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Mandarake Akihabara Complex

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Mandarake Akihabara Complex is a famous store in Tokyo that sells anime, manga, and rare collectibles. It has eight floors, each packed with second-hand and vintage items that attract fans from around the world. 

The store is known for its wide selection of manga, action figures, model kits, cosplay costumes, and animation cels. Many of these items are hard to find, making it a popular spot for collectors.

Mandarake started as a second-hand manga shop in 1987 and has since expanded across Japan. The Akihabara location is special because of its massive variety and nostalgic atmosphere. Some products are affordable, while others are rare and expensive.


Hours
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Phone
+81 3-3252-7007
Website
www.mandarake.co.jp


The area

Address
3-chōme-11-12 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021, Japan

A city street with people walking, trees lining the sidewalk, and a dark building with a large vertical Japanese sign and bright shop windows on a rainy day.

Hours

Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Phone

+81 3-3252-7007

Website

www.mandarake.co.jp

What other travelers are saying about Mandarake Akihabara Complex

Superb selection and service! Lots of rare art books and materials for good prices. The model kit section was very cool too! I had a great time here with a friend, and recommend it highly to anyone interested in Gundam or anime.
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Maxwell Hillier
Dec 22, 2025
GREAT for fans of popular IPs. I'm a Dragonball fan, so seeing original run JUMP magazines of the Goku vs Tenshinhan fight made me SUPER happy. I picked up a copy of the Diazenshyuu, an animation guide, and my Uncle found some awesome things for himself. There's two complexes, this one focusses more on the manga side of things, with the top floors being 18+ (It is Japan, I was silly not to expect this 🫩) Friendly and helpful staff, an interesting atmosphere, and LOTS of awesome stuff that would be a hard find in the US or elsewhere.
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Jack Washburn
Jan 6, 2026
Incredible collection of various degrees of tat or treasures. Multiple levels and two buildings. Lifts are slow, and stairs potentially exhausting (about 8 floors on each building). Staff were helpful in finding the right floor/building for the item I was after. When I eventually found my treasure, the floor assistant was extremely helpful in testing/checking the piece. Each floor is effectively unique, and items must be bought and paid for on the floor they are found. It can be quite tight manoeuvring around the shelves and cases, especially when busy. Best advice is to have an idea what you are looking for, check the floor menu, if not clear "ask", and then browse on the way out... or just run with your old treasure. Staff I spoke to all spoke English to a good level. A better floor plan and description of the type of items stocked would be useful. And potentially avoid having to ask the first question, "where do I go for..."
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Gavin Lamb
Feb 17, 2026
Amazing service! Despite the warnings about shipping delays from Japan, the order was delivered to Spain in only 5 days via EMS. The figure was well-protected and arrived in perfect condition. Highly recommended store!
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Eduardo B.
Jan 20, 2026
Great store full of amazing figures at amazing prices. went there and picked up a mafex no.188 batman and a revoltech mk6 iron man for a total of ¥9900!
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Pietro dos santos (smart fella)
Sep 9, 2025

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Nearby attractions to see

A river lined with cherry blossom trees in full bloom, their pink flowers arching overhead and reflecting in the water below. Festive lanterns illuminate the scene, casting a warm glow on the surroundings.

Meguro River

Cherry blossom trees in full bloom arch over a canal, with sunlight filtering through the pink flowers. The canal is lined with stone walls and lantern decorations, creating a vibrant and tranquil spring scene.

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A person in a floral kimono walks down a tree-lined path covered with yellow autumn leaves, surrounded by tall trees with golden foliage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Visitors can find old and new manga, anime DVDs, action figures, model kits, cosplay costumes, doujinshi (fan-made comics), animation cels, trading cards, and rare collectibles. Some items are highly valuable and sought after by collectors.

Yes, it is one of the best places in Japan for collectors. The store offers hard-to-find, out-of-print, and limited-edition items, including rare manga and vintage anime merchandise.

Prices vary widely. Some common second-hand manga and figures are affordable, but rare and vintage items can be very expensive. Limited-edition collectibles and signed merchandise often cost more.