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Sunday, November 27, 2011

Akihabara Shopping Area

Akihabara Shopping Area - 秋葉原電気街

Japan's No.1 shopping area for electrical goods with more than 500 stores attracting thousands of visitors. After WWII, the Akihabara area became known as place to pick up electrical items such as household appliances and small parts for larger machines at low prices. Today it is similar only bigger and better and PC stores are particularly popular as well as stores selling plastic models and figurines.
Akihabara Shopping Area

Ginza - 銀座

Ginza is one of Japan's best-known entertainment districts. It is lined with shops, ranging from century-old retailers to department stores and the latest high-fashion boutiques. Recently a number of shops targeting younger people have been added, making it a district that is fun for all ages. The Japanese expression "burabura" means to amble about, so the phrase "Ginbura" (Ginza + burabura) has come to signify spending time in a luxurious way.
Ginza

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