Akihabara

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日本語/Japanese
Sat 2008/08/09 21:42
While in Akiba for the post Wonfes Hobby Traders Show, I scheduled some other meetings and went around snapping photos. Today we are going to have a general look around Akiba and tomorrow we take a look at all the ecchi stuff that Akiba has to offer ^^;
Its difficult to believe that many people were killed in this very spot a few weeks ago. Everything just seemed so normal.
If you are looking to snap some good views of Akiba, take the stairs in the building next to the Sharp sign. As you can see the stairs are outdoors so you'll be able to get some good shots.
Yummy girlie.
The To Love-ru girls at Toranoana.
Its cool today but the weather of late has been horrendously hot. The armor is going to kill me when I'm filming next week ^^;
At the traders show - just a handful of stuff that we haven't covered yet.
Here is a sample of some squeezable eyes. The note says...

"Soft Oppai. Go ahead and give em a squeeze."
Yamato Valkyries have been around for ages - not sure whats so different with these ones.
As with Yamato's other mechas - its colored plastic. Would look great if they painted them.
Never really got a chance to watch Patlabor.
Name that mecha thing.
More Patlabor goodies.
Then its back out in the sweltering heat onto the next meeting.
Many places have the iPhone 3G in stock now. Softbank are even introducing cheaper plans for the "light" internet user down from about 5,000 yen to 2,000 yen-ish per month.
I'm waiting for the 32GB and better battery life version.
Right outside the station there are a few tall buildings with restaurants at the top with some nice views.
Anybody enjoying Sekirei like me?
Eroge is still hot business in Akiba. Folks would reserve their copy and then come to line up for it when its out. Big titles are launched at midnight.
Bump into AkibaHobby-san again - he was on the way down and I was on the way up to the traders show.
Much more folks attended this years show compared to this time last year.
Folks who say that all the nice girls are in Shibuya and Omoesando don't know what they are talking about - Akiba has loads of nice (2D) girlies.
Pachinko shop front. Been meaning to give it whirl. Have you played Pachinko before? (Whats Pachinko?)
The Eva girls at Akiba Island.
Lunch with comrades at Akiba Today.
Another meeting after that with Good Smile.
Pop into K-books to pick up some goodies.
At the Akihabara station "electric town" exit. I first visited Akibahara with a friend and asked him to take me to a shop which sold idol gravure photo books ^^; The days when all health care material came on paper was tough - carrying over 20 kilos of carry on luggage back to the UK was probably the cause of my current back problems ^^;

Do you remember the first shop you went to when you visited Akihabara?
For folks who have not been yet, what type of shop will you first raid when you visit?
Patrick busy at work.
Akiba ecchi stuff tomorrow - prepare tissues.

For nosebleeds.
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Melo in sane in the membrane (Registered on 2008/04/14 06:31)
I never really got Patlabor myself. I think I saw the movie a long time ago but I don't remember much. Maybe you could add some extra ventilation to your Storm Trooper outfit. That or add some heatsinks. j/k.
(ID #261057) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:07
jonhohx in adelaide (Registered on 2007/05/14 20:43)
filmaker
i remember whn i 1st arrived in tokyo...akiba was my 1st stop as soon as i left my bags at the hostel. ive taken so many shots like the 1st 1 in the post but yet i never get fed up of looking at them or of other peoples shots of the same 
(ID #261058) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:08
Pyoro in Singapore (Registered on 2007/08/23 01:35)
Student
"the new context conference"? sounds like a really boring conference

haven't been to japan yet, i swear i will head over there someday
anyway, i would be running in circles, screaming at the top of my lungs "Nippon banzai!" before collapsing out of shock and exhaustion the moment i arrive ^^
seriously though, i have no idea what are the shops to look our for, so i will probably visit every one of them.
(ID #261066) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:21
vegas in San Diego (Registered on 2007/12/26 02:03)
Working for the Man
i thought the same thing too though.  a lot of big shops in akiba,  but a lot more smaller ones. there were very few stores that i remember being bigger than my living room.  a lot of the stores are built UP.  i remember a place i went for dvds/games/figures the staircase was one person capable,  the floor space was about 50x20 feet and seven stories.  i tried to travel each store, hit about three blocks and was pooped.  luckily the maids kept me motivated.  
(ID #261075) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:32
wgold in Tokyo 東京 (Registered on 2008/07/16 16:31)
video editor
You probably went to Media Land, possibly the best game store on this planet ^^
(ID #261215) Posted on 2008/08/10 02:08
Evil King in Vlaardingen, the Netherlands, Earth (Registered on 2007/12/19 01:36)
Student and full-time otaku
Nice pics; can't wait to finally go there and do some shopping. Haven't decided where to go yet, but it'll probably be something well-known like Gamers. Don't know how many kilo's I'll bring home, but probably many ^^

