9 Must-Visit Anime & Manga Attractions Tokyo 2021
Many tourists who visit Tokyo every year go to Japan due to the anime and manga attractions that are available there. If you are someone who loves anime and manga then Japan, especially Tokyo, is the perfect place for you to visit. Whether you are planning to visit Tokyo, live in Tokyo or are studying abroad here, there is a high chance that you are wanting to partake in as many anime and manga activities as possible during your time in Tokyo. There are tons of anime and manga attractions in Tokyo from anime merchandise shopping, anime theme parks, anime real life locations, anime conventions and many more! In this article we will be introducing you to 9 anime and manga attractions in Tokyo 2021/2022 that you MUST VISIT if you are an anime and manga lover who is in, or planning to visit, Tokyo!
1. Anime Merchandise & Manga Shops
Tokyo is absolutely full of anime merchandise and manga shops which are definitely some must-visit anime and manga attractions in Tokyo! The most popular anime merchandise and manga stores in Tokyo include: Animate, Mandarake and B-Point. All three of these stores sell both amazing anime merchandise and manga, all for a reasonable price. In terms of manga, if you go to one of the store’s larger locations, such as Shibuya or Akihabara, you will definitely be able to buy English manga! All anime merchandise and manga stores in Japan sell a wide range of merchandise and manga, so if you’re looking for merchandise from an anime that is not well-known you will probably be able to find it at the anime merchandise stores in Japan. If you’re an anime and manga lover in Tokyo, you HAVE to visit Tokyo’s anime merchandise and manga stores.
Anime merchandise & manga shop recommendations
1. Animate, Shibuya
Address: 3F, Shibuya BEAM 31-2, Udagawacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0042
2. Mandarake, Nakano Broadway
Address: 2F, 5 Chome-52-15 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001
3. K-Books, Akihabara
Address: 3F Akihabara Radiokaikan, 1 Chome−15−16, Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021
Access
All locations can be accessed via train.
Shibuya Station: JR Yamanote Line, Keio Inokashira Line
Nakano Station: JR Chuo Line
Akihabara Station: JR Chuo-Sobu Line
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2. Akihabara
If you’re an anime and manga lover looking for anime attractions in Tokyo, then you probably already know about Akihabara, also known as Akiba and how amazing it is! Akihabara is a hub of all things Otaku in Tokyo. The town is full of maid cafes, anime merchandise shops, arcades and much more! On top of this, there are tons of anime & manga attractions to do within Akihabara itself. Some things you can do in Akihabara is buy anime merchandise, buy cosplay items, visit Akihabara’s real life anime locations and win anime merchandise at the arcades. Akihabara is a must visit anime attraction in Tokyo for all anime and manga fans!!
Things To Do in Akihabara
1. Go anime merchandise shopping
Check out Akihabara’s amazing anime and manga merchandise shops dotted throughout the city. Most are located in department stores.
2. Visit Akihabara’s real life anime locations
Akihabara is home to many real life anime locations! For more information, check out our article HERE!
3. Visit Akihabara’s arcades
There are tons of Arcades in Akihabara, with some of the best being the SEGA buildings. In these arcades there are many prize machines where you can win amazing anime merchandise!
Access
Akihabara can easily be accessed from Shinjuku Station by taking the Chuo-Sobu Line.
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3. Studio Ghibli Museum
The Studio Ghibli is an extremely popular location to visit for anime and manga lovers in Tokyo. The museum is dedicated to the work of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli by giving deeper insight into how the Studio Ghibli films were made and written. The grounds and museum itself is absolutely beautiful and has some amazing photo spots there. The museum also has a Studio Ghibli themed cafe where you can eat amazing Studio Ghibli themed food!! On top of this, you can also buy amazing Studio Ghibli merchandise at the museum and you will even receive a film clipping of a Studio Ghibli film as your entrance ticket.
