Tokyo Character Street brings together more than 30 character shops featuring some of Japan's most iconic characters. Alongside stores such as Pokémon Store Tokyo Station Shop, Rilakkuma store, and Sanrio Tokyo Character Street Store, it is home to shops offering items available only at First Avenue Tokyo Station as well as seasonal limited-edition goods. Another part of its appeal is the eye-catching store decor that makes you want to stop and take photos. As you explore the shops of Tokyo Character Street, you will be drawn deeper into the world of these characters and are sure to find something perfect to remember your trip or take home as a Tokyo souvenir.
Tokyo Character Street in First Avenue Tokyo Station is home to many popular character shops, including Pokémon, Chiikawa, Sanrio, Sumikkogurashi, Crayon Shin-chan, Doraemon, and Studio Ghibli. Every store has its own unique charm, and there’s so much to see. It’s definitely worth checking out if you love anime and cartoon characters.
This whole street is packed with anime character merchandise, from Pokémon to all kinds of cartoon favorites. The shops are close together, so it’s really fun and easy to browse.
Located just outside the JR Tokyo Station Yaesu Underground Central Gate.
First Avenue Tokyo Station is located outside the ticket gates within JR Tokyo Station. It is easily accessible immediately after exiting any Yaesu-side gate for both Shinkansen and local lines.
1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
Business Hours
Main business hours are as follows:
Tokyo Character Street
10:00–20:30
Tokyo Ramen Street
10:30–23:00 (Last order 22:30)
Tokyo Okashi Land
9:00–21:00
Tokyo Gourmet Zone
11:00–23:00 (Until 22:00 on Sundays & holidays)
Nippon Gourmet Road
10:00–23:00 (Last order 22:00)
Tokyo Gift Palette
9:30–20:30 (From 9:00 on weekends & holidays)
How to Get to First Avenue Tokyo Station
First Avenue Tokyo Station is located outside the ticket gates within JR Tokyo Station. It is easily accessible immediately after exiting any Yaesu-side gate for both Shinkansen and local lines.
Coin Lockers
The locker receipt features an animal illustration, making it easy to find your locker.
Locker Concierge
You can check coin locker availability via PC or smartphone.
② User registration: Please complete the user registration via the dedicated app. ③ Connect to Wi-Fi: Within the available areas listed above, you can access the free Wi-Fi through the dedicated app.
For more details, please refer to "How to Use" on the JAPAN Connected-Free Wi-Fi website. If you are already registered with JAPAN Connected-Free Wi-Fi, you can use the service without registering again.
At First Avenue Tokyo Station, au Wi-Fi service is available in the following areas.
Available Areas
B1F: Entire Ichibangai area corridors / 1F: Inside Tokyo Gift Palette / 1F: Around PLUSTA Tokyo Yaesu Central
For inquiries regarding usage, please contact your respective mobile network provider.
Bank ATMs
1F: near Yaesu South Exit: MUFG Bank / Japan Post Bank 1F: near Yaesu South Exit (next to lockers): Seven Bank 1F: near Yaesu Central Exit: Seven Bank 1F: next to F Staircase: Mizuho Bank 1F: near L Staircase: Seven Bank / Mizuho Bank / Resona Bank B1F: South Passage, next to B Staircase: Seven Bank B1F: South Passage, next to D Staircase: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation B1F: North Passage, near E Staircase: Seven Bank / Mizuho Bank B1F: North Passage, next to restrooms: Mizuho Bank
Baby Room
There is one baby room located near Tokyo Character Street on B1F. It can be used for both nursing and diaper changing.
B1F: Tokyo Ramen Street / 1F: Around the F Staircase / 2F: Tokyo Gourmet Zone
This is a portable smartphone charger rental service. Chargers can be returned at a different Charge SPOT location. Charge SPOT Locations at First Avenue Tokyo Station:
Most shops accept major credit cards, including VISA, Mastercard, and JCB, except for some stores.
Please note that credit cards cannot be used at ticket vending machine–based restaurants (such as Tokyo Ramen Street) and some other shops, including McDonald's. For details, please check with each store.
E-Money Payment
Except for some stores, the following payment methods are accepted:
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