Which reminds me of something I wanted to ask: what is the deal with import taxes at customs when you get home? Because figures aren't that expensive; but when I ship 'em over here I end up paying double due to the high shipping cost. But what I don't know if that is due to the airmail being pricy or the customs. What are the amounts you end up paying (if any) when bringing in a load of goodies after a Japan trip?
(ID #261070) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:24
Rurouni Heero in Quebec ,Canada (Registered on 2008/01/24 15:20)
Hospital supply manager and Gundam pilot in training
Hi Evil King. I went to Japan last June and brought back for 500$ (can) worth of figures, gunpla, games, health care and clothes. They didn't ask me to pay anything more or taxes at the customs in Japan. In Toronto though they asked me what exactly did I purchase for 500$. Anyway , I didn't have to declare any alcohol, tobacco or guns so it didn't cost me anything. (I'm from Canada btw...) Just try to save space in your luggage and pack your stuff there. (carefully!!!)  Enjoy your trip!!!  Nippon banzai!!!
(ID #261372) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:50
HoHoWan in Somewhere Dull (Registered on 2008/08/10 15:05)
Customs & Weird Stuff
Import Duties depends on several factors, I assume you are importing into Netherlands.
1) Description of product 2) HTS#(used to clear Customs)that is reported to your Customs officials. For NL, currently I believe that there is a 4.7% duty(plus VAT) for "Toy Figures" under HTS#9503009500 The US currently as no duty for "Toy Figures" under HTS#9503000080. And of course all this depends on whether your local Customs agrees with the description "Toy Figures". :( 
However US residents have a 800$ personal exemption for stuff they bring back into the US, so even if you bring back more than 800$ worth of figures, you technically should not need to pay duty for the figures.  (Manga/Eroge is duty free as well) :)

(ID #261650) Posted on 2008/08/10 15:29
Evil King in Vlaardingen, the Netherlands, Earth (Registered on 2007/12/19 01:36)
Student and full-time otaku
Thanks for the tips guys. This really helps me out!
(ID #261793) Posted on 2008/08/10 18:45
Tiny Red Man in Tiny Red Dot, Singapore. (Registered on 2007/04/11 18:03)
Dog of the Country
havent being to akiba yet, but knows that one day, i will be there. So, no worries. ^_^;; 

