBUYA
In Shibuya, there is one course:
- H-S Course: This course is a short tour around Tokyo. It will start from Shibuya Shop → Shibuya Crossing → Harajuku → Omotesando then will go back to Shibuya Shop. This course is about 1 hour only, so if you don’t have enough time and you want to explore around Shibuya, this course is for you. It costs JPY 8,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental and etc.
MariCAR SHINAGAWA #1
In Shinagawa #1, there are two courses to choose:
- S-M Course: This course will tour you around Tokyo. It will start from Shinagawa #1 → Tokyo Tower→ Shibuya Crossing then will go back to Shinagawa #1. This course is about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. It costs JPY 9,000 per person.
- S-L Course: This course is a long tour around Tokyo. It will start from Shinagawa #1 → Rainbow Bridge → Tokyo Tower→ Shibuya Crossing then will go back to Shinagawa #1. This course is about 2.5 hours to 3 hours. It costs JPY 12,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental and etc.
MariCAR SHINAGAWA #2
In Shinagawa #2, there are two courses to choose:
- S2-M Course: This course will tour you around Tokyo. It will start from Shinagawa #2 → Tokyo Tower→ Shibuya Crossing then will go back to Shinagawa #2. This course is about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. It costs JPY 9,000 per person.
- S2-L Course: This course is a long tour around Tokyo. It will start from Shinagawa #2 → Rainbow Bridge → Tokyo Tower→ Shibuya Crossing then will go back to Shinagawa #2. This course is about 2.5 hours to 3 hours. It costs JPY 12,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental and etc.
STREET KART TOKYO BAY BBQ
There are four courses to choose in this shop outlet:
- K-M Course: This course will tour you around Tokyo. It will start from Tokyo Bay BBQ → Rainbow Bridge → Tokyo Tower then will go back to Tokyo Bay BBQ. This course is about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. It costs JPY 9,000 per person.
- K-L Course: This course is a long tour around Tokyo. It will start from Tokyo Bay BBQ → Rainbow Bridge → Tokyo Tower → Shibuya Crossing → Tokyo Gate Bridge then will go back to Tokyo Bay BBQ. This course is about 2.5 hours to 3 hours. It costs JPY 12,000 per person.
- KB-M Course: This course will tour you around Tokyo with boat cruise. It will start from Tokyo Bay BBQ → Rainbow Bridge → Tokyo Tower → Boat Cruise (45 min) then will go back to Tokyo Bay BBQ. It costs JPY 12,000 per person.
- KB-L Course: This course is a long tour around Tokyo. It will start from Tokyo Bay BBQ → Tokyo Gate Bridge → Rainbow Bridge → Boat Cruise (45 min) → Tokyo Tower then will go back to Tokyo Bay BBQ. It costs JPY 15,000 per person.
**Fees includes Go-Kart Rental, Costume Rental, Accident Insurance and etc.
LAST STOP: Where to book your reservation?
Booking Reservation Method:
- By Voyagin: For discounts, you can book your reservation via Voyagin: https://www.govoyagin.com/attractions/japan/go-kart-tokyo-osaka-kyoto-rental
- By MariCar Facebook Account
- By MariCar Line Account
- By MariCar Website and Hotlines
Go-Kart information source: https://maricar.com/en/
