Akihabara's Top 7 Chinese Device and Parts Stores

Akihabara is famous as a "parts town" lined with stores selling electronic devices.
This image has spread overseas as well, and there is apparently an electronics district in Shenzhen, China, modeled after Akihabara.
In Akihabara, the number of stores importing so-called "Chinese devices," or gadgets made in China, is on the rise.
So this time, we've compiled a list of stores that sell Chinese-made devices and parts.

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Akihabara's Chinese Device and Gadget Stores

Akibao - full of mysterious items

Akibao, which has multiple stores in Akihabara, is full of mysterious gadgets.
If you go here, you're sure to find some interesting items.
There are many reasonably priced products (although not necessarily the best value for money), so why not pick one up as a souvenir from your trip to Akihabara?

Shigezone - Selling devices and parts from Shenzhen

About 2 minutes walk from the Electric Town exit.
Located on the first floor of Tokyo Radio Department Store, it sells products imported from Shenzhen, China.
Electronic components, microcontrollers, LCDs, LEDs, etc.
Because it is made in China, it seems that it is tested to ensure there are no failures before being sold.

Shanghai Donya - various Chinese gadgets for sale

About 5 minutes walk from the Electric Town exit.
Shanghai Donya is located on the third floor of the famous, long-established computer specialty store Dospara.
It seems they also sell unique items other than computer parts.
You'll likely find other items to look at besides the items you're looking for, such as digital goods, desk supplies, and smartphone accessories.

Sengoku Densho - Various items in store

Sengoku Densho has three stores in Akihabara.
The main store is located about a 4-minute walk from the Electric Town exit.
The main products sold are electronic work supplies such as semiconductors, electronic components, connectors, cables, circuit boards, and tools, but Chinese-made miscellaneous goods are lined up in front of the store and on the landing of the stairs.

HIGH-BEAM - UMPC Specialty Store

About 9 minutes walk from Akihabara Station.
High Beam is Japan's first UMPC specialty store.
They sell gaming UMPCs and mini PCs that are sold online.

RGUILD Akihabara store - Smartphone Swinger Sales

Regild is an outlet shop located behind the Mandarake Complex on Junk Street.
This store also sells a variety of Chinese gadgets, and one that has been particularly popular is the "Smartphone Swinger," a device that shakes smartphones.
It is a useful item for location-based games that count steps on your smartphone, and several types are sold.

aitendo *Currently closed -Many Chinese parts

The electronics shop aitendo is famous for having a large selection of Chinese parts.
There are also many products aimed at beginners, such as original craft kits and circuit board modules.
Some of the products are cheap because they are made in China, but some are worth the price.
Popular items are likely to sell out, so we recommend purchasing early.

[Extra Edition] HUAWEI SHOP (Huawei Shop) - Inside Yodobashi

There are stores that have expanded into Japan from Shenzhen, China, that don't just sell parts.
Huawei is a company that deals with smartphones, smartwatches, etc.
There may be some people who are unknowingly using Huawei products such as "WIMAX" and "Softbank Air."
The product has received excellent reviews, so if you're interested, you might want to visit the store.

The number of buyers and stores dealing in Chinese electronic components is increasing, but...

The number of stores selling Chinese devices and parts is increasing, and they are now commonly seen online.
However, there are many products that are quite pricey, so if you are tempted by the low price, you may end up making a mistake when purchasing.
It would be best to actually pick it up in a store and check it out, or talk to an expert before making a choice.
However, there are plenty of interesting items that are not commercially available in Japan, so if you're in Akihabara, be sure to stop by.