7 places curated from 12 travel vlogs โ the more a spot gets mentioned, the higher it ranks
Otaku paradise, packed with comic stores, video games, card games, electronics, cosplay and figurines. Some shops sell adult goods, so be aware with kids.
A three-storey retro game shop stocking Famicom cartridges and Mega Drives, with an upstairs coin-op arcade full of CRT screens.
A five-storey otaku store selling high-quality anime figures, manga merchandise and cosplay gear.
Akihabara's main street, closed to cars on Sunday afternoons so pedestrians can walk freely.
An iconic 10-floor landmark building packed with collectible figures, model kits, trading cards and rare merchandise.
A concept bar styled after Capcom's Monster Hunter, with menu items inspired by in-game foods. It is decorated with relics and armour, and the game is playable.
A Final Fantasy XIV themed cafe with detailed interiors and dishes based on the game. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.