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Discover the Secrets of Pachinko, Japan's Traditional Game: Learn the Art with Expert Guide
4.8
12 Ratings
Arakawa City
Unlock the mysteries of Pachinko, Japan’s traditional game, with our expert guide. Master the art and strategy of launching balls, adjusting positions, and aiming for the center pocket with precision.
Unlock the mysteries of Pachinko, Japan’s traditional game, with our expert guide. Master the art and strategy of launching balls, adjusting positions, and aiming for the center pocket with precision.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- ㈱豊達商事 - We will get into pachinko parlor near by Nippori station named “BB station”. Then explain a little (5-10 minute) about rules and manner in the parlor before we start playing, then try out real pachinko experience with our expert trainer.
- ㈱豊達商事 - We will get into pachinko parlor near by Nippori station named “BB station”. Then explain a little (5-10 minute) about rules and manner in the parlor before we start playing, then try out real pachinko experience with our expert trainer.
What's Included
- Gratuities included.
- Gratuities included.
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Fee to rent tokens/balls(4,000JPY per person)
- Bottled water
- Fee to rent tokens/balls(4,000JPY per person)
Additional Information
Our proficient instructor will guide you thoroughly through the complexities of the game, making sure you become proficient in the skillful play of pachinko. Understand the sequence of the game, from acquiring credits via the IC card to propelling balls by snapping the lever. While exploring the vibrant array of machines, we will impart advice on how to…
Our proficient instructor will guide you thoroughly through the complexities of the game, making sure you become proficient in the skillful play of pachinko. Understand the sequence of the game, from acquiring credits via the IC card to propelling balls by snapping the lever. While exploring the vibrant array of machines, we will impart advice on how to modify the lever’s placement, uncovering the technique to target the central pocket accurately.
Location
Nippori Station
Get to North to East Exit. Get down using escalator and you will see the one with red T-Shirts texted "Teaching Pachinko"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(12 Ratings)
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Chris_k
Nov 1, 2025
Have a fun time learning about pachinko with a passionate guide - If you have ever been curious about the game of pachinko you should absolutely hang out with Makoto-senpai and let him break it down for you. His passion for the game is real, and he genuinely enjoys introducing pachinko to new people. The game can be hard to decipher at first for the uninitiated, with many machine types being unique, so it helps that his English is fantastic. As with any game of chance, make sure you're OK with trading some money for a memorable experience. If you're lucky, you might end up making a bit of money, or better yet, run into some of the regulars who make up the local Nippori pachinko community, and who are definitely not city-boys! Thanks for a great time Makoto-san! Hope to hang out again another time.
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Tamiful7
Mar 3, 2025
AMAZING Experience! - It was AMAZING experience! The tour guide Makoto thought me pretty much everything I should have known before playing and shared me a little technic as well!
It was not possible for me to get this deep on understanding on how to pachinko without him!
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Curiosity63384225050
Jan 24, 2025
Discover Pachinko with confidence - Having already traveled several times in Japan, I always wanted to play Pachinko. But they are quite closed to tourists because everything is in Japanese and nothing helps to understand the game.
With this activity I was able to discover the game with confidence thanks to Makoto who explained everything and answered my many questions. I enjoyed playing Pachinko and Pachislot (which is more like our Western slots). Now I can go to other Pachinko thanks to all the tricks he gave me.
I will gladly do this activity again on a future trip because there are many subtleties to master if you want to fully enjoy the game.
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Nabiel_r
Dec 14, 2024
Pachinko Fun! - It was certainly a fun one! I was given great information on how to play pachinko and even won! Not that winning is guaranteed but learning is! Wonderful experience and would recommend!
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Y6023bhchristopherb
Nov 13, 2024
You think Pachinko is complicated? Makoto-san explains all! - Makoto-san was brilliant! He explained how to get started very clearly. You'll be playing in seconds! He also explains which machines to go for if you're a beginner, so you can take this on further if you wish.
I got into quite the winning streak! Thank you so much, Makoto-san!
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301niklasg
Apr 21, 2024
Learning to play Pachislot - I had played some regular pachinko before, but pachislot always seemed very complicated and more skill/knowledge-based so I had never tried it. Makoto explained everything very well and impressed me with his in-depth knowledge about the game (if you get this aim for that / the music changed, so you are guaranteed to win / punch means xx% chance of winning / this machine has to win within xxx spins).
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Happiness65720635812
Nov 3, 2023
A Super Fun Experience! - It was really fun and exciting! Makoto has helped me learn to love pachislot now. Come play pachinko
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Scottms6355tz
Oct 3, 2023
Must do when in Japan - We had so much fun. Guide spoke very good English. Very informative and would be difficult to understand without his explanations and assistance when playing the machines.
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D1813skkennyw
Mar 26, 2025
A great pachinko friend if you need one. - This is what I covered with Makoto during our session:
Pachinko parlor etiquette
How to pick a machine
Playing the machine
How to collect winnings and exchange them for prizes
I decided to play a Sword Art Online machine after my tutorial, and Makoto gave me personalized tips as I played. When I ended up not winning anything, Makoto still gave me a small prize from his own winnings.
I had a good time overall. If you already have a friend in Japan who's into pachinko or slots, you may not need Makoto's help. But if you don't, Makoto is the perfect friend to introduce you to this dazzling game.
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Jessica_r
Apr 20, 2024
Super fun and won some money! - I can't say that I entirely understand Pachinko, but our guide helped us walk into the Pachinko Parlor, find machines, win a good amount of money, and stay playing! He was happily willing to stay after our hour was up when one of our first machines was hot so we'd have a chance to learn a few different games. It was a very fun experience!
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