Tissues prepared, not for nosebleed though >=D
(ID #261081) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:40
e-jump in Malaysia (Registered on 2007/12/22 22:46)
Engineer by weekdays, Hikki by weekends
i have yet to decide where should i go 1st, other must visit places if i ever get a chance to visit japan.
But with pics and coverage by DC, this would help much
(ID #261084) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:45
Zou in New York City (Registered on 2008/07/08 14:07)
Student & Authorized Chicken Slapper
Im sorry I couldnt stop laughing at the picture of the guy dressed like Goku, I wanna do that myself too now for some reason. The hair is just ultra funny.
(ID #261085) Posted on 2008/08/09 22:46
tenrou in Honolulu, HI (Registered on 2008/04/16 17:43)
★究極神龍★
I recommend the Patlabor TV series if you want some good comedy.  I used to really enjoy it, and it's still one of my favorite series.  ^_^
(ID #261097) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:01
double in Singapore (Registered on 2007/04/24 12:27)
Student
Danny, I think you've made a slight mistake in your link to Akibahobby. It should be .net instead of .com.
(ID #261104) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:09
Danny Choo in Tokyo (Registered on 2006/12/11 12:18)
CEO MIrai Inc
Thanks for the correction ^^;;;
(ID #261113) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:22
catherine in England (Registered on 2007/12/28 00:18)
Student
Never been to Japan, I know if I'm lucky enough I'll definitly try and buy CDs and manga and magazines : ) Especially rare CDs that you can only get in stores in Japan... 
(ID #261106) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:16
WiseFreeman in DC Cloning Laboratory (Registered on 2007/11/07 19:20)
DCX001-Prototype
First venue I'll rape (opps, I mean raid) are Gamers & Yodobashi Akiba (The building on the 17th photo).
Can't wait to bleed tomorrow ^_^
(ID #261118) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:34
Nathan in Atlanta, GA, USA (Registered on 2007/08/22 23:15)
student
Yeah, defiantly hitting up (erm, I mean stopping by) Gamers first when I finally visit!
(ID #261144) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:11
WiseFreeman in DC Cloning Laboratory (Registered on 2007/11/07 19:20)
DCX001-Prototype
Hi5 fellow comrade ;-)
(ID #261156) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:20
Sabekuji Kaneda in Parañaque, Philippines (Registered on 2008/06/21 21:50)
Mechanical Engineering student
I have yet to arrive at the Mecca of Otaku culture. I would probably hit the figure and manga shops first XD
(ID #261121) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:37
vincento_py in Ushiku, Japan (Registered on 2008/06/16 19:35)
Lover of Akiba!
Akiba is the best town in the planet! I wanna stay there always!
(ID #261128) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:44
manga in Sydney (Registered on 2008/06/27 08:45)
Student
I carried quite of goodies on the way back from Japan. I had 2 bags I lugged onto the plane. Maybe 11-20.
(ID #261129) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:47
zephi in Sydney, Australia (Registered on 2008/04/27 03:27)
student
Will be going at the end of this year... Carrying luggage around is one of our biggest issues at the moment...
(ID #261131) Posted on 2008/08/09 23:51
Matsu in Singapore (Registered on 2008/01/18 23:49)
Popular Culture Vulture
Same here ... dunno if I will have the heavier luggage or the missus will! LOL
(ID #261141) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:08
Koshiko in Sydney, Australia (Registered on 2007/08/03 13:49)
website/graphic designer
get a locker at the station? =o
(ID #262737) Posted on 2008/08/11 20:40
Deathy in Brazil (Registered on 2007/04/20 08:38)
Patlabor never got much of my attention and I've been enjoying Sekirei quite a lot, it's funny -especially because of Kuu-chan- and has some nice oppai.
(ID #261142) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:10
Quentin aka Q in UK (again...) (Registered on 2008/01/07 05:47)
For the 3 times I've been I would first head for Radio-kan, because it's one of the first thing I see when I go out of the JR Station. That would use up an hour just to browse through individual shops.
(ID #261161) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:25
xenohawk in Tokyo, Japan (Registered on 2007/07/16 15:11)
Programmer, Web Developer / Web Designer
For this anime season, I think Sekirei is on my top viewing list. I never really liked ecchi anime before but this one is the few that actually has a good plot. So good I can't wait for the anime and went ahead with the manga (>_<). The manga is definately not for those with nosebleeds he he. I find Tsukiumi funny as she does have some cute side and really funny when she is bullied around even though she is a bit tsundere.
(ID #261169) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:34
Meimi132 in Leicester for Uni, Norfolk for Home. (Registered on 2007/12/04 05:29)
Student, Otaku, She-Geek(Sheek lol)
Oh I wanna go!!! So tempting....and evil to show all this stuff lol
(ID #261174) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:38
marvin (Registered on 2006/12/25 00:54)
I see you still have that magic wallet? does money suddenly appear out of it these days? ^^ btw Dragonball cosplayer has nice hair! ^^
(ID #261179) Posted on 2008/08/10 00:50
andra in Singapore (Registered on 2007/11/06 15:31)
中学生
I still remembered I went to china with a 10kg lugguage and came back with a 7kg luggauge ^^; but I think when I go Japan someday, I'll be totally overloaded~
(ID #261192) Posted on 2008/08/10 01:12
necrophadian in Palookaville, USA (Registered on 2007/04/22 13:25)
Procrastinator Extraordinaire
I think that the Yamato Valkyrie that you mentioned earlier are the new 1/60 Strike Valkyries that they just released July this year. the jointed/foldable leg fins were the giveaway, the 1/48 vf-1s that Yamato has been churning out for a while dont have this feature.
(ID #261196) Posted on 2008/08/10 01:21
pepsi??? (Registered on 2007/09/29 23:00)
hopefully i "might" go to japan later this year might as well buy loads of stuff to bring home..as for some of you guys that have went to japan and bought stuff to your country is it cheaper in japan or the same?
(ID #261198) Posted on 2008/08/10 01:28
kira_yamato3572 in Outside London (Registered on 2008/08/10 00:50)
Management Student + MMORPG Human Shield or Damage Dealer
the stuff should be cheaper over there. as some manga i buy is like £7(1,480.43 yen) for a copy of those mangna release on a monthly bais. which in japan they are only 440 yen(£2.08). all those extra are their profit and tax towards my grovenment ><
(ID #261202) Posted on 2008/08/10 01:34
Tom in サウス フロリダ (Registered on 2006/12/25 14:56)
Professional Student
This is great!  I'm heading over to Japan next week, so hopefully I'll have a nice Akiba guide before I go.
(ID #261199) Posted on 2008/08/10 01:30
Rin in Toronto (Registered on 2008/01/04 17:29)
Student Otaku (ITM Student) and ACG NA Staff
First time in Japan today...
Be in Akihabara tomorrow!!!!!!!
I would love to visit all the stores!!!!!!!!!!
(ID #261209) Posted on 2008/08/10 01:47
Rurouni Heero in Quebec ,Canada (Registered on 2008/01/24 15:20)
Hospital supply manager and Gundam pilot in training
Enjoy your stay!!!  I sure did enjoy mine!! Go Canada in Japan!!
(ID #261381) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:56
Harts in Estonia (Registered on 2008/06/02 15:38)
Student
I haven't visited Japan yet, but I plan in the future. I haven't decided which shop I'll visit first, but I think it will definitely be some anime stuff shop. And nice article as always, thanks:)  
(ID #261222) Posted on 2008/08/10 02:18
Akiba-Kid in California, USA (Registered on 2008/01/17 12:47)
Online Shop
I always bring back 3 bags(1 carry on and send 2) which usually weighs more than 100 kilos, it's really killer x_x  First shop I went in when I first visited Akihabara was Tora no Ana I think, always a favorite place for me~  I can't wait to visit Japan this week!

