In Pictures: Akihabara - The Electric Town: City Walk

The Ishimaru store shown here is popular with people who want to buy duty free goods.

Akihabara is an area north-east of central Tokyo that is most famous for its electronics stores. Recently, major redevelopment and the emergence of stores catering to otaku has altered the ambience of Akihabara. (Read More: Akihabara - The Electric Town)