Akihabara, "Akiba", or "Electric Town quarter is in central Tokyo, Japan. It's the Largest Concentrated area dedicated to anime, manga, cosplay, robot, hobby shops and computing. It's called also the paradise of geeks and otaku. this post was made for you to discover this fantastic world !
Historic :
The name of akihabara Appeared after-an accident that Happened in 1869, this accident left behind a huge ground and the government has build there The Shinto sanctuary named Chika-Sha. People start Believing That this sanctuary was really reliable to protect them from Akiba, the god of fire. After That, This ground was called Akiba no Hara (field of autumn leaves) Because this uninhabited space Was Invaded by trees and in autumn it became covered by Their leaves.
After the Second World War, this ground Became a black market of spare parts and radios. After few times this black market has became a wide electronic market partner after the growing up of the home appliances and electronics.
The nomination of "Akihabara" Appeared in the twentieth century. Some of this district inhabitant uses the abbreviated nomination "akiba".
In 2008, the quarter to assisted Reviews another tragedy. A man crash 3 persons With His truck. After That he jumped of the truck and he started stabbing passengers. Were 7 persons killed and 10 hurt.
As a result, They dedicated a share of Chuo Dori reserved to pedestrians called Expired hokousha tengoku, partner after the closing up of the quarter up to 2011.
Electronic shops:
here is some of the bigest electronic shops in akiba :
SOFMAP :
there are multiple stores in Akihabara Sofmap contents, each one of 'em sell a different assortment of products. Whether you're looking for a computer, Macintosh, and music CDs, video games, second hand or simply to repair your desktop, one of 'em will answer your needs.
LOAX :
LAOX Main Store is the Largest Duty Free shop in Akihabara This shops offer more than 70,000 products and HAS multilingual staff for our ever-expanding overseas clientele.and it's aussi offer variety of products to cater That Those Who like games and hobbies along with watches, jewelry, and souvenirs for overseas travelers.
Yamada Denki :
Yamada Denki is a large computer store, One of Japan's greatest home appliance retailers. situated exactly in front of akiba exit, Some chain stores don't just sell personal computers, household electronics and PC accessories but also other products such as books.
Manga, Anime And Video Games shop:
Mandarake :
the self described "Largest manga and anime shop in the world". Mandarake is a building with 8 floors, each floor contains a type of particular products such as manga, video games, music, figurine, cosplay. We can find everything related to the otaku culture.
the floors are divided as follows :
1st Floor : Checkout, Displays and redemption opportunities products.
2nd Floor: Cosplay Goods and dolls.
3rd Floor: Manga and Comics.
4th Floor: Doujinshi for men.
5th Floor: Doujinshi for women.
6th Floor: Video Games, CD, DVD, PC games, Anime.
7th Floor: Card Games, Models.
8th Floor: Figures and New toys.
Tokyo Anime Center :
Tokyo Animation Center is located in the heart of this district, in the integrated building in Akihabara Akihabara Crossfield UDX complex. It runs stages related exhibitions, hosts anime related events and contains a shop selling toys The official shop located on the 1st and 3rd floor offers exclusively numerous gadgets for certain events.
The center self proclamme "The definitive spot for anime entertainment".
Super Potato :
Super Potato is the spot retro gaming Akihabara in Tokyo, exclusively dedicated to video games. Here you can find Practically every game system ever Produced along with a huge selection of used game cartridges, discs, consoles and game accessories.
Sega Club :
there are 3 clubs Sega Akihabara, the first two are located in Chuo-Dori, a hundred meters from JR Akihabara station. The third, the newest, at least 15m from the same station.
A huge space with a lot of Arcades, Crane Simulators and Game Machines. It has a cheerful atmosphere, and is a great space for tourists,. This one is specially Known Among the gamers Because It's Situated the heart of Akihabara.
TaiTo Station:
Taito Station is served by the Sotobo Line. is one of the leading names in Japanese arcade gaming.
With the latest selection of arcade games. pricing games with popular souvenirs. ultra-realistic virtual games and high-tech, photo sticker booths and more! A unique and enjoyable experience typical Japanese guaranteed.
Maid and themed Cafe :
Manga Cafe :
are places where one can rent cabins for a few hours or overnight. Each cabin is equipped with a computer and often also a video game console. In the manga cafe can be read for free a lot of manga and magazine. and Here is one of the most popular manga Cafe in akiba :
Cure Maid Cafe :
The Cure Maid Cafe is the first permanent maid café to open in 2001 by the manufacturer of cosplay costumes Cospa. Often called Expired the "original" Maid Cafe. Cure features a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Food is good and the menu exchange in terms of the season.Cure Maid offers the quintessential Victorian maid fantasy. The Service member wear Victorian styled outfits, They Are prim and proper and May be a little distant Compared To Other maid cafes.
Nagomi Style Cafe:
Nagomi Style Cafe is a traditional manga Cafe. particularly in the style of the old capital of Kyoto.it's located on the outskirts of Akiba station right outside of Suehirocho.besides being able to surf the net at the booth seats or individual rooms while relaxing and enjoying the wide variety of the free soft drink offert by the manga coffee , you can also have fun reading manga and book of your own choice. the manga coffee contains more than 20 thousand manga.
"Nagomi style.cafe," is distinguished by its hospitality as Akihabara-style while respecting and honoring the Japanese traditions, in fact. All of the staff wear traditional Japanese clothing. The members of the staff are Also active in a music group called "Nagomi Girls" Their CDs, handmade goods, and more are for sale at the store. They are popular as souvenirs.
Neko JALALA:
"Neko Jalala" is one of the most poplular cat bar in the city. where we have the opportunity to play with cats, pet them and feed them. the place is pretty small and decorated by a large cat pictures, but able to contain about more than ten pets, the maid service is friendly and helpful and english speakers .JALALA Distinguish Themselves dans le competitive cat-cafe World With Their choice of exotic breeds Such As Abyssinians and Maine Coons. So if you like large cats, it's a place for you.the concept is verry original, and won the admiration of people.
Some Other amazing places you must visit in akihabara !
Kanda Myojin Shrine
the Kanda Myoji is a Shinto shrine located in Chiyoda, Tokyo. The sanctuary has 1,270 years of age but the main structure was rebuilt several times because of fires or earthquakes.
the three major kami are enshrined Daikokuten, Ebisu and Taira no Masakado.
Whether it's for a single computer or an Entire company, the shrine Promotes Itself as the place in town to secure charms and blessings to protect your devices, avert identity theft, get your digital business off to a good start or just keep it running smoothly.
Purikura
the purikura are photo booths accommodating a group of 8 people maximum and allow to add decoration on pictures.Since August 2015 it is possible to rent meintenant cosplays choices.
Nadeshiko Zushi
It is a sushi restaurant fully managed by female professional sushi chefs, a sight Rarely seen in Japan Given That MOST sushi chefs are male. it reserves a single delicious food.
Beside all of this amazing places you can Interact with real Lolitas. You get to know all about this one subculture of Akihabara and Take in a live J-Pop Idol performance at an underground event. You'll get to experience the otaku culture, mingling with the performers' fans. so if you are a geek you must visite this city once in your life.
