Akihabara is famous as an electronics town, but it is also a sacred place for hobby and model shops. In particular, there are many stores dealing with car models, which are very popular among maniacs. These stores offer plastic models, miniature cars, and radio-controlled cars for the enjoyment of beginners and enthusiasts alike. You can immerse yourself in the world of realistic car models in the lively atmosphere typical of Akihabara.
In this article, we will introduce the top 4 most popular stores among car lovers.
TamTam Akihabara
Tam Tam Akihabara Store is a large hobby store located near Akihabara Station that carries a wide range of plastic models of cars, miniature cars, radio-controlled cars, and model trains. It has the widest variety of products of the 5 stores in this issue, and also offers a full line of tools and paints.
In particular, there is a large selection of radio control related products and many custom parts. The store is spacious and offers an attractive environment in which you can take your time in making your selection. If you are looking for models in Akihabara, this is one spot you cannot miss.
Access Information
Tam Tam Akihabara is a large hobby store located on the 4th and 5th floors of the Sakai Suehiro Building, 6-14-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The nearest station is Suehirocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, less than a minute’s walk from Exit 4. 10 minutes walk from JR Akihabara Station. Public transportation is recommended. Business hours are from 11:00 to 20:00 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 20:00 on weekends and holidays.
Liberty Akihabara
Liberty Akihabara is a chain of stores that mainly deal in used figures and hobby items, with multiple locations in Akihabara. Miniature cars and plastic models are located on the second floor, and there is also a wide variety of model trains and other items, and rare out-of-print items can sometimes be found. Each store handles a different genre of products, making it a fun place to visit. The store is especially well-stocked for collectors, and is one of the best places to look for bargains in Akihabara.
(Photography was prohibited inside the store)
Access Information
Liberty Precious rare vintage figure store is located in Shintou Building, 4-7-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The nearest station is Suehirocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, about a 2-minute walk away, and JR Akihabara Station is about an 8-minute walk away. It is also within walking distance from Ueno-Hirokoji Station and Okachimachi Station.
Surugaya Akihabara
Surugaya Akihabara is a large store selling a wide range of used and new hobby goods and has several stores in Akihabara. In addition to figures, plastic models, miniature cars, and model trains, there are also games, anime goods, and more. It is one of Akihabara’s leading automotive model stores.
Unlike previous stores, there were more already-built miniature cars than plastic models. This may be good for those who have trouble assembling them by themselves!
There was also quite a wide variety of model trains, so railroad fans should definitely visit!
Access Information
Surugaya Akihabara Plastic Model Building is located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Kyomitsu Sotokanda No. 1 Building, 4-4-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The nearest station is Suehirocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, which is about a 3-minute walk away, and JR Akihabara Station is about a 6-minute walk away. Business hours are from 11:00 to 21:00 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 21:00 on weekends and holidays.
Volks Akihabara Hobby Paradise 2
Hobby Tengoku Akihabara is a large store operated by major hobby store BOCKS, and offers a wide range of figures, plastic models, garage kits, tools and paints. The latest Gunpla, character models, and scale models are also available, and support for modelers is also very generous. Events and exhibitions are held regularly, and the store is popular as a source of information on the latest hobbies.
The only section about automobiles is the space in front of the elevator on the first floor. However, there are many premium Tomicas, which is good for finding rare Tomicas! There were also many non-car models for sale, including a large plastic model of Gundam, which is recommended for model lovers!
Access Information
Convenient parking information
Fees
- First 60 minutes: 600 yen
- After 30 minutes: 300 yen
- Weekday maximum: 2,000 yen
- 1 hour free if you spend more than 5,000 yen at Yodobashi Camera.
- *Entrance is quite narrow, but high-roof cars (2.1m) can enter
Summary
Akihabara has the image of an electronics store. In fact, it is now popular among travelers who love cars!
We have introduced 4 popular model stores that represent such Akihabara. Why not stop by one of them when you come to Tokyo?
If you have any other requests for places to go, please let us know in the comments section.
Have a nice trip!
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