What is Aisan Denki, the symbol of Akihabara? What is the qualification exam parts set?

Akihabara is home to businesses and stores that have been operating in the community for longer than you might imagine.
Even though the cityscape is changing, it's heartwarming to see stores that remain open for business, isn't it?

So this time, I would like to introduce Aisan Denki, one of Akihabara's landmarks.
We will also introduce the original "Test Components Set" sold by Aisan Denki.

Founded 75 years ago, what is Aisan Electric?

Aisan Denki will celebrate its 76th anniversary in 2023, and with a store located at the central intersection of Akihabara, it is no exaggeration to say that it is the "face of Akihabara."
You've probably seen the red sign with white letters saying "AISAN" or "Aisan Electric" on TV or elsewhere.
We mainly deal in electrical wires, wiring components, and optical communication related products, but recently we have also started selling original goods aimed at tourists.

Many people visit the store looking for a "typical Akihabara store," and it appears that many customers are outside of the target customer base.
It's no exaggeration to say that Aisan Denki is one of Akihabara's most representative stores, but what kind of products does it sell?

What are the main products of Aisan Denki in Akihabara?

Aisan Electric handles a variety of electrical construction and network equipment and wiring materials. Popular items include communication-related materials such as optical fiber, LAN cables, and power wires and wiring materials.


The store's customers are diverse, ranging from individuals to people working in data centers and offices, and even university and research institutions.
Aisan Denki has a large inventory, making it the perfect store for those who need parts right away.

Introducing the main products sold at Aisan Denki in Akihabara

Each floor carries different products, but the main focus is on electrical wires, wiring components, and optical products.
Here we will introduce the products available on each floor.

Aisan Electric 1st floor

This is the entrance and main floor of Aisan Denki.
The products sold include LAN cables and related products.
There are many different types of LAN cables available, so you can choose the length and color depending on how you intend to use it.

They have a wide selection of jack plugs, and of course they also sell crimping tools and testers.

A variety of people come to the store looking for LAN cables, from those who need them for in-house wiring to those who come to make LAN cables as part of their summer vacation craft projects.

In addition, study materials and materials for the electrician's exam are also sold on the first floor.
I will introduce this in more detail later.

Aisan Electric 2st floor

The second floor of Aisan Electric is a sales floor for network-related equipment and optical communication-related products, including optical cables.

We stock a full range of network-related products, including fiber optic cables, in-home optical fiber wiring cords, switching hubs, and routers.
Apparently, the number of customers visiting the store increases as people start their new lives, which makes me feel like internet-related products have become completely widespread.

Additionally, sets of teaching materials and parts are sold on this floor as well.
Perhaps due to the influence of the network society, a new qualification for Information Wiring Trial Technician has been established.
They also sell study materials for obtaining the qualification and parts for practical training, so if you're interested, be sure to check them out.

Aisan Electric Basement 1st Floor

The basement floor is for wiring materials, tools, etc.

We stock a wide range of electrical parts and tools, including tap parts and switch-related parts.


They also have a wide selection of cable ties, which are currently a hot topic, so if you have a favorite band, it's a must to go to Aisan Denki.

By the way, we also guide customers to the cable tie sales floor on the first floor.
People in Akihabara are very sensitive to trends!

What is Aisan Denki's original test parts set?

Aisan Denki sells sets of study materials and parts that will help you obtain electrical qualifications, including electrician qualifications, and these are some of the most popular products at Aisan Denki.

Since many people are taking the Type 2 electrician exam for the first time, we sell a materials set that includes electrical wires and tools, while Type 1 is often taken by people who have passed the Type 2 exam, so we sell a separate equipment set and parts set.
Sales increase one month before the practical exam, and some people often come to buy the book the week after taking the written exam.
First of all, if you are purchasing this set for the first time, it is recommended that you choose the "Proficiency Test Set DK-28."

The included VVF stripper (P-958) allows you to strip the insulation and bend the cable in a square shape without having to change hands, saving time. You can also save even more time by using the pass gauge (P-925) in conjunction with the stripper.
Since the exam has a set time limit, it would be advantageous if you could shorten the time.

As such, Aisan Denki sells sets of parts and tools that can be used to practice in order to obtain an electrician's license, so we recommend that anyone taking the exam check them out.

Aisan Denki, a long-established store that continues to operate while adapting to the changing Akihabara

This time we introduced Aisan Denki, a landmark of Akihabara.
In addition to network equipment and electrical parts and tools, our flagship store also handles parts and tool sets for qualification exams, and despite its specialization, it is visited by many customers.
Recently, the store has become famous for selling Aisan Denki original goods and for installing a vending machine in the basement of UDX where tools and parts can be purchased 24 hours a day.


It is a place that can be enjoyed as a tourist spot as well as a typical Akihabara shop, so if you are in the area, why not take a look inside?