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Used iPhones • Used iPads • Smartphones • Cameras • Akihabara Tokyo
Sofmap AKIBA Station Front Building 1F is Akihabara's go-to ground-floor stop for used iPhones, iPads and smartphones — tax-free, SIM-friendly and only 1 minute from JR Akihabara Station.
This floor stocks current and previous-generation iPhones, iPads of multiple sizes, Android smartphones from global brands, and a strong selection of used compact and mirrorless cameras.
Every device is tested, battery-checked and graded for cosmetic condition. SIM-lock status is clearly marked, and many handsets are confirmed compatible with Japanese SIM cards.
This guide is based on on-site research in Akihabara and updated in 2026 by the Akihabara Guide Information Map editorial team.
Sofmap AKIBA Station Front Building 1F is the ground-floor used-phone and used-camera section of one of Akihabara's biggest electronics buildings. It's the floor most travelers visit when they want an iPhone or iPad they can actually use in Japan.
The lineup focuses on inspected second-hand iPhones, iPads, Android smartphones and compact / mirrorless cameras. Stock turns over quickly and every unit is graded for cosmetic condition.
The big advantage is price plus transparency: every device has a written grade, battery condition is noted on iPhones, and SIM-lock status is visible at a glance.
For travelers, tax-free shopping is available with your passport. Many iPhones are SIM-unlocked or compatible with Japanese eSIM, so the phone is usable from the moment you walk out.
Sofmap is part of a long-standing electronics chain, so warranty, return policy and after-sales support are documented — unlike many anonymous online second-hand sellers.
If you'd rather buy a new device elsewhere, the 1F is still a good place to pick up used accessories like cables, AC adapters and cases.
Expect a wide spread of used iPhones from the latest generation back several models, used iPads (mini, Air, Pro) in multiple storage tiers, plus Android smartphones from global brands.
Battery condition is shown for iPhones — look for 90%+ if long-term use matters, lower-grade tags for budget pickups. Many models are confirmed unlocked.
The used camera corner stocks compact digital cameras, Sony / Canon / Fujifilm mirrorless bodies and a rotating selection of lenses. Accessories like protective cases, cables and chargers are also on the same floor.
If you'd like a phone that works on a Japanese SIM, ask staff to point you to the SIM-free section — most popular models are stocked.
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This article is based on real visits to Sofmap AKIBA Ekimae in Akihabara and verified store information. Content is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for international visitors.
If you enjoyed the 1F floor at Sofmap AKIBA Ekimae, the rest of the building covers other product categories within a 1-minute walk of JR Akihabara Station.
Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Open daily)
Address:
1-15-8 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021, Japan
Nearest Station:
Akihabara Station (JR Yamanote Line, JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, JR Sobu Line)
Only a 1-minute walk from JR Akihabara Station's Electric Town Exit (also known as "Denki-gai")
Phone number: 0077-78-9888