When are you filming next week Danny?  I would love to go visit you and say hi in person :D
(ID #261235) Posted on 2008/08/10 02:26
Danny Choo in Tokyo (Registered on 2006/12/11 12:18)
CEO MIrai Inc
Unfortunately cant talk about it until it goes on air ToT.
(ID #261462) Posted on 2008/08/10 09:06
Akiba-Kid in California, USA (Registered on 2008/01/17 12:47)
Online Shop
Doh, oh well~  I guess I'll be on lookout for Storm Trooper whenever I go to Akihabara!
(ID #262645) Posted on 2008/08/11 18:48
Arisato-Kun in United States (Registered on 2008/07/12 11:39)
Otaku, High School Student, Aspiring Animator
I plan to hit the anime and figure shops first of course...once I find out where to go. I'd probably try to go with someone that's been before so they can show me where all the best shops are.
(ID #261255) Posted on 2008/08/10 02:43
AK-kun in Singapore (Registered on 2007/06/20 00:00)
Student
Can't wait for episode 7 of Sekirei to come out.
(ID #261258) Posted on 2008/08/10 02:49
Misakichii in Singapore (Registered on 2007/11/03 16:03)
I remember the first shop I went was Gamers, it was very near the station. Dint have a map that time and only went to the big shops on the first day.
(ID #261262) Posted on 2008/08/10 03:00
Phalon in South Dakota (Registered on 2008/04/14 04:17)
Student / Tester
I've play pachinko before and thank god it was free. It was at an anime convention and they had free pachinko machines to play with. As you can probably tell by my first sentence I didn't fare too well at the game.
(ID #261313) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:09
amasero in usa, maryland (Registered on 2008/05/14 05:47)
anime junky :3
i'm enjoying sekirei! but i enjoy most anime that i pick up. i'm not critical on things like many people, if it bores me i won't watch it. sekirei is far from boring though :)!

and as always, you're making me want to travel back to japan >:I
(ID #261316) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:14
Darknight in Los Angeles, USA (Registered on 2008/03/17 16:30)
Filmmaker
For Sekirei, im barely on episode 6 here the the states.....awesome....what episode number  count up in japan?
(ID #261318) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:15
Panimono (Registered on 2008/05/25 07:11)
Hahaha! I say an advertisement for Persona 4~! :3
(ID #261319) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:15
rosel in korea (Registered on 2008/01/19 10:17)
student
ahhah... tissues..

for nosebleeds. ::scoff::
(ID #261325) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:21
radical anime fan in 2009 Singapore. (Registered on 2007/01/25 22:32)
Polytechnic Senior, Bronze Lifesaving Trainee, Mech Designer, Pokemon Indexer.
Woo, finally everything is going back to the way it was...

