Comiket Edition: Summary of PCR Testing Centers in Akihabara, with Certificates Issued on the Day

A PCR test is a test that can confirm whether you are infected with the coronavirus.
At Comic Market 99, which will be held in December 2021, "proof of COVID-19 vaccination" or "proof of a negative PCR test result within three days" will be required.
This is also an essential proof for those who are planning to travel abroad.
In case you ever need such documents, we've compiled a list of places in Akihabara where you can get tested!

PCR testing center in Akihabara that accepts visitors to Comiket

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Kinoshita Group Akihabara PCR Testing Center - Affordable and meets Comiket admission requirements

The testing center is located immediately outside the Electric Town exit of JR Akihabara Station.
In addition to visiting the store, you can also have a COVID-19 PCR test kit sent to you by mail, so if you have the time, we recommend that option.
Please note that you cannot pay in cash!
Please use credit card, electronic money, QR code payment, or transportation IC card.

Setsugekka Medical Clinic Akihabara Clinic/Akihabara Chuodori Clinic - Certificate issued in as little as 60 minutes

The clinic is located at either end of Akihabara, either across Manseibashi Bridge towards Kanda or near Suehirocho Station.
If you want to get a certificate issued here, you need to get a doctor's diagnosis.
For cheaper advance or mail-in tests, please make your reservation through a PCR testing specialist website.
There are also rapid tests available where you can get a certificate on the same day!
The certificate is written in both English and Japanese, so it can be used for overseas travel to a variety of countries.
Rapid testing is limited to two people per hour, so book your appointment quickly.

Take Internal Medicine Akihabara Kanda COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic - No appointment required

This clinic, located near Iwamotocho Station, allows you to get tested directly without making an appointment.
You can check the waiting time on the website, so you can go at a time when it's less crowded.
And it's open all year round!
The nice thing about it is that it's readily available when you need it.
You will be issued a certificate in English, so you can use it for traveling abroad.

Free PCR tests available in Akihabara

Monitoring tests are currently being carried out in various locations to detect signs of the spread of infection.
It's free, so if you come across it and are concerned, it might be worth taking the test!

[Currently closed] Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs Akihabara Office Coronavirus Infection Monitoring Test - Free testing available

The locations of the monitoring tests will not be disclosed to avoid confusion on site.
However, the other day we were able to confirm that it will be held in Akihabara!
The availability dates are not disclosed, so it can be difficult to time your visit.
If you see one, get it checked as soon as possible.

Other PCR testing centers in Akihabara

Toa Sangyo Akihabara COVID-19 PCR Testing Center - Junk Street Testing Center

This is the PCR testing center on Junk Street.
In addition to mail-order testing, they also offer tests where a delivery person comes to collect the used kit, as well as antigen tests, which are cheaper than PCR tests.
Although the detection rate is lower than PCR, it may be a good option for those who are worried and want to be on the safe side.
Please note that in-store inspections are cash only!

Make the best decision on whether or not you need a negative certificate

Above, we have told you about the places where you can get a PCR test in Akihabara.
If you want to find out if you are infected, there are free monitoring and testing centers.
If you would like a written negative certificate (test certificate), we recommend that you visit a hospital.
If you make a reservation in advance according to your schedule, you may be able to get the test at a slightly cheaper price, so please keep this in mind!