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Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)

Tokyo, Japan5.0 · 145 reviews2 hours

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Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)

Overview

1)Dive into the world of retro gaming in Tokyo's Akihabara district 2)Choose your console: the original Game Boy (DMG) or Game Boy Advance (GBA) 3)Mod and customize it with a backlit IPS screen, custom shell, and buttons 4)Learn about the history and technology behind Nintendo's handheld consoles 5)Take home your personalized Game Boy and enjoy classic cartridges on-site

What's included

  • Backlit IPS screen, installed during your session
  • Custom shell color of your choice
  • All parts, tools, and your console (Original Game Boy or Game Boy Advance) — yours to keep
  • Hands-on, step-by-step guidance from passionate, English-speaking staff
  • Classic game cartridges to play on-site during the workshop
  • Public transportation

Meeting point

The workshop is located on the 7th floor of Le Nid Kanda. Please use the address provided to find the building. At the ground-floor entrance, enter 701 on the intercom keypad and press the call button. Our staff will unlock the door — then take the elevator to the 7th floor.

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days before: 100% refundable
  • 0–1 days before: 0% refundable