The best anime spots in Tokyo in 2026 are Akihabara, Nakano Broadway's collector shops, the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo and Animate's flagship in Ikebukuro. The Gundam statue and Gundam Base in Odaiba, Nintendo Tokyo in Shibuya PARCO, Kanda Myojin's anime charms and the Suginami Animation Museum complete the tour.
Tokyo's anime culture spreads across several neighborhoods: Akihabara for everything, Ikebukuro for female-oriented fandom, Nakano for collectibles. Many goods are sold only in Japan, so bring extra luggage space.
The world capital of anime, manga and games.
Akihabara's streets are lined with multi-story stores of anime goods, figures, retro games and electronics, plus arcades and maid cafés.
Sundays bring a lively atmosphere.
Good to know: Explore the side streets for retro game shops.
Akihabara Station, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0028
A mall packed with collectors' shops.
Nakano Broadway is an old shopping complex whose upper floors are filled with shops selling vintage toys, manga and collectibles, including many Mandarake stores.
It is a treasure hunt.
Good to know: Go to the 2nd to 4th floors.
5-52-15 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001
Studio Ghibli's whimsical museum.
The Ghibli Museum shows original Ghibli art and an exclusive short film, with a rooftop robot soldier from Castle in the Sky.
Tickets sell out.
Good to know: Book tickets as soon as they release.
1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013
Tokyo's biggest Pokémon store.
Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo in Sunshine City is packed with exclusive goods.
It is a pilgrimage for fans.
Good to know: Go on a weekday morning.
Sunshine City Alpa 2F, 3-1-2 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013
The flagship of Japan's biggest anime store chain.
Animate's Ikebukuro flagship has many floors of anime goods, manga and event spaces, at the heart of Otome Road.
It is a center of Ikebukuro's fandom.
Good to know: Check the event floor for collaborations.
1-20-7 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013
A life-size Gundam and a Gunpla megastore.
A life-size Unicorn Gundam stands outside DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, with transformation shows; inside, The Gundam Base sells Gunpla model kits.
It is a must for mecha fans.
Good to know: Check the transformation show times.
DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, 1-1-10 Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0064
Nintendo's official store in Shibuya PARCO.
Nintendo Tokyo in Shibuya PARCO sells exclusive Mario, Zelda and Animal Crossing goods.
The same floor has a Pokémon Center and Capcom Store.
Good to know: Go on a weekday to avoid queues.
Shibuya PARCO 6F, 15-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0042
A shrine with anime collaborations near Akihabara.
Kanda Myojin, near Akihabara, often features anime collaborations on its charms and prayer plaques.
It is a popular stop for fans.
Good to know: Look for anime-themed ema prayer plaques.
2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021
A free museum about how anime is made.
The Suginami Animation Museum explains the history and process of Japanese animation with hands-on exhibits; admission is free.
Suginami is home to many anime studios.
Good to know: Try the dubbing booth.
3-29-5 Kamiogi, Suginami City, Tokyo 167-0043
Akihabara is the main one; Ikebukuro and Nakano Broadway are the other big hubs.
Yes, sold in advance for specific dates and times.
In front of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba; Gundam Base is inside on the 7th floor.
A street in Ikebukuro with shops aimed at female anime and manga fans, centered on Animate.
Nintendo Tokyo in Shibuya PARCO.