Things To Do in the Studio Ghibli Museum
1. Take pictures in the museum’s garden
Unfortunately you cannot take pictures inside the museum, however there are plenty of photo spots for amazing pictures in the museum’s gardens.
2. Visit the Studio Ghibli museum’s cafe
‘Straw Hat Cafe’ is the museum’s Ghibli themed cafe that sells some amazing food and drink items.
3. Buy Studio Ghibli merchandise
The museum sells amazing Studio Ghibli merchandise. Although it’s a bit on the pricey side, it is very high quality and it is nice to buy something to remember your time at the museum.
Access
The Studio Ghibli museum can be accessed via bus or train.
Train: Take the Keio Inokashira Line or JR Chuo Line to Kichijoji Station.
Bus: Take the Studio Ghibli special bus from Mitaka Station. Check not he official website for more information.
Address: 1 Chome-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013
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4. Tokyo Character Street
Tokyo Character Street is located below Tokyo Station and is part of the shopping area there. The official name of Tokyo Character Street is ‘Tokyo Station’s First Avenue’. The reason that it started to be called ‘Tokyo Character Street was due to the fact that all the shops there are anime, manga and character themed! All the shops sell amazing anime and character merchandise and there are even anime events happening there all the time. The most recent being the Haikyuu Summer Event that is pictured above! If you’re an anime and manga lover who is looking for character goods in Tokyo, then Tokyo Character Street is a must-visit anime attraction for you!
Things To Do in Tokyo Character Street
1. Buy amazing anime merchandise
Look around all the shops and buy amazing character and anime merchandise. Some shops include: PuriCure Shop, JUMP Shop, Studio Ghibli Store, Pokemon Store and many more!!
2. Enjoy the anime events held there
Tokyo Character Street is constantly collaborating with various anime to make amazing events there! Check out there official website for more information HERE!
Access
Due to Tokyo Character Street being located in Tokyo Station, it is very easy to access.
Simply take one of the JR Lines or Subway Lines to Tokyo Station.
Address: 100-0005 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Marunouchi, 1 Chome−9−1 東京駅一番街 B1
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5. Real Life Anime Locations
Tokyo is full of real life locations that have been featured in various anime! These real life anime locations have become famous tourist locations for all anime and manga lovers. Above are two examples of famous real life anime locations, the first are the steps that featured at the end of Kimi No Na Wa and the second is Radio Kaikan that features in Steins;Gate. These real life anime locations are great to include into your exploration of Tokyo and allow you to take amazing photos that make it look like you are in the anime! Real life anime locations are must-visit anime and manga attractions in Tokyo.
Real Life Anime Locations To Visit in Tokyo
1. Kimi No Na Wa (Your Name) Steps
These steps are located in Yotsuya and featured towards the end of the movie.
Address: ５−番地６ Sugacho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0018
2. Steins;Gate Radio Kaikan
Radio Kaikan is located in Akihabara and featured in Steins;Gate as the building that the time machine crashed into.
Address: 1 Chome-15-16 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021
3. Tenki No Ko (Weathering With You) Shrine
Koenji Hikawa Shrine featured in Tenki No Ko and is famous for being a weather shrine.
Address: 4 Chome-44-19 Koenjiminami, Suginami City, Tokyo 166-0003
Access
Kimi No Na Wa Steps: Take the JR Chuo Line to Yotsuya Station.
Steins;Gate Radio Kaikan: Take the JR Chuo-Sobu Line to Akihabara Station.
Tenki No Ko Shrine: Take the JR Chuo-Sobu Line yo Koenji Station.
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6. Toei Animation Museum
The Toei Animation Museum is a museum dedicated to anime that has been animated by Toei Animation Studio, some of these anime include PreCure, Dragon Ball, One piece and Expelled From Paradise. The museum is full of anime displays, in-depth information on how the anime was made and also history surrounding the studio. The museum is a fun day out for all anime and manga lovers, especially if you love the anime from Toei Animation Studio. This is a great place to find out in more depth how anime is created from manga and all the work that goes into producing an anime. If you are a Toei Animation Studio Anime fan, this museum is a must-visit anime attraction in Tokyo.
