Experience the real and virtual Akihabara
Here is exciting news about Akihabara, one of the most famous sightseeing spots in Japan!
The NPO Akihabara Tourism Promotion Association is currently running the Akihabara Hybrid Tour project for one month only. The association has also announced that from October 18 to October 31, the tour content will also be broadcast online. This hybrid tour is a combination of a real and virtual tour that is suited for the new normal of COVID prevention measures.
*The details have not yet been announced, for updates please check their website.
Why is the tour hybrid?
This tour is a combined real and virtual tour, so it is being branded as a “hybrid experience.”
To put it simply, participants will move around Akihabara physically, but they will experience each of the attractions virtually. Participants can enjoy touring Akihabara without worrying about the risks of the pandemic.
A driver will take tourists around Akihabara on this electric tricycle, which seats two. The driver will only be doing the driving, while the tour guide will be provided remotely by National Government Licensed Guide Interpreters. This tour experience is currently planned to be offered only in Japanese and English.
They will experience the various maid cafes, facilities, stores, and more through their VR goggles in this new style tour. There are two courses to enjoy Akihabara differently. Where do you think they will take you?
In this course, you will “visit” many popular restaurants and cafés virtually. Fruits de Saison is a café where you can enjoy delicious and fresh seasonal fruit. I used to work as a maid in Akihabara, and I sometimes dropped by this café. It was a long time ago, but I still remember that their strawberry parfait and fresh orange juice were very tasty!
Source: japantoday.com
