Anime & Retro Tokyo: Nakano Broadway Free Tour
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Discover Nakano’s unique mix of anime culture and retro Tokyo charm! Just 5 minutes from Shinjuku, this indoor-friendly walking tour takes you through Nakano Broadway, a paradise for manga lovers, and the nostalgic alleyways of local izakaya bars.
Join a local guide to explore Nakano, a neighbourhood where Japanese subcultures and everyday local life come together. Just a 5-minute train ride from Shinjuku, Nakano Broadway is a must-see destination for anime and manga fans, filled with rare figures, vintage collectibles, and nostalgic charm.
Most of the tour takes place indoors, so you can enjoy it comfortably even on hot, cold, or rainy days. After diving into Japan’s pop culture scene, we’ll take you through Nakano’s retro alleyways and lively izakaya district, a taste of old Tokyo that tourists rarely get to see.
Meeting point
Nakano Station North Exit
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 15:30, 18:00 (Tokyo time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 5 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Nakano Station North Exit. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 5 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 15:30 and 18:00. Times are local to Tokyo.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
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