Akihabara Electric Town
Akihabara, Tokyo
The world's most intense concentration of electronics, anime, and manga. Eight-storey shops stuffed with gadgets, figures, retro games, and obscure components. Overwhelming in the best way.
Nearest station Akihabara (JR)
Cost ¥¥
Time needed 2-3 hours
Best time Afternoons
Insider tip
Yodobashi Camera has the best prices on mainstream electronics. The side streets hide specialist shops for retro games, components, and anime.
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- How do I get to Akihabara Electric Town?
- The nearest station is Akihabara (JR). Akihabara Electric Town is in Akihabara, Tokyo.
- How much does Akihabara Electric Town cost?
- Akihabara Electric Town is mid-range, marked ¥¥ on our price scale.
- How long do you need at Akihabara Electric Town?
- Plan for 2-3 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Akihabara Electric Town?
- Afternoons.
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