Pixel Lab Tokyo: Pixel Lab Tokyo: DS Lite USB-C & IPS Mod Workshop
- Build Your Own Nintendo DS Lite：Don't just buy a custom console—experience the satisfaction of building it yourself with guidance from expert instructors
- Modern Hardware Upgrades：Upgrade your DS Lite with a vibrant IPS display and convenient USB-C charging while preserving the charm of the original console
- Personalize Every Detail：Choose from a wide selection of shells and buttons to create a one-of-a-kind that reflects your own style
- Beginner-Friendly Experience：No experience is required. Our instructors will guide you step by step throughout the entire workshop
- A Unique Souvenir from Akihabara：Take home a fully functional custom DS Lite that you built yourself—an unforgettable keepsake from Japan's retro gaming capital
What to expect
Transform a classic DS Lite in a hands-on modding workshop in the heart of Akihabara. Build your own custom handheld console under the guidance of experienced instructors. ※No prior electronics experience is required, as you’ll be guided through every step.
After the workshop, you will completely transform your DS Lite with premium upgrades, including: ・A new IPS LCD screen for a brighter, sharper, and more vibrant display. ・Choose your own shell and buttons from a wide selection of colors and styles to create a design that’s uniquely yours. ・Upgrade to USB-C charging, replacing the original charging port with modern USB-C for greater convenience.
By the end of the experience, you'll take home a DS Lite fully customized by you—a one-of-a-kind souvenir from Japan
Reviews
The DS Lite Workshop was very fun, interactive and beginner friendly! Bin gave very clear and easy instructions as well as was very helpful in assisting with completing the task when there was something we were stuck on. Definitely recommend anyone to try especially if they want to have a presonalised DS.
The workshoo was very well prepared. The host made sure to contact us beforehand and prepare everything to our likings. We arrived a bit early and were able to play some games on there consoles. We had some struggles on the left shoulder button of my DS but they took their time to make sure everything sits perfectly. 10/10 experience 👌🏻
I think it’s wonderful experience on trying to make DS even though it said to be the hardest out of them all but I would recommend something more easier but overall it’s a 10/10 experience of my gamer life
It was an amazing experience building our custom DS Lite, the modded screen is beautiful!! Such a great feeling after building here!!
We had such a fun and memorable experience at Pixel Lab Tokyo! I built my own Nintendo DS Lite and chose a classic design inspired by the Super Famicom. It looks amazing! The shell is transparent and glows in the dark. Seeing it all come together and playing with the finished console was so nostalgic. A lovely experience and a special souvenir from our Japan trip. Highly recommended for retro gaming fans! 🎮✨
Such a fun and unique experience! My boyfriend and I are from USA and were visiting Japan, so making our own custom Nintendo was an absolute must for us. We were both so excited for this activity, and it definitely lived up to the hype! The experience was so much fun, and getting to create something completely customized made it even more special. Bin was absolutely amazing and truly went above and beyond for us. He really took the time to make sure everything was fixed properly. He gave me his full attention to make sure I left with a piece that was truly unique and one of a kind. I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better experience! If you’re a retro game lover or Nintendo fan, this is an absolute must while you’re in Japan! It’s such a cool experience, and you get to take home a completely personalized piece that you made yourself. We’re so happy we decided to do this and would absolutely recommend it!
The most amazing time customising a ds lite! Bin was so great, and when I decided I hated my button choice he had no problems with me taking it apart and switching it up! Absolutely great workshop and great guy! Couldn't recommend enough! Pretty new purple ds and 2 games!!
Was an amazing experience getting to customise my own Nintendo ds Lite. Bin was very accommodating and helpful when things got difficult or problems occurred, his problem solving skills were spectacular. The workshop is a really brilliant place to build being surrounded by all the retro consoles and games
Bin and Annie were awesome with rescheduling my appointment. The actual experience was very fun and informative. so happy with the way my DS Lite came out!
Very fun experience and well instructed. I enjoyed my time building my DS Lite at the Pixel Lab
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