Tokyo Odaiba Shopping Guide｜Hidden Must-Visit Shops Selection

Guide

Odaiba is an artificial island located in Tokyo Bay, part of Koto Ward, and is one of Tokyo’s most popular shopping and entertainment centers, known for its futuristic architecture, shopping malls, and waterfront views. Besides large malls, hidden specialty shops in Odaiba offer unique experiences, perfect for travelers looking for distinctive souvenirs. Here is a selection of hidden must-visit shops in Odaiba:

- Daiba 1-chome Shotengai (DECKS Tokyo Beach 4th floor, about a 2-minute walk from Odaiba-Kaihinkoen Station): A recreation of a Showa era (1960s) Japanese street scene, selling retro toys, candies, and nostalgic snacks (such as rice crackers, about 300–800 yen), full of nostalgic atmosphere. The Haikara Yokocho area features Showa-style stationery and mini capsule toy machines (about 500 yen), ideal for travelers who love retro culture.

- Gundam Base Tokyo (DiverCity Tokyo Plaza 7th floor, about a 5-minute walk from Odaiba Station): Designed for anime fans, selling limited edition Gundam model kits, T-shirts, and merchandise (about 1000–5000 yen). Exclusive Gundam model kits (about 3000 yen) attract collectors, and the 18-meter tall Gundam statue outside performs transformation shows four times daily (free), making it a must-visit photo spot.

- Kirakira Donki (DiverCity Tokyo Plaza 1st floor, about a 3-minute walk from Telecom Center Station): A branch of Don Quijote, smaller in scale but focused on social media trending products, such as Tokyo-exclusive KitKat (about 300–500 yen), cosmetics, and cartoon-shaped snacks (about 500–1500 yen). Perfect for young travelers seeking trendy souvenirs, but be prepared to queue on weekends.

- Fuji TV Gift Shop (Fuji TV Building 1st floor, about a 3-minute walk from Odaiba Station): Sells Fuji TV program-related souvenirs, such as anime character badges, postcards (about 500–1000 yen), and Mount Fuji-shaped stationery. The 25th-floor HACHITAMA Observation Deck (admission about 550 yen) offers panoramic views of Tokyo Bay, a great spot to visit after shopping.

While shopping, you can also stroll around Odaiba Seaside Park to enjoy the night views of Rainbow Bridge and the Statue of Liberty, or take the Tokyo Water Bus to Asakusa to add more fun to your trip.

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Post by 湯馬士火車頭 | Jun 5, 2025