2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan

This is a beautiful artisan shopping center. The prices are high, but the quality of the products is amazing. There are shoes, handbags, wallets, coin purses, ceramics, jewelry, and so much more. The hat shop was definitely our favorite.

I read about this Artisan shopping center and was so glad I came. It's a beautiful (and surprisingly peaceful) spot with really cool goods and neat cafes. We didn't get to make it to Cafe Asan (requires reservations) but still enjoyed meandering around the shops. A true oasis in the fluorescence of Akihabara. Great for high end, handmade, specialty goods.

Definitely a hidden gem 💎 . This is a unique shopping street located beneath the railway tracks between Akihabara and Okachimachi Stations. There are many art and fashion design shops best for art lovers. A great place to explore unique Japanese-made design items.

What a good idea to use the space under the train tracks for a shopping gallery - but this is not an ordinary gallery selling cheap stuff from China. These are local shops selling handmade and artisanal goods, all made in Japan: leather bags and wallets, shoes, pottery, decoration items, clothes etc. Of course it comes with a price, but what you get is Japanese quality and craftsmanship. Two shops that caught my attention: Spingle Move (that has some unique sneakers) and Blue Trick (Japanese denim clothes from Okayama). Great way to support the local artisans and in return get an authentic good Made in Japan.

This is a unique space in Tokyo. A former carpark converted into a creative space full of independent shops selling unique designs, art, and crafts. There is also an excellent café. It is certainly one of the spots to visit in Tokyo

I had so much fun browsing the various stores in this area. Feels much like a hidden treasure, where you can get both coffee, something to eat and various beautiful hand crafted goods.

Want to see something most tourists miss? Check out 2k540 Aki Oka artisan alley under the train tracks for unique souvenirs made by local artists. It’s this really cool atmospheric place that has all of these new hip artisan shops in like a maze of beautiful tunnels under the train tracks.

Nice quaint place for arts and crafts in a nicely refurbished area. If you are looking for souvenirs to really cherish at home or gifts that won't get dumped in a closet somewhere, this is the place. The experience is nice because you are not sensory overloaded by huge crowds, flashy screens, flickering lights and a jumble hyperkenetic sound effects to grab your attention.

Really enjoy wandering around this place utilizing the normally void space underneath an elevated train track. All the shops sell artisan made items, so this place is essentially a makers' market. And as such, you can find one-of-a-kind items that you'll be proud to own plus you'll be supporting these artisans. There are also a restaurant and cafe to rest your feet. "2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan" is named because if its distance from Tokyo Station (2.54 kilometers) and its location between Akihabara (Aki) and Okachimachi (Oka) stations. Great place to stroll through between these two stations.

"Artisans ' Us" (and quite good too!) It's a collection of japanese "artisan" stores from around the country - pottery, fabrics, clothes, shoes, "stuff from nagano", whatever. It's mostly (or all!) really quite good, and is, in typical Japanese style, an excellent use of the space under the train lines up near Akihabara. There is a quite good restaurant/cafe/wine-bar up by the Umaou store too (go check the store out. fun!), where you can happily while away a few hours over a bottle of Umaou-branded wine :-) All in all, an excellent place to visit - check it out!!!

You must come here if you are in the Akihabara area! This covered shopping arcade (under the Yamanote line tracks) has it all when it comes to traditional artisanal crafts. I was particularly impressed with the dyed fabrics and boxwood brushes. Amazing craftsmanship! Check it out for sure!

This is a great spot in Akihabara if you feel overwhelmed by all of the anime, manga, maid cafes, J-pop idols, and adult video stores. Just a short walk from the JR train station, this nice little outdoor boutique can provide some alternative shopping if you're looking for some gifts and souvenirs. Although it is almost all high end, it isn't difficult to find some very affordable items in a few of the stores. Clothing, electronics, little trinkets, etc., there's probably something for everyone. There are also some cute little cafes between all of these shops. A nice little detour from all the neon lights of AKIBA.

A cute shopping area of handmade Japanese crafts/gifts/goods built underneath the railroad. They sold everything from handmade jewelry, personalized wooden wedding gifts, wooden iphone cases, cat themed goods and kangaroo shoes. Cute, but of course pretty pricey. The shops are permanent, the stores do not change very often. If you're in the area, it is worth checking out. There were a good number of tourists shopping.