The Former Thanko Rare Mono Shop Site is Now Home to That Store

When you think of Akihabara, there are several famous stores that come to mind.

Among them, one of the most iconic, which unfortunately closed its doors this April, was the "Thanko Rare Mono Shop Main Store."

From unique yet practical gadgets to amusing items that made you wonder, "What would I even use this for?", it was always a joy to browse through the diverse selection, find something to take home, or simply soak in the atmosphere without buying anything. It was fun, wasn't it?

So, the burning question is, what kind of store has moved into the former location?

Upon investigation, it appears that the trading card specialty store "Shinsoku Akihabara No. 6" opened in August.

From Shinsoku official website

Wow, another card shop here too! That's the feeling.

In recent years, the popularity of trading card games has been phenomenal, and you really feel it when you walk through Akihabara.

New card shops are opening in places that used to be different stores. Locations that felt like they had been shuttered for a while are now card shops.

And when you actually step into a card shop, you might be in for a surprise.

Cards you played with as a child can sometimes be sold for surprisingly high prices.

Representative cards include 'Charizard' from Pokémon Card Game and 'Blue-Eyes White Dragon' from Yu-Gi-Oh! OCG Duel Monsters. Old protagonist-level cards have become collector's items, and their prices have soared. (These are just examples; there are countless expensive cards).

You might be surprised to see cards you casually played with in the past now displayed in showcases, making you exclaim, "They're worth this much now!" If you're visiting Akihabara, why not drop by a card shop instead of just visiting your target stores?

A card that makes you say, "Oh, I used to have this!" might be selling for an unexpected price. You might even find it if you desperately search through your storage...

It's Happening in Akihabara! First-Timers Welcome! Get Hands-On with Exciting Gaming Gadgets!

Now, if you're in Akihabara, be sure to stop by ASCII's event.

Gaming PCs, keyboards, mice, headsets—why not try out and compare all the products you're curious about? Even after looking at photos and reading spec sheets, the one thing you can't fully grasp is "what's it like to actually touch it?" In that case, let's try out all the interesting items in Akihabara!

We're holding "TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9 (GPS 9)", an event where you can get hands-on with the latest gaming gadgets and consult with our editorial staff! It's on Saturday, October 10, 2026!

And here's the important part: this event welcomes you to just look, touch, and compare. It's an event where you can freely try out gadgets at your own pace. There's no need to buy anything, so feel free to drop by!

There's no need to feel intimidated, thinking "PC events seem to be only for experts" or "what if they pressure me to buy something like in a store?" No problem if you're not a PC expert! And of course, participation is free.

At the venue, you can actually experience various devices such as keyboards, mice, and headsets. The key is that you can thoroughly compare things like the size, keyboard key feel, and mouse grip, which are hard to gauge online, right there on the spot. If you're unsure what to choose, you can also freely consult with ASCII editorial staff.

Furthermore, we're planning prize giveaways, mini-stages, and even a mystery-solving event. First, just come, see, touch, and remember what caught your eye. It's an event designed to be enjoyed with that level of casualness!

Of course, we'll also have the popular prize giveaways from last time. And we'll be doing them enthusiastically! We've also prepared plenty of commemorative novelties, and we eagerly await your visit.

Venue Information

■Venue: LIFORK AKIHABARA II, Akihabara TMO Building, 3-13-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Access to the Venue

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5 minutes walk from Akihabara Station Electric Town Exit (JR Yamanote Line, Keihin-Tohoku Line, Chuo-Sobu Line) / 4 minutes walk from Suehirocho Station Exit 3 (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)

Event Account

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