Shops in Akihabara where you can buy arcade game consoles [Retro Games]

Arcade game fans will never die.
Unlike modern games, there are no tutorials, the graphics are not beautiful, and there is no luxurious background music, but arcade games still have a large number of fans.

People who love arcade games often set up arcade-like equipment in their homes.
Circuit board + control boxis just the beginning,Install the enclosureThere are even some tough guys out there.

A favorite among arcade gamers,Stores where you can purchase arcade game boardsI have visited these places and would like to introduce them to you.

Even beginners can feel at ease. A shop that even teaches you how to play

G-Front with an underground atmosphere

It looks like a room in an apartment building, but it is actually a store that operates.
The sign says there are staff members on hand,Please call before you comeIt's better to.

G-Front has everything from KOF to SongSong.Regardless of major or minorThere are a variety of titles available.
It's fun to search for the circuit board like you're on a treasure hunt, but if you tell the staff the title you want to play they will help you find it, so if you want to find the circuit board quickly, don't hesitate to ask.
G-Front also repairs circuit boards, so if the game board you want to play breaks down, be sure to contact them.

Store: G-Front
Address: Room 502, New Suehiro Building, 5-1-3 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5807-1685
Hours: 9: 00 ~ 21: 00

BEEP Akihabara: Everything you need for retro games

Located in the basement, marked by a DEEP sign that exudes a retro feel, is BEEP, a store specializing in retro games.

At BEEP, we don't just make arcade boards, we also make cabinets,PC88,PC98They even carry retro PCs like these, and there are plenty of gaming-related items that were on the market in the 80s and 90s.
In addition, Rainy Day ServiceAlso, be sure to keep an eye on the weather forecast if you want to find some bargains.

Store: BEEP Akihabara
Address: 1st basement floor, Nakaei Building, 3-9-8 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-6206-9116
Business hours: 11:00-20:00 Closed on Wednesdays

Mac Japan is your go-to for arcade-related items

Arcade controller partsMac Japan, which helped us out with this, also sells the circuit boards.
Articles on modifying arcade controllers can be found here ↓

Easy arcade controller modification! Even beginners can do it by looking at this! [Button replacement]

At Mac JapanEvery TuesdayArcade board stock information is updated daily, but if you want real-time stock information, it's best to contact the store or visit them in person.

They only stock items in good condition, so if you're looking for widely distributed circuit boards and software, including parts, Mac Japan is the place to go.

Store: Mac Japan
Address: Kobayashi Building 6F, 4-7-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
営業時間：月～金11:00～19:00　土10:00～20:00　日10:00～18:00
Telephone number: 03-3255-0737

KVC lab. is a new store that opened in 2018.

In 2018, a new arcade game specialty store opened in Radio Department Store.
The store manager loves arcade games too muchIt's a typical store that was opened impulsively by someone with a hobby that grew out of nothing.

Items required to play arcade games includeControl box'There is something called.
The manager here isI want many people to play arcade games.With this in mind, we are experimenting with various methods to provide control boxes at low prices.

much moreUser friendlyIt is a friendly store, so even beginners can visit with confidence.

Store: KVC lab.
Address: Tokyo Radio Department Store 1F, 1-10-11 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 090-6349-4000
Business hours: 11:00~19:00 Closed Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Arcade boards are all about Tri

Tri AmusementSpeaking of which, it was an extremely famous company, known to everyone in Akihabara's arcade game industry.
They managed game centers and even bought and sold circuit boards, but in 2012, the circuit board sales company Try moved to a new store, and in 2016 they closed their brick-and-mortar store.Mail order onlyIt has become.

If you contact them in advance, they will also pick up or buy your items in-store, so if you don't want to deal with mail, just contact them in advance and then head to the store.

Store: Try
Address: 2F Isamiya 3rd Building, 3-10-5 Sotokanda, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5295-0667
Business hours: 11:00-19:00 Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays

The benefits that can only be experienced with arcade boards and the "board" and "board" issues

Many arcade games have been ported to home consoles, but there are still many people who choose to purchase the consoles themselves.
There are people who are not satisfied with the quality of the port, people who enjoy the hassle of getting the game to work on mobile devices, people who want to play in the same environment as back then, and people whose only option is the board because it has not been ported in the first place.
There are various reasons, but the common thread isI like arcade games'This is the part that says.

Because they love it, no matter how troublesome or how much work it requires, arcade gamers will not stop playing on the board.

And finally, there is one thing I want to say.

✕Arcade platform
◯Arcade board

"Arcade base store', so there is no problem, but I would like you to remember this opportunity.

If you're interested in retro games:

Find retro games in Akihabara! [PlayStation, Famicom, Super Famicom]

Looking for arcade controller parts?

Modify your arcade controller in Akihabara! There are plenty of button and stick parts shops