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Akihabara Maid Cafe Tour by Former Maid Cafe Manager

Art, Culture, & Historical
Tokyo Tour Guide - Melody S.

Joined 2024

Melody S.
4.99 / 5
(87 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Tokyo
English, Japanese (Native)
3 hours
Private tour (only you and Melody S.)
Up to 8 people

The first maid cafe was started in Akihabara.

Nowadays, there are around 200 maid cafes alone in Akihabara.


Maids will welcome guests of all genders, generations, and nationalities, but some have difficulties in English communication.

No problem. I can help you talk to them!

The good news is that I was a manager at one of the largest maid cafe chains and led 40 maids.


Other Otaku activities are also included in the tour.

Hopefully, all anime, pop idol, and gadget Otaku can enjoy the tour!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

01:30 PM

Meeting Point

Akihabara Station

- In front of Electric Town Gate, JR Akihabara Station *Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off are also available.

01:30 PM

Stroll in Akihabara

Destination can be changeable according to your interest.

Top destinations are...

Animate, Mandarake (comics/toys), Gachapon Kaikan (capsule toys), Don Qijote (tax-free souvenirs), AKIBA CULTURES ZONE(pop idols) Radio Kaikan, Superpotato (retro games/consoles), Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba Store, Dospara, Kanda Myojin Shrine, Mansei Bridge and more.

03:30 PM

Maid cafe

You can enjoy a highly selected, safe and fun maid cafe.

Followings are approximate prices.


- Entrance fee: 800 JPY/ 1person

- Drink: 700 JPY

- Food: 1,500 JPY

- Photo with maid 700: JPY

Ending Point

Akihabara Station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Guide

What‘s not included

- Personal Expenses (e.g. meals, admission)

Tour Important Information

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

* The tour is customizable and can be addressed in advance or even on the day of the tour. If you have a particular interest, please let me know.

Important message from the supplier

DO NOT CONTACT ME FOR DRIVING SERVICES.

Available date is negotiable.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Tokyo Tour Guide - Melody S.

Joined 2024

Melody S.
4.99 / 5
(87 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Melody S.

Hi! I’m a nationally licensed tour guide with in-depth knowledge of Japanese culture, history, and geography.

I was born in a suburb and raised in Tokyo, which gives me both a local and metropolitan perspective on Japan.

I studied abroad in the US and the UK, where I met wonderful people from all over the world and developed a truly global mindset.

Before becoming a full-time guide, I worked as an IT engineer, hotel receptionist, and manager of a maid cafe—experiences that help me connect naturally with travelers from many different backgrounds.


【Interests】

-Maid cafes and pop idols

-Manga and anime

-Art and architecture

-Hot springs and public baths

-Socializing and exploring great food


【Certifications】

-National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter

-General Certified Travel Supervisor

-Domestic Certified Travel Supervisor


I am based in Tokyo but will happily arrange a tour only for your group, in area Kawagoe, Saitama, Hakone, Kamakura, Narita, Nikko, Shizuoka, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Chiba, Tochigi, Kyoto, etc. Please contact me!

Reviews

Fantastic tour!

Thank you Melody for taking such great care of our clients! They absolutely loved exploring Tokyo with you. We look forward to working with you again in the future!

Awesome Tour of Tokyo

I had the pleasure of taking a full-day tour with Melody, and I couldn't have asked for a better guide. His knowledge of Japan's history, culture, and traditions was exceptional, and he shared fascinating information throughout the entire day. We covered more than 20,000 steps over approximately nine hours, visiting Tokyo Tower, beautiful shrines and temples, a museum, and countless other points of interest along the way. Every stop was thoughtfully explained, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. This was truly a first-class tour that gave me a much deeper appreciation for Japan. It was eye-opening from start to finish, and Melody's professionalism, enthusiasm, and expertise made the day unforgettable. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting an authentic and memorable experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Japan, and this tour was one of the highlights of my trip.

Lewis B.

Melody S.

Thank you, Lewis!! We had so many wonderful conversations throughout our time together. I truly enjoyed discussing the differences between your country and mine, and I was especially impressed by the thoughtful questions you asked about Japanese culture. Your perspective was incredibly insightful, and our conversations gave me many new things to think about as well. I also loved seeing all the beautiful photos you shared. One of my favorite memories was talking with a few local Japanese people together and handing out the badges. Although many Japanese people were too shy or too busy to stop and chat (haha), it was still such a fun and memorable experience. Finally, thank you so much for inviting me to the hotel's VIP lounge. I will never forget the fun and delicious dinner we shared there. It was truly a special way to end our time together. I sincerely hope Japan has become one of your favorite countries. It would make me very happy if it has. I truly look forward to seeing you again someday and having many more fascinating conversations together. Until next time, take care and safe travels! Enjoy the hot springs, too!

Personalized Tokyo experience

We booked Melody for the first 2 days of our stay in Tokyo and WOW. I am so glad that we hired him! He curated a personalized experience for us based on our interests, limitations, and curiosities and he journeyed with our large family through Pokémon shopping excursions, eating experiences, and treasure hunts. He is so knowledgeable, kind, kid friendly, and all around brilliant. He answered all of our questions, silly or otherwise. I am especially appreciative of his tenderness toward my 62 yr old mother who has joint issues which means she has a hard time navigating stairs. Through his initial guidance we were able to navigate the rest of our trip. After spending two days with him he felt like a family member and we missed him the rest of our trip. You cannot go wrong hiring Melody as your guide through Tokyo. Thank you Melody! You always have a friend in the Powells in the States! We pray you reach all your goals and ambitions!

Chris P.

Melody S.

Chris, thank you so much for your heartwarming comment! Ah, what wonderful days we shared! I hope your mother's foot is feeling better. Japanese Photo Booth, the stag beetle, the Pokémon Center... what amazing memories we made together! Buying around 50 Pokémon plushies definitely makes you the ultimate Pokémon Master! It was truly an honor to be welcomed as part of your family. Until we meet again, take care of yourselves, and I wish you all the very best!

Want to Personalize?

$183/ per group

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