And yes, I've got my tissues ready XD
(ID #261379) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:55
ClearTranquil in Vancouver, BC - Canada (Registered on 2008/06/20 08:51)
Student // Collector // Gaijin
Mmmm...good ol' Akihabara looks the same.

I don't know how much this weighed but here is my Akiba loot:

http://blog.cleartranquil.com/2008/04/home-sweet-home.html
(ID #261380) Posted on 2008/08/10 04:56
Rurouni Heero in Quebec ,Canada (Registered on 2008/01/24 15:20)
Hospital supply manager and Gundam pilot in training
I don't remember the name of the first store I entered in Akiba, but it was an electronic store. Right after that I went to Azobit C to get a Lelouch figma. They didn't have any at the local Sakuraya in Shinjuku next to my hotel. I miss Japan so much!! I gtg back soon!!! BTW, Patlabor is a very nice anime. The 7 OVAs, the anime serie (49 eps?) and the 3 movies are worth it. The third movie is kinda weird but it's still nice if you like the genre. There's not much mecha action the movies thought. Well, to anyone going to Japan: go to Akiba!! It's a must!! Nippon banzai!!
(ID #261392) Posted on 2008/08/10 05:11
Uchikoma in Wales (Registered on 2008/06/15 00:25)
Programmer
I didn't buy that much when I went to Akihabara, mainly a PS3, some other game stuff (GBA Micro, Wonderswan games, etc) and some capsule toys.
(ID #261404) Posted on 2008/08/10 05:41
chun in need to be in bed (Registered on 2007/01/09 15:45)
part time illustrationist, doll clothing seamstress
ahhh want to go back again! :P I got quite a buncha doll related stuff ^^ Hubs got about 4 gundam model kits when we were there last year ^^;
(ID #261422) Posted on 2008/08/10 06:26
Hatix in Antwerp, Belgium (Registered on 2007/04/25 06:26)
IT, Programmer, Otaku, ...
Oh, it seems they are finally building something at that building site at the crossing. During the 1.5 year period that I went 3 times to Japan, it just didn't change at all, just ground work. Now there's 2 floors ;p

And yes, I'm enjoying Sekirei very much ;p Oh, and I see they got a big ad up of Sekirei at Gamers ;p Last time I was there, it was Konata from Lucky Star and Kodomo no Jikan above it.

The first shop I went into when I first visited Akiba, hmm, I think it was the Radio Kaikan building (I had a guide I printed out ;p), I only discovered Gamers after I found Animate and Tora no Ana. Now Gamers is usually my first stop when I exit the station ^^
(ID #261445) Posted on 2008/08/10 07:24
Eva in Singapore (Registered on 2008/05/18 21:40)
Admin
I hope they'll release more Sekirei figures. The whole premise about a useless guy with a bevy of girls all clinging to him never seem to get old. And the girls are often designed to appeal to the widest audience available. There's always the sweet but slightly slow one (Musubi-chan), the loli (Kuu-chan), the tsundere (Tsukiumi) though sexy oneechan types (Matsu) are popular as well.

(ID #261465) Posted on 2008/08/10 09:18
Kawaii Chan in Loli Land (Registered on 2008/06/18 00:48)
Student, Goddess of the Blue Star
yay akiba! Can't wait till tomorrow!
(ID #261491) Posted on 2008/08/10 10:28
aseps in japan (Registered on 2008/08/10 11:09)
love akiba, i go there 1 time per month (for the money reason...). there times i just wanna to do a little walk for there, nothing in mind for buying, but strangely i always got something in hands when i go back to home! kkk
(ID #261534) Posted on 2008/08/10 11:38
NightyKnight in Canada (Registered on 2008/05/21 16:05)
Happiness Promoter
I ran away from my tour group just to visit Akihabara!

Plus...I wanted to announce that I've recently picked up a figma toy...and yes, I heard it here first.  I'm very happy, but I have a headache now too...maybe it's because I'm too happy?
(ID #261585) Posted on 2008/08/10 13:07
Leo in San Francisco Bay Area (Registered on 2006/12/24 17:54)
Email & Network Support/Administration
The main reasons why I love Patlabor (which are also the same reasons why I have trouble watching Code Geass without lmao) are it's such a possible thing to have in this world (the labors that is). The pilots are trained professionals (not just kids who hop in are suddenly piloting  mechs), they pay attention to the little things like, ammo and power management, dealing with lack of training due to budgets, there's episodes with humor and some will thought out political intrigue. The first two movies are more thought-provoking then action. And the third, well,  I wouldn't call it a Patlabor movie at all. </fanboy rant>  

And yep, I'm enjoying Sekirei. 
(ID #261605) Posted on 2008/08/10 13:30
Realta Nua in Jakarta Singapore (Registered on 2007/10/19 23:29)
University Student
When i go to Japan a few yrs ago, i was "forced" to visit the Theme Parks, giving me no time for shopping..

