For overseas travelers – guided by a player with over 20 years of experience
This article is written for Yu-Gi-Oh! fans visiting Japan from overseas, introducing card shops in Akihabara.
I play Yu-Gi-Oh! and regularly buy cards in Akihabara.
I’ve been coming here since I was 15, so that’s over 20 years.
I’ve also been using a Dark Magician deck since elementary school, so it’s a deck I know inside out.
Lately, I often see overseas travelers who don’t speak Japanese struggling in front of card shops:
• Not knowing which store to go to
• Too many shops to choose from
• Feeling unsure about communicating in Japanese
I want such visitors to experience the same deep Yu-Gi-Oh! experience that I enjoy.
That’s why I wrote this article.
Akihabara is the best place to buy Yu-Gi-Oh! cards in Tokyo
Having lived in Tokyo for over 15 years, I can confidently say that Akihabara is the best place to buy Yu-Gi-Oh! cards:
• There’s a huge number of shops
• A wide stock of single cards
• Shops are clearly divided into player-focused and collector-focused
Of course, people visit card shops for different reasons:
• To get cards that are only available in Japan
• To complete missing pieces for a deck
• To find early Yu-Gi-Oh! cards
• To duel at Japanese duel spaces
In this article, I’ll introduce my favorite shops based on these purposes.
Recommended visiting hours
Timing matters when visiting Akihabara card shops.
I personally recommend going around lunchtime:
• Many shops open at 10:00 on weekends
• Many shops open at 13:00 on weekdays
Some shops are still closed in the morning.
Recommended Yu-Gi-Oh! card shops in Akihabara
Radio Kaikan (ラジオ会館)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16
This iconic building is like a sacred place for TCG players.
Each floor has different card shops, and overall, most are player-oriented.
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2F
Hobby Station Akihabara Ekimae (ホビーステーション 秋葉原駅前店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 秋葉原ラジオ会館 2F
Player-oriented shop.
The storage section is well-stocked, making it fun to hunt for treasures.
Aisles between showcases are wide, allowing you to browse cards at your own pace.
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6F
Yellow Submarine Akihabara Main Store ★Mint (イエローサブマリン秋葉原本店★ミント)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 秋葉原ラジオ会館 6F
Player-oriented shop.
Features a large selection of early Yu-Gi-Oh! cards.
Supplies are also well-stocked.
There is a small duel space.
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7F
Furuichi TCG Park AKIBA Radio Kaikan (ふるいちトレカパーク AKIBAラジ館店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 秋葉原ラジオ会館 7F
Player-oriented shop.
Cards are organized by theme, making them easy to find.
Aisles are narrow, so browsing slowly is difficult.
There is a duel space, but it’s usually crowded.
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9F
Fullcomp Akihabara Radio Kaikan (フルコンプ 秋葉原ラジオ会館店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 秋葉原ラジオ会館 9F
Player-oriented shop.
Stock includes the latest cards and general-use cards.
Aisles between showcases are narrow, making shopping slightly challenging.
Card Labo Akihabara Radio Kaikan Main Store (カードラボ 秋葉原ラジオ会館本店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 秋葉原ラジオ会館 9F
Player-oriented shop.
Its biggest feature is a very large, clean duel space.
It is also a Konami-certified satellite shop.
Dueling here while feeling the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! is a special experience.
BIG MAGIC Akihabara (BIG MAGIC 秋葉原店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−15−16 秋葉原ラジオ会館 9F
Collector-oriented shop.
Compared to the past, fewer early cards are available, but there are still treasures to find.
Prices are relatively reasonable.
Shops Around Radio Kaikan
Clove Base Akihabara (Clove Base 秋葉原)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kanda Sakumacho, 1 Chome−13 チョムチョム秋葉原 6F
Collector-oriented shop.
Early cards are available.
Many cards are in good condition.
Special-priced items often have hidden treasures.
MEETS Akihabara (MEETS 秋葉原店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−3−9 増田ビル 2F
Collector-oriented shop.
Abundant in early promo cards and PSA-graded items.
Staff have deep knowledge, so you can ask questions while shopping.
VALUABLE CARD TOKYO (VALUABLE CARD TOKYO)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−8−11 アキバスターⅡ 日宝 2~4F
Collector-oriented shop.
Large stock of early high-rarity cards.
Possibly one of the best in Japan.
Adopts a trade system; cards over 500,000 yen can be exchanged with your collection.
Fukufuku TCG Akihabara (福福トレカ秋葉原店)
Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−9−8 2-4F
Collector-oriented shop.
Mainly early high-value cards.
Abundant stock allows choosing by card condition.
Prices are relatively high.
Bee Honpo Akihabara (Bee本舗 秋葉原店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 3 Chome−3−5 6F
Player-oriented shop.
Large duel space, good for dueling.
Collector items sometimes arrive in large batches.
The store has a restroom, which is convenient.
Card Shop Spiral (カードショップすぱいらる)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 3 Chome−5−14 関根ビル 3F
Player-oriented shop.
Special-priced and storage corner cards are very cheap.
High-value cards often cash-only, so be careful.
I almost always visit this shop when I come to Akihabara.
Tradeia Akihabara (トレーディア 秋葉原本店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 3 Chome−15−5 MNビル 4階
Player-oriented shop.
Special-priced corner cards are affordable and well-stocked.
Not quite as cheap as Spiral, but easy to find desired cards at reasonable prices.
Amenity Dream Akihabara (アメニティドリーム秋葉原店)
Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−11−6 小暮ビル 5–7F
Player-oriented shop.
New release prices are far cheaper than other shops.
Always check during new release periods.
Service level is relatively low.
Guide Service (for overseas travelers)
Akihabara can be overwhelming for first-time visitors:
• Too many shops to navigate
• Unsure about rules or prices in Japanese
• Some shops are cash-only
If needed, I can act as a guide and interpreter.
Guide flow:
• Meet at Akihabara Station
• Visit stores together and support card purchases
• Explain store features and tips
You can also duel with my Dark Magician deck, which I’ve used since elementary school.
Experiencing Yu-Gi-Oh! duels in Akihabara is sure to be a special memory.
Duel time is not included in the guide fee.
Fee:
• Minimum 2 hours
• 5,000 yen per hour
• Cash only
How to apply:
Send me a DM on Instagram
Info to include in the DM:
• Desired date (ideally 1st and 2nd choice)
• Desired guide time (2 hours or more)
• Number of people
• Cards or goals you are looking for
(e.g., see early cards, gather deck parts cheaply, collect for personal collection, etc.)
To feel more comfortable, you can also check my Vlog.
It focuses on daily life, thoughts, and lifestyle, giving you an idea of who I am before meeting.
Sayonara
