AkihabaraI think all the other smaller shops in Akihabara try to beat
Yodobashi-Akiba's prices, not the other way around.
Anyway, the toys are on the 6th floor, but try looking
at other places before you buy anything at Yodobashi.
MandarakeGo to the 7th floor for vintage toys. Expensive, though.
Better stuff at lower prices can be had on YJP, but this
place is great just to visit.
You can see the Taito building standing in the
alley where Mandarake is located.
Remember, if you see this, then you know you're near
Mandarake.
Golden Age. It's in Akihabara. Expensive.
If you just look and shop on the ground floor,
then you'll miss the great deals on the upper
floors of Rajio Kan. Climb the stairs to the
4th floor, look at the shops, and then make
your way down each floor. You won't regret it.
Like this great deal on a 1:1 scale Kenshiro
at Kaiyodo. (See? I told you the fourth floor
is where you should start.)
Oh, shucks! It's sold out, and I thought it
was a bargain.
When you get thirsty from all the walking and
drooling while looking at the toys (or cosplay
maids handing out flyers), then drop a 100 Yen
coin in one of these vending machines next
to Kenshiro.
The refreshing taste of Ultra Cola for
more toy shopping power!
NakanoNakano BroadwayI like this place better than Akihabara.
"Photos? No taking... What? I don't understand.
Nihongo ga zen zen wakaranai!"
Yup! You'll see something you want, but then
it's expensive. If cash is no problem for you,
then go ahead and buy all of it.
After all that toy shopping, try enjoying the culture
and scenery around Tokyo. April is also a great time
to view sakura flowers. Ueno is probably a good place
to visit for that, but it can be crowded during holidays.