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Tokyo Go-Kart through Shibuya and Shinjuku (IDP Required)

4.9 · 145 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Tokyo Operated by JAPANKART Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Japanese, English
Start & pickup
10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Drive a go-kart through Shibuya and Shinjuku, with a Shibuya-only route also offered.

A kart and guide are included; bring your licence plus an accepted booklet driving permit and passport, or a Japanese licence translation if your licence qualifies. 4.92 from 145 reviews at €122 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #7 of 12 in Go-Kart Street Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Japanese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Shibuya / Shinjuku TourThe page priceIDP required: A valid International Driving Permit (IDP) must be shown. See Additional Info for details. No refunds on the travel date.€122
***Shibuya 1.5 Hour***€122

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • Go-Kart
  • Guide In-person: English, Japanese
  • Every landmark will be visited from afar.

    Reviews

    4.9
    145 ratings
    Tripadvisor 96 · Viator 49

    98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 142 of 145

    Star breakdown of all 145 ratings

    5 stars
    142 · 98%
    4 stars
    0 · 0%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    3 · 2%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the clear safety guidance and escorted city route; cold and wind are the recurring practical caveat.

    Praised

    • Clear safety briefings and instructions help nervous drivers feel prepared
    • Lead and rear support vehicles help riders feel looked after
    • Driving through Shibuya and Shinjuku offers a different view of the city
    • Costumes and photos taken by staff add to the experience
    • Well maintained karts and a helpful, organised team

    Complaints

    • Cold and wind during the ride, especially at night

    Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2 March 2026 to 7 November 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    Our store is a 13-minute walk from Shinjuku station, please use the East exit. A few minutes walk from our store is a large multi level parking area named "Isetan".
    Departure
    10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00 daily; scheduled through June 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    JAPANKART; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    Itinerary

    About this tour, from the operator

    You MUST have an International Driving Permit issued in the format of the 1949 Geneva Convention and driving license from your country of origin and passport. EXCEPT for participants with licenses issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Taiwan, Belgium, or Monaco. In which case you will need a Japanese translation of your license from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF/Online Application for Japanese Translation) and your own driving license. Failure to bring all required documents will result in cancellation of the tour without the possibility of a refund.

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Children

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Accessibility

    • Strollers OK
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

    Compared with other Go-Kart Street Tours

    TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
    This tour · #7 of 12€1222h4.92 (145)shared
    Shinjuku Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume€1151h4.98 (330)shared
    Flagship 2-Hours Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Tokyo Bay Shop€952h4.94 (5271)shared
    Official Street Go-Kart in Shibuya€951h4.92 (4086)shared

    Ranked #7 of 12 in Go-Kart Street Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €93 to €150, median €104; typical length 1h 30m. 1 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 12 Go-Kart Street Tours

    From €122 per adult · Shibuya / Shinjuku Tour