At last, i only bought:

- PlayStation  Magz
- a Swatch watch
- Dengeki Hobby
- Utawarerumono PS2 Game - With Character Book Inside
- 2 Gunplas 
- Foods n presents lol
- Wanna buy Dengeki Hime, but underaged at that time lol
- totalled 10.7 kgs :p
Gotta have to go there again on my own later.. Planning to do Masters there or join the JET programme
(ID #261670) Posted on 2008/08/10 16:12
Realta Nua in Jakarta Singapore (Registered on 2007/10/19 23:29)
University Student
In addition, i haven't collected figs at that time, and have no time going to Akihabara(when i go to Shunjuku, i almost run away from my crowds, in the end remembering that i can't speak Japanese well :p
(ID #261674) Posted on 2008/08/10 16:15
Hangmen13 in Sabah, Malaysia, but now studying in KL (still the same country) (Registered on 2007/04/21 22:31)
Aimless Traveler
Was there last February. Will bring more cash next time I went to Akihabara.
(ID #261749) Posted on 2008/08/10 17:36
XSportSeeker in Brazil (Registered on 2007/08/22 06:42)
Dropping computers, starting all over again at Journalism
4 boxes filled with Artbooks and magazines... it had to be shipped by sea, and took almost 5 months to get to Brazil. :P

Anyways, interesting pics. But I'm still kinda mad with envy from the latest post about Akiba stash... so many stuff I want.... T_T
(ID #261772) Posted on 2008/08/10 18:07
Tubbygaijin in Leeds, UK (Registered on 2008/03/14 07:50)
Web Designer & Game Developer
Great pics Danny! those pics make me long to go back, just as well I am in November :)

Last time i think my luggage was around 22kg, I actually threw away clothes to fit more gunpla and goodies in!
(ID #261800) Posted on 2008/08/10 18:59
silent1134 in Los Angeles, California (Registered on 2007/08/22 15:45)
???Confused???
I wish to visit at least once, but at the current moment the price of oil and stuff is keeping me grounded...
(ID #261806) Posted on 2008/08/10 19:15
ehrgeiz in The Netherlands (Registered on 2008/01/10 01:12)
Student
There is this little shop complex across the station square and Gamers which sells a lot of small figurines. Bought some stuff there first. After that I went to the curry restaurant next to it, it has some good curry :-)
(ID #261844) Posted on 2008/08/10 20:19
Denny in Sydney (Registered on 2008/07/21 14:06)
Student
hope i can go akiba next time i'm in japan, had no time when i was last there
(ID #261866) Posted on 2008/08/10 21:10
Caitlin in Japan (Registered on 2008/03/07 23:08)
Dancing Monkey
Missed by a week. :(  Was just there and was hoping to see the dancing stormtrooper but I figure it would be too soon, seeing as July was a busy month for you.  Maybe next time. ^_^
(ID #261910) Posted on 2008/08/10 23:23
gusgus in cyberspace (Registered on 2007/09/11 05:40)
web head
The PS2 came out the first time I was in Japan... so, there was a lot of carrying to do :-)
(ID #261995) Posted on 2008/08/11 01:54
lostandfound in Singapore (Registered on 2007/10/22 03:22)
Part trooper, part -timer, 100% loser...
I need to start saving money to got to Akba...
(ID #262088) Posted on 2008/08/11 03:52
-XYZPDQ in Pennsylvania, United States (Registered on 2007/01/01 15:24)
Student Engineer
I will raid the first shop I can get to, then I will keep going looking at stuff =p. For the sheer amount of stuff that I want- I am going to make multiple trips.
(ID #262173) Posted on 2008/08/11 06:07
Edward in SE Michigan/Osaka (Registered on 2006/12/24 13:14)
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
Thanks for the heads-up on the shooting location Danny.  I will give it a try when I get up to Tokyo.  Hell who knows, my wife and I might end up in Tokyo.  I'm always open to the possibility of working in Tokyo, but will miss Osaka.

