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Have you been to Akihabara ?As many of you know, Dragon Ball is one of the most famous comics and anime series to come out of Japan.

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Dragon Ball fans – Do you know about the must-see action figure shop in Akihabara?

“Akihabara”, a popular destination in Tokyo, especially comic and anime fans.  If you travel to Japan, we have 5 great shops that you definitely should visit. Come on over and we’ll help you find a rare figure that you will become the center-piece to your collection! 

Akihabara：A place where home appliances and subculture shops are popular. Approximately 12 minutes by train from Tokyo Station, 40 minutes from Haneda Airport, and 1 hour from Narita Airport.

A reasonable secondhand shop in Akihabara: “Hobby Shop I.T.R.”

If you’re focused on buying Dragon Ball figures at the most reasonable price you can find, then we recommend the Hobby Shop I.T.R. It’s known as a hole in the wall by figure collectors, since they have a massive collection. A mint condition Super Saiyan can be found at more than 50% off. Be sure to check, but be sure to not buy too much!

Hobby Shop I.T.R.

Precise creations by a molding manufacturer: “Precise creations by a molding manufacturer: “Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby Tokyo”

Kaiyodo is a figure manufacturer with a long history. Precisely manufactured Gokus and Krillins line the store.  By the way, Krillin has no nose, but it can breathe through its skin due to its special nature. No wonder why it’s called the strongest Earthling! Have fun as you search for the ones you like!

Kaiyodo Hobby Lobby Tokyo

One of Japan’s largest stocks: “Volks Akihabara Hobby Paradise”

Volks Akihabara Hobby Paradise is like a figure museum! Only the Akihabara branch has all seven floors occupied by figures. It has Super Saiyans and even rare Super Saiyan God Goku figures. It has figures, character goods, and event halls, making it a paradise for subculture fans.

Volks Akihabara Hobby Paradise

”Figure Shop Ganking Akihabara Branch” even has gachas!

The Figure Shop Ganking Akihabara Branch not only has Dragon Ball Figures, but it even has gachas! The compact and reasonably-priced gachas are the perfect gift for you to take home. Apparently, there’s a secret 〇〇 character among the gachas!

This is the perfect place to experience Japan’s gachas!

Figure Shop Ganking Akihabara Branch

Gaze at the mountain of prize figures at Surugaya Akihabara Station Front Shop

The Akihabara Station Front Branch of Surugaya sells many prizes that can only be captured through the prize-claw games. This is the only place that sells Dragon Ball Prize Figures form each generation. It even has a stash of rare cards from Dragon Ball Heroes. Don’t miss out!

Surugaya Akihabara Station Front Shop

“Huh, is this Vegeta?” Nope! Look closely! It’s his brother Tarble! You will surely encounter such a scene in Akihabara. The characters and shapes of the Super Saiyans are different in Dragon Ball Z, GT, Kai, and Super series. It’s fun looking at the figures from each series. 

Japan has many hardcore Dragon Ball fans that have been into the series from it’s first release. If you want to visit Akihabara, why not do it with a knowledgeable local superfan?

“TriPal” allows you to match with Japanese people who share similar interests and want to make sure you enjoy your visit!  Enjoy navigating the shops and back alleys with confidence, while talking with a seasoned local about your favorite Dragon Ball story arches and characters! 

For more information about Tripal, visit this website!

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