Akihabara Radio Kaikan – The Heart of Otaku Culture in Tokyo
Located just steps from JR Akihabara Station, Akihabara Radio Kaikan is one of the most iconic landmarks in the world-famous Akihabara district.
Originally established in 1950, it began as a hub for electronic components and radio parts, reflecting Japan's post-war tech boom.
Although the original building closed in 2011 due to age, it was beautifully rebuilt and reopened in 2014 as a modern 10-story (plus 2 basement levels) shopping complex.
The building proudly retains the nostalgic signage "Radio Kaikan of the World," reminding visitors of its deep-rooted history in Akihabara's development.
Today, Akihabara Radio Kaikan is a treasure trove for anime lovers, hobbyists, figure collectors, card game enthusiasts, and even electronics fans.
Each floor offers a unique specialty, making it a must-visit for pop culture pilgrims from all over the globe.

1st Floor Descriptions

On the first floor, you'll find everyday essentials at FamilyMart, stylish glasses at OWNDAYS, unique Japanese souvenirs at The AkiBa gift shop, and several trading card shops like Fukufukutoreka and Hobby Station.
For a touch of fun, try your luck at Kuji Senmonten Mach (lottery-style toy shop).

1F: ① Fukufukutoreka Akihabara Radio kaikan store

Card Shop

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1F: ② OWNDAYS

eyeglass store

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1F: ③ Kuji mahha

drawing shop

drawing
Trading Card Game
figures

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1F: ④ GIFT SHOP The AkiBa

gift shop

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1F: ⑤ Hobby station Akihabara RADIO KAIKAN

Card Shop

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2nd Floor Descriptions

Move up to the second floor, where collectors can browse Astop Radio Kaikan's rental showcases, discover LED equipment and pro audio gear at Tomoca Electric, or explore the shelves of Habikoro Toys.
This floor also houses several card shops, including the pirate-themed Kaizoku Ou.

2F: ① Card Shop Kaizokuou - Akihabara Radio kaikan store

Card Shop

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2F: ② Havikoro Toy Akihabara Radio kaikan store

Character goods and figures

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2F: ③ hobby station Akihabara RADIO KAIKAN 2F

Card Shop

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2F: ④ Astop RADIO KAIKAN

rental showcase

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3rd Floor Descriptions

On the third, anime and manga fans will love K-BOOKS for doujinshi and rare merch,

3F: K-BOOKS Akihabara main store + Akihabara MEN'S store

Large anime goods store

Goods, figures, tapestries, pillow covers, CDs, DVDs & Blu-rays, female voice actor goods, doujinshi, adult only games

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4th Floor Descriptions

On the fourth floors, amiami, a mega store for anime figures and collectibles.

4F: amiami RADIO KAIKAN store

anime goods store

figures, Card game, anime goods

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5th Floor Descriptions

The 5th floor is a paradise for toy and hobby collectors!
For action figures, check out Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby Tokyo and Uchusen.
If you're into anime merch, head to Lashinban.
And for trading cards, don’t miss Magi and X!

5F: ① lashinbang RADIO KAIKAN store

anime goods store

figures, anime goods

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5F: ② magi RADIO KAIKAN store

Card Shop

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5F: ③ X-Akiba RADIO KAIKAN store

figures, anime goods store

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5F: ④ Uchusen RADIO KAIKAN store

character toy goods store

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5F: ⑤ Kaiyodo RADIO KAIKAN store

character toy goods store

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5F: ⑥ Dolly teria RADIO KAIKAN store

Doll & goods store

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6th Floor Descriptions

Yellow Submarine, located on the sixth floor, is one of the largest specialty stores in Akihabara, offering everything from model kits and board games to trading cards.

6F: yellowsubmarine RADIO KAIKAN store

Large Anime goods store

Plastic models, figures, toys, TCGs, board games, trading cards

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7th Floor Descriptions

The 7th floor is where doll culture meets classic hobby shops!
Azone Label Shop and DolK are perfect for doll fans.
Jungle sells figures and hobby goods.
And if you're into trading cards, check out TCG Park!

7F: ① Azone label shop Akihabara

azone label dool shop

We sell AZONE INTERNATIONAL doll products.

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7F: ② Jungle Akihabara

character toy goods store

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7F: ③ toreca park Akihabara

Card Shop

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7F: ④ DOLK

Doll Shop

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8th Floor Descriptions

On the eighth floor, Volks Hobby Square and Doll Point are perfect for scale models, railroads, dolls, and the tools to build them.

8F: ① Volks hobby square

Hobby building hall of fame

Plastic models, Figures, Dolls, Model tools, Other hobby-related products, Scale models, railway models, tools, guns

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8F: ② Volks Doll Point

Dollfie Dream (doll) goods store

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9th Floor Descriptions

The ninth floor is a haven for serious card gamers.
Shops like BIG MAGIC, Fullcomp, and Card Lab cater to trading card game enthusiasts.

9F: ① card-labo RADIO KAIKAN store

Card Shop

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9F: ② BIG MAGIC RADIO KAIKAN store

Card Shop

TCG/CCG Arena

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9F: ③ Fullcomp RADIO KAIKAN store

Card Shop

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10th Floor Descriptions

Finally, the tenth floor serves as an event space for cosplay shows, voice actor signings, game tournaments, and seasonal anime pop-up events, as well as the headquarters of Tomoca Electric Co..

10F: Event space

Event space

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Basement 1 Floor Descriptions

your journey at Basement 1, where you can enjoy food and beer at Ginza Lion, a historic beer hall with over 80 years of history.

B1F: GINZA LION

beer hall & food

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