Wheres the best place to buy camera equipment in Tokyo?
In Tokyo, Shinjuku is well-known for having the highest concentration of camera shops in Japan. It makes it easy to shop and compare prices. With regard to product selection, Shinjuku is No. 1 in Japan, as is Akihabara for electrical appliances. However, with regard to price, it is almost impossible to say where you can find the cheapest prices. Competition is extremely fierce in Japan and you may find little difference in prices between a large retailer and a neighborhood camera shop. Also in recent years, Shinjuku and Akihabara have steadily encroached on each other’s traditional market territories, especially in the digital age. Major camera shops like Yodobashi and Sakuraya also sell household electrical appliances and computers besides camera equipment. And electrical appliance shops in Akihabara sell a full line-up of digital cameras, printers, and other imaging equipment besides household appliances. So if you’re looking for a digital camera, printer, or any kind of electronic i