No Labor Danny?  You should watch the movies.  Headgear was made up of some of the best in the industry.  Stories are filled with intrigue and action.  You won't be disappointed.

I played Pachinko a couple of times and did so-so.  You might want ear plugs Danny...

I probably hit some place like K-Books first.  I'm looking forward to spending sometime in Akiba.  I almost need to go by myself since my wife will get tired quickly.

I was like 25 or 30 kilo over last time.  I end up giving Northwest and extra $50USD.  I should have boxed it all up and shipped it back but...

(ID #262339) Posted on 2008/08/11 11:27
FatBastard in directly responsible (Registered on 2007/11/04 19:28)
Hotdog Repairman
I honestly don't remember which shop I went to when I first got to Akiba. Likely the biggest store, with the most people closest to the station exit. I purposely went alone, but if someone had accompanied me to show me the ins and outs I probably would have blown my budget. 

Walked thru a Pachinko parlour a few times, but didn't play. I didn't get what the fuss was all about until my friend explained that gambling casinos are banned in Japan and the sidestep process of redeeming your winnings.
(ID #262384) Posted on 2008/08/11 12:47
Tami in Germany - Düsseldorf (Registered on 2007/12/16 11:54)
IT-Architect, SysAdmin, WebDesign and Coding, Virtualization (VMware + NetApp)
Not sure about the Kilos i brought back.... but a full samsonite hardcase stuffed at it's best. Sucks to carry two of those + handbag and so on when your alone lol. ><
The pic you took of yourself in the mirror reminds me of Jois flicker somehow. XD
(ID #262577) Posted on 2008/08/11 17:36
openhappy in US (Registered on 2008/03/10 15:21)
Software
Man, how come Yamato never weathers the Valkyries correctly? The structure is so good and the paint job (or leak there of) is so bad ... 
(ID #262595) Posted on 2008/08/11 17:51
suki in Cape Town, South Africa (Registered on 2007/08/22 23:15)
Graphic Design student | Receptionist | Otaku
Akiba is definitely on my travel list! The weight of overloaded suitcases will probably be something that I'll be responsible for ^^;
(ID #262726) Posted on 2008/08/11 20:15
daichouginga in Byston Well, the land between the earth and the sea (Registered on 2008/06/04 10:28)
The Sword of Magus
Went to Akiba before together with my parents when I'm still young. At that time, I didn't know the 'true colors' of Akiba, only knowing it as an electronic city/town. But I went to Gamers (with my parents LOL) when I saw the store and was happy to know that it really existed. We bought a Dejiko plushy and a pre-built Sazabi(forgot what is it called) and that's my first goodies in Akiba.
(ID #263180) Posted on 2008/08/12 04:18
wildquaker in Philippines (Registered on 2008/08/12 22:38)
Web Developer
Those are good looking Yamatos there. Even without the color you'd have a hard time picking out colors that'd look good on those. 

Definitely Akiba's my first stop when I visit Japan. I'll burn my hard earned money on figures, which of course came from your recommendations. :D
(ID #263868) Posted on 2008/08/12 22:51
Last{[0]}Raven in South Korea (Registered on 2008/01/02 14:07)
Raven, AMV & MAD maker, Otaku
awsome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! so its opened now right, since the police like blocked people from goin in there
(ID #264286) Posted on 2008/08/13 10:28
wrenley in Philippines! (Registered on 2008/07/17 03:45)
Superhero
I'm going to japan this october :) Anybody who can recommend me what places i should check out? or what shops i should check out? I'm planning to buy an SLR camera there...
(ID #265304) Posted on 2008/08/14 14:16
Zerocard in your face! (Registered on 2008/07/13 00:13)
Conservatory of Music Student
Those squeeze the oppai thing looks like balls
..
you know..

