Osaka: Castle, Harukas & Namba 90-Min Go-Karting Experience by JAPANKART

Race through Osaka: A 90-minute karting adventure

Gear up in a costume and hit the streets of Osaka in style. In just 90 minutes, zoom through Osaka’s most iconic spots, soaking in the city's vibrant energy from behind the wheel.

Cruise past Tsutenkaku Tower, the "Tower Reaching the Sky," standing tall in the heart of Shinsekai, a district inspired by New York and Paris. Feel the nostalgia of old-school Osaka as neon lights and retro vibes surround you. Then, drive past Abeno Harukas, once Japan’s tallest skyscraper. In the company of a Japanese and English-speaking guide, get to know more about the landmarks you bypass.

Take a moment at Osaka Castle, a historic marvel nestled in a lush park, before speeding down Midosuji, Osaka’s luxury boulevard lined with high-end brands and sleek cityscapes. Then, roll into America-mura, the go-to district for Osaka’s trendsetters, packed with vintage shops and street art.

Your ride wraps up at Namba Station, the city's bustling transport hub that connects you to the wider Kansai region. After an exhilarating drive, head back to the shop where you’ll receive fun snapshots of your journey—proof that you just owned the streets of Osaka in style.

Know before you go

Important information

You must have original hardcopies of all three documents:

• Driving license from your country of origin (no temporary or paper licenses).

• International Driving Permit (IDP) issued under the Geneva Convention 1949 (must be issued in your own country by an officially registered authority).

• Passport

Important notes on IDPs:

• IDPs must be issued by an approved organization in your country (e.g., AAA in the US, CAA in Canada).

• Vienna Convention 1968 IDPs are NOT accepted in Japan.

• The IDP must be in booklet form, not a digital or paper format.

• If you cannot present a hard copy of your IDP on the day of the activity, you cannot participate and will not receive a refund.

• Visitors must obtain the IDP before traveling—you cannot get a valid IDP in Japan.

• It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure they have valid documents. Failure to do so will result in denial of participation without a refund.

Visitors from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco, Taiwan, and Estonia, you must provide:

• Driving license from your country of origin (no temporary or paper licenses).

• Official Japanese translation of your license, issued by JAF (Japan Automobile Federation)

• Passport

US Military Personnel, you may drive using:

• SOFA License (USFJ Form 4EJ).

• OR a Combination of Active Military ID and State-Side Driver’s License.

• Visitors from China, Brazil, and Indonesia cannot drive in Japan, as these countries are not part of the 1949 Geneva Convention.

What’s not allowed

• Guests must be 18 years or older to join this experience.

• Pregnant women and those with back or neck issues should avoid this activity for safety reasons.

• Flip-flops, sandals, and high heels are not allowed for safety purposes.