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Nakano Broadway (中野ブロードウェイ)

Anime heaven on Earth
Budget
Opening Hours Vary from shop to shop (most shops close at 8pm)

Nakano Broadway looks like a typical Japanese shopping plaza found in most cities. However, with its location outside of the tourist hustle, it’s frequented more by local manga and anime fans who are looking for anime items and idol goods at a much cheaper price.

Transport 5 minutes from Nakano Station on the JR Chuo Line
 +81 3 3388 7004
 5-52-15 Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo 164-0001
東京都中野区中野5−52−15

1. Entering Nakano Broadway, a retro-style mall, is like stepping through a fan-fuelled time machine back to the 1980s.

2. From posters and pillows to dolls and fans, you will find all sorts of merchandise bearing the images of your favourite characters.

3. Many stores don’t just sell collectables, but are also willing to buy your collections, too, making them a grand trading hub for souvenirs.

4. Try your luck at catching a toy from these cute machines! You’ll be surprised at how popular the games are among all ages!

5. The store windows are like miniature museums, and it’s easy to spend hours just window shopping throughout the mall.