2019.02.13 2024.11.12

A store in Akihabara with a gaming corner specializing in e-Sports

Akihabara BC

If it was a former electronics retailer
・The game corner is mainly Nintendo
・Gaming devices are quietly displayed in the PC peripherals section
This was the mainstream view.
It is widely known in the world ase-Sports' has started to receive a lot of attention, and recently retailers have been making an effort to create sales areas for gaming devices.

So this time, I've researched shops that have gaming corners specializing in e-sports, and I'd like to introduce them to you.

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3 gaming corners specializing in e-Sports
In addition to electronics and PC specialty stores, a gaming corner has also appeared
- A special corner will also be available at e-earphone
This is becoming a welcome trend for users

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3 gaming corners specializing in e-Sports

Yodobashi Camera 2F Gaming Corner

First of all, let me introduceYodobashi Camera AkibaIt is.

Two or three years ago, the gaming corner was a quiet part of the PC section, but a specialized section has been established there for some time now.

Almost all popular items are covered, and the selection is good.
However,There are few gaming PCs availableSo it would be a good idea to use it in conjunction with other stores.

First up is the gaming monitor section, which has the largest selection.
In addition to this, there is also a corner for PC monitors.

Razer and HyperX corner.

It's something that people who don't play games won't pick up.Gaming RouterThere is also.

Now it is so large that it is impossible to capture it even in a long shot.

In 2021, Yodobashi Camera is putting even more effort into gaming devices.
Previously, devices were sorted by manufacturer, but now they are separated by type, such as mice and keyboards, and you can actually feel and check the feel of each device.

In addition, the number of products for streamers is increasing, and you can also choose from product sets selected by Yodobashi.

Store: Yodobashi Akiba
Address: 1-1 Kanda Hanaokacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0028
Phone number: 03-5209-1010
Hours: 9: 30 ~ 22: 00

The largest selection at Bic Camera Akihabara!

Next we headed toBic cameraThis is the gaming corner.

Bic Camera has been selling gaming PCs and devices for a while now, but recently,The size of the gaming corner is expanding.

Among the stores in Akihabara, Bic Camera seems to be particularly focused on e-Sports and gaming devices.
They carry a wide variety of products from various manufacturers, including some rare items.
*Large gaming monitors over 40 inches

The biggest feature of this place is the spaciousness of the gaming corner.
They boast a considerable selection of products.

A row of headsets.
They carry products that can be used not only on PC, but also on PS4 and XBOX.

In 2021, the gaming device corner will move to the second floor.
The corner area is now larger than before, allowing you to leisurely browse gaming-related products.
They carry a wide variety of products from various manufacturers, with a focus on Logitech gaming devices.

In addition, the selection of gaming monitors and gaming PCs has increased, which shows how much effort they are putting into the product.

Store: Bic Camera AKIBA
Address: 4-1-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Phone number: 03-6260-8111
Hours: 10: 00 ~ 21: 00

Sofmap's gaming corner is mainly for gaming PCs

Sofmap, which belongs to the Bic Camera group, is conscious of creating sales areas that are different from those of Bic Camera.

If you compare the two stores, you might notice that Sofmap hasWide selection of gaming PCsIt is.

You can also actually play the game to check out how it feels to use your PC or device.

The sales floor itself is coolly designed.Gaming Space"I've come to feel that this is what it means to be a man.

Now, Sofmap Store No. 2 closed in 2021 and was merged into the Akihabara Computer and Digital Store located right next door.

The fifth floor is for gaming PCs, and the sixth floor is for gaming devices, giving the impression that the scale is a little smaller.

The majority of the brands they carry are Logitech, with a slightly smaller selection from other manufacturers.
However, they also sell good quality second-hand gaming devices, so if that's what you're interested in, Sofmap might be a good choice.

Store:~~Sofmap Akihabara Store No. 2, PC General Building~~
address :~~Tokyo Kakuda Building, 3-13-8 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021~~
Phone:~~0077-78-9888~~
Hours:~~11:00～20:00~~

Store: Sofmap Akihabara PC and Digital Store
Address: IMY Building, 3-13-12 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Phone number: 050-3032-9888
Opening hours: 11 hours 00 minutes ~ 20 hours 00 minutes

Specializing in Razer products! TSUKUMO ex. B1 floor

The basement floor of TSUKUMO ex is a flagship store that sells only Razer products.
You can also see apparel and Razer laptops that you won't find in regular stores.
You can find products that are out of stock on online shopping sites, so Razer fans should definitely check it out.

By the way, the second floor of TSUKUMO ex. also sells gaming devices other than Razer, so it might be a good idea to check them out at the same time.

Store: TSUKUMO eX.
Address: 4-4-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Phone number: 03-5207-5599
Hours: 10: 00 ~ 20: 00

In addition to electronics and PC specialty stores, a gaming corner has also appeared

A special corner will also be available at e-earphone

I had been using it for a while now.and theA gaming corner will also be featured in the event.
Some people may wonder what this has to do with games, but there is a very close relationship between games and earphones and headphones.

Use headphones specifically designed for gaming
- It becomes easier to see the direction from which the enemy is attacking.
・It's easy to react to the calls made when the opponent attacks.
- Determine the rhythm of pressing the attack button by the sound
You can obtain more important information than just visual information, such as the above.

Gaming headphones hang all over the wall.
They range from reasonably priced to ones priced comparable to high-end headphones.

This corner is equipped with gaming PCs, allowing you to listen to music while playing games.

Store: e-Earphone Akihabara store
Address: Kanda Eight Building 4F, 4-6-7 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Phone number: 03-3256-1701
Hours: 11: 00 ~ 20: 00

This is becoming a welcome trend for users

Previously, even if a gaming device was announced,
First of all, there are no shops that sell it.
・Not available on Japanese online shopping sites
・The amount is unstable due to fluctuations in the exchange rate
This has happened many times, but thanks to the recent e-Sports boom, users are now grateful to be able to see the actual product in stores.
If the excitement continues to grow, the day will soon come when an entire floor of a mass retailer will be filled with nothing but gaming devices.
This will gradually spread, and people may be able to access gaming devices from all over the world in various regions.

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