こんにちは!!
Japan or Nihon (日本) which I like to call it is one of the most exiting countries on earth to visit! The country has a long and amazing history, fascinating culture and architecture and breathtaking natural scenery such as the famed Mount Fuji and Cherry Blossoms. The people are friendly, polite and respectful and are always willing to help out. However, if you are travelling to Japan, it is best to know a bit of Japanese as most people do not speak English.
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| Asakusa Kannon Temple in Tokyo |
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| Bullet Train passing Mount Fuji |
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| Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo |
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| Tokyo Skyline with Mount Fuji |
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| Tokyo Skyline with Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower |
I have always been fascinated and interested with the Japanese culture and their way of life in particular, the Japanese popular culture – anime, manga and video games. Whilst there are many places to visit in Japan that I have found amazing, in this blog post I am primarily going to be focussing on my #1 location that I have found amazing in Tokyo, Japan’s capital and largest city. This place is none other than Akihabara, located in central Tokyo!
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| Akihabara, Tokyo |
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| Akihabara, Tokyo |
ARE YOU A DIEHARD ANIME, MANGA, OR VIDEO GAME FAN? Then you must visit Akihabara! It is the place I would definitely recommend out of all of the places in Tokyo for those who love anime, manga, and video games. I have to admit; I myself am an Otaku and have found it amazing, so anyone who is a fan I believe would definitely have a great time shopping for anime goods in this district! It also attracts many people cosplaying their favourite anime, manga and video game characters! You may even see your favourite character that is being cosplayed! So a definite must visit if you would love to see costumes! Where else in the world will you be able to see people cosplaying on the streets?
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| Merchandise |
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| Maid Cosplayer handing fliers on the streets of Akihabara |
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| American Actress Kirsten Dunst Cosplaying on the Streets of Akihabara |
Otaku attractions I would recommend in this district would be the maid cafe. Maid cafes are themed cosplay restaurants where waitresses not only serve food such as tea and cakes, but they engage in conversation and games with their customers with the same respect as if they were serving a master of a house. Wouldn’t it be nice to experience what it feels like to be the master of the house?
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| Maid Cafe in Akihabara, Tokyo |
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| More Maid Cafes in Akihabara |
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| More Maid Cafes in Akihabara |
It is not only about anime, manga and video games though! The district is widely known for its electronic shops hence it is called the ‘electric town’ as it is the world’s largest electronic goods district. You can buy products ranging from robot pets and toys, gadgets, portable music and many more!
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| Electronic goods in an Akihabara Store |
So come to Tokyo, Japan and visit the Akihabara district! I guarantee you would definitely have a great time having a look at goods if you are an manga, anime and video game fan! If you are not, just come along and have a look! There is a bit of everything for everyone!
Happy travels and keep travelling the world!
~Stephen T~
~Stephen T~