balls
(ID #265609) Posted on 2008/08/14 21:42
cease in UK (Registered on 2007/06/04 05:09)
Student/Film-maker
I miss Akiba :(
(ID #266222) Posted on 2008/08/15 14:19
Da_Nuke in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico (Registered on 2008/06/30 17:49)
Telecommunications engineer
I hate Japan. In Japan, the iPhone 3G service costs $30/month and you can have unlimited data transfers. In Mexico, Telcel is the only one who sells the iPhone, and you have two choices: $20/month for 100 MB of monthly download that runs out in a breeze, or $80/month for unlimited download. No wonder why the iPhone is a commercial failure in Mexico. DDD:<~~~~
(ID #272615) Posted on 2008/08/21 15:33
ChimeraTheory in South Africa (Registered on 2008/07/23 20:46)
Web Developer
Looks great... wish I had money to go to Japan on holiday. *sigh*
(ID #272758) Posted on 2008/08/21 16:36
undyingSoldier in South Africa (Registered on 2008/03/06 03:14)
Software Developer / Programmer
Yeah, me too. Akihabaaaala, Akihabaaaala - looks awesome.
(ID #284012) Posted on 2008/08/30 07:42
tueac in Singapore (Registered on 2008/08/23 08:16)
Fresh Diploma Grad... enlistee.. soon
the first shop i went to was yodobashi camera... cause i reach the hotel late in the evening... but i found a nice 24hours superstore in akiba... did some last minute and supper shopping there... the build where akb21 or isit 28 performs at... 
(ID #276627) Posted on 2008/08/24 19:15
tueac in Singapore (Registered on 2008/08/23 08:16)
Fresh Diploma Grad... enlistee.. soon
sorry it's akb 48... haha... sorry double post...
(ID #276629) Posted on 2008/08/24 19:18
iwishiwasinjapan in Atlanta, Georgia, USA (Registered on 2008/08/25 09:48)
Student
Oh my god. I've never been to Japan, but...aa! I want to go so bad right now, and this just looks like heaven!
(ID #277425) Posted on 2008/08/25 11:39
Ash Riot in San Francisco (Registered on 2008/01/18 23:16)
Radical Dreamer
My head exploded when I stepped foot into Akihabara.  Crazy.
(ID #283431) Posted on 2008/08/29 19:58
Gradius in Brasil (Registered on 2008/07/08 06:08)
IT Expert / System, Network, Security Administrator
Wow that Patlabor is very well made, I want one!
(ID #284225) Posted on 2008/08/30 12:12
BakaTanuki in Texas (Registered on 2008/09/10 03:15)
Blogger, Entomologist
I'll first head to Gamers out of devotion to DiGi Charat
(ID #296111) Posted on 2008/09/10 03:40
M-kat(マリー) in Ohio/NYC (Registered on 2008/08/23 02:27)
Graphic Artist/Gamer/Dreamer and all that jazz
wowowow I loved going here when I lived in Japan  
Akihabara is crazy but I love shopping and actually bought myself a Nintendo DS there
gonna buy DVD's but  too$$$$$$$$$$$$
johnnyb20 in Body in Durham UK, Soul in Tokyo!!!! (Registered on 2008/09/22 01:02)
IT Student
Akihabara just overloads my brain you really dont know where to start. I cant remember the shop I went into first but it was on the main road I think I bought a set of big white Pioneer Headphones. And spent about 20,000 Yen in about 5 minutes!!! 
(ID #322954) Posted on 2008/10/04 18:23
johnnyb20 in Body in Durham UK, Soul in Tokyo!!!! (Registered on 2008/09/22 01:02)
IT Student
When you get out of Electric Towns station and into Akihabara it just overwhelms you!!!
(ID #322955) Posted on 2008/10/04 18:25
QN in NYC (Registered on 2008/11/11 15:07)
Haven't been to Akihabara since before it became Otaku-land (2003ish), so I missed all this :(
(ID #372593) Posted on 2008/11/15 22:03
irene in Canada (Registered on 2008/10/14 02:39)
Pre-law student
I'm just surprised on how small it is. :)
(ID #379665) Posted on 2008/11/21 04:32
Kaybelrex in London (Registered on 2007/11/07 18:04)
Musician
Exciting times... looks like sooooooo much fun.
(ID #409275) Posted on 2008/12/12 22:09
zro in florida (Registered on 2009/02/25 00:29)
high school student
i wanna go ther its every geeks dream!! come true
(ID #501072) Posted on 2009/02/25 05:07
kratos1010 (Registered on 2009/02/18 05:27)
Im going to Japan for the first time this summer, and this will be one of my stops. I wonder if I can carry everything I am going to buy...
(ID #547525) Posted on 2009/04/03 12:06
Racer's Dream in In Circuito di Fiorano with an FW20 driven by Heinz-Harold Fretzen (Registered on 2009/01/27 11:40)
90's F1 Afficionate
The Chuo-Dort St. will be equally fast as Hockenheim '90
(ID #613246) Posted on 2009/05/20 08:11
lolyukiuk in UK (Registered on 2009/02/08 21:58)
student
i lol'd at patrick what an absolute legend 
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