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- Japanese
- English
１）Dive into the world of retro gaming in Tokyo's Akihabara district
２）Mod and customize your own Game Boy with a backlit IPS screen and custom shell
３）Learn about the history and technology behind Nintendo's handheld console
４）Enjoy lively conversations with passionate guides and fellow gaming fans
５）Take home your personalized Game Boy and enjoy classic cartridges on-site
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet in front of the Starbucks Coffee at JR-East Hotel Mets Premier Akihabara, just outside JR Akihabara Station’s Electric Town Exit. Look for our staff holding a “Game Boy Workshop” sign.
What to expect
No experience needed. Rather than building from scratch, you’ll carefully mod a pre-tested Game Boy DMG-01 — installing a backlit IPS screen, swapping buttons, and choosing your own shell.
The guides are true enthusiasts, sharing stories about rare cartridges, 90s classics, and the global modding scene in a relaxed, small-group setting.
After completing your build, enjoy classics like Pokémon, Zelda, Tetris, and Final Fantasy on your upgraded console.
Leave with a fully functional, one-of-a-kind Game Boy you modded yourself — a unique Tokyo souvenir you’ll actually use and treasure.
※Children are welcome too — minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
※Partners, family, and friends are welcome to come along and watch for free — no booking or extra fee needed.
※This workshop is not affiliated with Nintendo.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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