Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)
- Build and customize a vintage Game Boy — choose the original DMG-01 or the Game Boy Advance
- Step-by-step guidance from English-speaking gaming enthusiasts
- Choose your shell color, buttons, and backlit IPS screen
- Everything provided — no need to bring a console, parts, or tools
- No technical experience needed — suitable for all skill levels, ages 6 and up
- Take home a fully working, one-of-a-kind console and play classic cartridges on-site
What to expect
What You’ll Do Disassemble a vintage Game Boy and rebuild it into your own custom console. Choose your model when booking: the original Game Boy (DMG-01) from 1989, or the Game Boy Advance with its wider screen. Install a backlit IPS screen and pick your shell color and buttons.
About the Experience Set in Akihabara, Tokyo’s iconic gaming district, and guided by passionate, English-speaking staff. Learn the history behind these legendary handhelds as you build. No experience needed, and everything is provided — nothing to bring. Every unit is fully tested before your session.
What You’ll Take Home A fully working, one-of-a-kind console built by your own hands — the ultimate Tokyo souvenir. Play classic Game Boy and Game Boy Advance cartridges on-site before heading home.













































Reviews
By far one of the coolest experiences on my trip to Tokyo. I grew up playing Gameboy games and this experience made me relive those childhood memories. The staff was extremely friendly and I could tell they were passionate about what they were teaching. They not only taught how to make a Gameboy, but also taught the history of Gameboy at the same time. If you are a fan of retro games, I could not recommend this enough!
It brings back a lot of childhood memories. It was a great experience. Both guys were extremely helpful. If you’re in Japan. You should definitely give this a try. Had a great time on my son building a game boy
My husband had such a blast! He got to choose his own colors for the game boy and it turned out great! The staff was really informative and we're super passionate about gaming. They were really great at letting you mod your gameboy but we're also very helpful for the littles who participated in the workshop and we're super patient with everyone.
it’s a great experience that to make your own Gameboy with full support from the passion people in the workshop! multiple choice for the colors that makes you Gameboy become the unique one!
It was really really one of the best experiences in Tokyo. The staff were toooooo nice, they offered us water and candy. The room is felt like home. Amazing experience.
My 10year old son had soo much fun at this workshop. It was such a great experience and helpful guides.
Best experience to build your Gameboy. Service is super professional and friendly. highly recommended!
Wasn't sure what to expect but this ended up being one of my favorite things I did in Tokyo. Small group of 4 which meant you got a lot of hands-on time. Took a bit to find the building but the staff were messaging us to help. Lots of color and button options — took me forever to decide. They check everything works before you leave which was reassuring. Got a Tetris cartridge to take home too. Definitely recommend for anyone who grew up with a Game Boy.
So fun! We LOVED this experience. The staff is helpful and informative. They made this experience very fun and gave an entire history of game boy. We got to play old game boy models and over load with nostalgia💕
The Gameboy mod experience with Hiroto and Taishi was one of a kind. Assembling my own custom made gameboy and then playing it , brought me back to my childhood. Highly recommended. Hiroto and Taishi were extremely knowledgeable, making this an amazing and smooth experience. If you love gaming, this is a must!
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