Getting Around Akihabara—The Anime Paradise (Tokyo Furnished Apartment)

Akihabara, Electronics District

Tokyo is one of the most popular destinations in the world not just because of its tourist attractions but also because of its culture. It is also the home of world-renowned animes such as Naruto, One Piece, Dragon Ball, Pokemon, and many more. On average, there are over 10 million people who search “anime” every month, which makes it one of the biggest fandom in the world. Due to its fame, a lot of anime-themed cafes, shops, and even museums were built for fans. Among all of it, Akihabara tops any places in Tokyo.

Shops and Anime Centers

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There are a lot of anime-related buildings and shops in Akihabara, and Akihabara Radio Kaikan is one of the most popular. This 10-story shopping building is also considered a famous landmark in Akihabara. Inside the building are numbers of shops that sell anime-related and otaku goodies such as manga, figure dolls, books, trading cards, unique souvenirs, and more. Animate is also an ideal place to obtain seasonal anime goods, magazines, and manga. If you enjoy buying collectibles and figurines, then you should check out KotobukiyaIt is a hobby shop known for its artistic, detailed figurines and model kits of anime, manga, and other fictional series.

 

 

Gaming and Animation

CLUB SEGA Akihabara Annex 20111122As the center of gaming culture in Japan, Akihabara also has a lot of arcades and game centers. Sega Game Center is one of the most visited centers in the area and has the biggest selections of games. It also has several branches all over Akihabara including Club Sega and GiGo, to name a few. For people who enjoy arcade games and karaoke, Adores is a must-visit place for you. The third to the tenth floor of the building is used for karaoke while the first and second floors are for price corners where you can win anime goodies and stuff toys. Taito Station is also a popular place to visit among gamers. It is a go-to place if you want to equip yourself with the latest games. You can also check out Akihabara Gamers if you want a wide selection of books, CDs, DVDs, and BluRay copies of animes and games.

Cafes and Food Establishments

If you’re an anime fan, then you should be familiar with maid cafes. Maid cafe is greatly known among Japanese Otaku culture for its unique and cute concept in where customers are served by waitresses dressed in maid uniforms. One of the most popular maid cafes in Akihabara is Maidreamin which is known for its entertaining and lively atmosphere. Their foods are well decorated with cute and adorable patterns that attract not only otaku fans but also families and couples. If you prefer a more sophisticated atmosphere, then Cure Maid Cafe is for you. It is the very first maid cafe in Akihabara with a Victorian-style theme. Cure Maid Cafe was certificated by the Japanese Tea Association and serves excellent tea and delicious cakes. Another maid cafe with a unique concept is @Home Cafe Akihabara which is only a few meters away from Cure Maid Cafe. You can play competitive games with the maids here and even take commemorative photos with them.

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