Things To Do in Toei Animation Studio
1. Take photos in the photo spots
There are many photo displays throughout the museum, such as the amazing PreCure display at the start of the museum.
2. Learn about the history about anime and the studio
The museum explains about the history of the animation studio and also the animation process itself.
Access
Take the 01 bus from Shakujii-kōen Station Bus Stop to Higashi Oizumi 2 Chome Bus Stop.
Address: 2 Chome-10-5 Higashioizumi, Nerima City, Tokyo 178-0063
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7. Pokemon Cafe and Pokemon Center
The Pokemon Cafe and Pokemon Centers in Tokyo are two very popular places for anime and manga lovers to visit. The Pokemon Centers sell amazing Pokemon merchandise and various Pokemon goodies whilst the Pokemon Cafe sells delicious Pokemon themed foods and drinks. The Pokemon Cafe is fairly new and opened at the end of 2018. There are multiple Pokemon Centers throughout Tokyo with the largest being located in Ikebukuro. If you’re an anime and manga lover, especially a Pokemon lover this is an attraction in Tokyo that you must visit!
Pokemon Things To Do in Tokyo
1. Visit the Pokemon Cafe in Nihonbashi
The Pokemon Cafe sells a full menu of Pokemon themed foods and drinks.
Address: 2 Chome−11−2, Nihonbashi, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0027
2. Visit The Pokemon Center MEGA Tokyo
The Pokemon Center MEGA Tokyo is the largest Pokemon Center in Tokyo and very worth visiting.
Address: 2F Sunshine City, 3 Chome−1−2, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-6002
Access
Pokemon Cafe: Take the Ginza Line to Nihonbashi Station.
Pokemon Center MEGA Tokyo: Take the Yamanote Line to Ikebukuro Station.
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8. Sailor Moon Cafe SHINING MOON
Shining Moon Tokyo is a permanent Sailor Moon themed cafe and restaurant located in Azabu-Juban. This cafe offers a full menu of Sailor Moon themed food and drink, on top of this there is a full Sailor Moon show that is performed daily on the stage located in the restaurant. The Sailor Moon Show has been created from the very popular Sailor Moon anime. The Sailor Moon cafe also sells a full range of Sailor Moon merchandise. If you are a Sailor Moon fan and are looking for anime attractions in Tokyo, this is somewhere you must visit.
Things To Do in The Sailor Moon Cafe
1. Eat amazing Sailor Moon themed food
The Sailor Moon Cafe offers a full menu of Sailor Moon themed food and drink.
2. Watch the Sailor Moon themed show
The Sailor Moon Cafe puts on daily shows that have been based off of the Sailor Moon anime.
Access
Take the Oedo Line to Azabu-Juban Station.
Address: 1 Chome−10 Azabujuban, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0045
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9. Nakano Broadway
Nakano Broadway is a hub of all things otaku in Tokyo, this is the perfect place in Tokyo for all anime and manga lovers. Nakano Broadway is a shopping center that is full of anime merchandise shops, manga stores and anime collectible stores. On top of this there are also many cafes and food stalls in the shopping center selfing kawaii snacks. Nakano Broadway is also decorated with amazing anime themed decorations and photo spots. If you’re looking for rare anime collectibles, manga or other anime merchandise, this is the perfect anime attraction to visit!
Things To Do in Nakano Broadway
1. Buy anime merchandise in Mandarake
Mandarake is an amazing anime merchandise and manga store that is famous for its super instagrammable entrance decorated with red shrine gates
2. Find vintage collectables from the independent shops
There are many independent shops that sell rare, vintage anime merchandise collectibles in Nakano Broadway that are worth checking out.
Access
Take the JR Chuo Line to Nakano Station.
Address: 5 Chome-52 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001
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