Akihabara Update: Microcomputer Vending Machines, Store Closures, Sales & More
Get the latest Akihabara scoop! Featuring a unique microcomputer vending machine, clearance sales on hand warmers, store openings/closures, new gachapon, popular prize re-releases, and merchandise updates.
Check out the latest happenings in Akihabara!
Unique Microcomputer Vending Machine Using Tobacco Dispenser Appears
At Robo Stadium, a microcomputer vending machine has been set up using a repurposed tobacco vending machine! You can purchase the "UIAPduino Pro Micro CH32V003" for 300 yen. The machine is decorated with playful touches, offering a uniquely Akihabara sight.
Winter Clearance Sale: Rechargeable Hand Warmers on Offer
Akibao No. 8 is offering "Double-Sided Heating ECO Warmer" at a winter clearance price of 650 yen. These rechargeable hand warmers are perfect for chilly days, even as spring approaches.
Store Openings and Closures
"SOZO BOX," a concept shop by the Japan Post Group, closed its doors at the end of February. In other news, "FIGURE HOBBY MARURU Store 6" has opened in the former Tiger Musen location. Additionally, "Private Mahjong Salon Leaves" is scheduled to open in late March on the second floor of the building housing Rin House.
New Store & Gachapon Information
A new card shop, "Card Best HIGH Akihabara," has opened on the 7th floor of the Toru Building along Chuo Dori. You can also find unique capsule toys like "Tsukushi Boy" memo clips and "Muji Kaeru" (Safe Return Frog) figures at stores like Animate Akihabara and Bic Camera AKIBA.
Latest Prizes & Merchandise
At Taito Station and Akihabara Hey, re-released popular prizes such as "Rockman" and "Gundam x Hatsune Miku" figures are now available. Lammtarra Epical Akiba also has merchandise from the popular Netflix movie "Kaguya-hime!".
Other Noteworthy Items
A card vending machine selling Pokemon card packs has been installed at the Chichibu Denki Building. GiGO Akihabara Building 2 is counting down to "Miku Day," and Animate Akihabara features wall advertising for the "EMOTION BIG JACKET COLLECTION."
Event Information
- Event Title: Latest Akihabara Update - Microcomputer Vending Machine, Sales, Store News
- Date: Information gathered around March 6-7, 2026
- Time: Undetermined
Access Information
- Venue: AKIBA PC Hotline! (Information Source)
- Nearest Station: JR Akihabara Station / Tokyo Metro Suehirocho Station