GiGO Akihabara 5: A Modern Gaming Oasis
Experience the thrill of Japanese arcade culture at GiGO Akihabara 5, offering a wide variety of games and a vibrant atmosphere in Tokyo's Electric Town.
GiGO Akihabara 5 is a multi-story arcade in the heart of Akihabara, Tokyo's electric town, offering a wide array of games from classic arcade titles to the latest VR experiences. It's a vibrant hub for both locals and tourists immersed in gaming and anime culture.
A brief summary to GiGO Akihabara 5
- 1 Chome-10-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, 1 Chome Sotokanda, Tokyo, 101-0021, JP
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- Monday 10 am-11:30 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-11:30 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-11:30 pm
- Thursday 10 am-11:30 pm
- Friday 10 am-11:30 pm
- Saturday 10 am-11:30 pm
- Sunday 10 am-11:30 pm
Local tips
- Explore each floor for different game genres; from claw machines to rhythm games, there's something for everyone.
- Try your luck at the UFO catchers for limited-edition anime figures and plushies.
- Visit during weekdays for a less crowded experience.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Akihabara Station (JR Yamanote Line, JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, JR Sobu Line, Tsukuba Express, or Hibiya Subway Line), GiGO Akihabara 5 is a short 3-minute walk. Exit the station via the Electric Town exit and walk along Chuo Dori. The arcade will be on your right. A single subway fare from Tokyo Station to Akihabara Station costs ¥170-¥200. A train from Tokyo Station to Akihabara Station costs ¥65-¥200.
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Walking
From Akihabara Station, GiGO Akihabara 5 is a short walk along Chuo Dori. Exit the station via the Electric Town exit and walk along Chuo Dori. The arcade will be on your right. Walking from Tokyo Station to Akihabara takes approximately 30 minutes.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to GiGO Akihabara 5 takes about 3 minutes and costs approximately ¥2,000-¥2,500. Note that the initial fare is ¥470, with an additional ¥430 per kilometer. Expect to pay around ¥2,620 for a 5km ride.
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