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Akihabara
The Geek Capital Of The Universe

Huge - Akihabara (c) OiMax at Flickr


This is the largest electronics district in the world.
Don't miss it even if you're not a Gadget freak.
Why?
It's one of the most exciting Tokyo Attractions. Certainly a part of Japan culture you don't want to miss.


Every Akihabara shop holds the latest and Hottest Gadgets in the world, and they let you touch and play with everything!!


The area is packed with shops selling the latest PCs, video games and gadgets. Things you'll see in your home country only a year or two from now.

It is also the center for the Japanese youth culture which includes animation, Harajuku Fashion and Maid cafes.


A few megastores you might like to check:

Akihabara (c) morbuto at Flickr

  • Ishimaru Denki - This shop dates back to 1945. There are 9 stores in this area, selling CDs, DVDs, video game software and games consoles.

  • Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba - A megastore with the largest floor area.
    This shop connects directly to the JR Station.
    Products are displayed by brand making it easy to find exactly what you want.

  • Laox - They have 8 stores in the area including a duty-free shop and a TV and video game store - Asobit Game City.
    Each shop has its own specialty - computers, watches, cameras, games and video games.

  • Yamada Denki LABI PC Building - This store specializes in PCs and mobile equipment. As in every other Akihabara shop - you can try the product before you make the final decision.


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