Local Businesses for Merch, Goods, Snacks, and More!

Mitsuwa Marketplace In Arlington Heights

Mitsuwa Marketplace

Japanese goodies galore at this supermarket, bakery, gift stores, food court, Kinokuniya bookstore, and more!

mitsuwa.com/ch/

Tensuke Market

Tensuke Market

Japanese grocery, sushi café, and Daiso reseller that also carries anime goods.

tensukechicago.com

Kinokuniya

Kinokuniya Chicago

Located in Mitsuwa Marketplace, this bookstore carries popular manga, anime swag, Gundam kits, and Ghibli collectibles.

usa.kinokuniya.com/stores-kinokuniya-chicago

Nakama Toys Grand Opening

Nakama Toys

Mom-and-pop shop for Japanese imports. Tokusatsu, Gundam, gashapon, and custom orders!

www.nakamatoys.com

Goblin Market

Goblin Market

For curious minds seeking a curated selection of manga, comics, games and more—Goblin Market is opening as Chicago’s destination for first-timers and enthusiasts alike. Step inside, explore our collection and always ask us questions. We’re delighted you are here.

goblinmkt.com

Manga Spot

Manga Spot

Comic Bookstore in Streeterville, within The Shops at North Bridge

instagram.com/mangaspotchicago

Hello Tokyo

Hello Tokyo

$2 store in Niles with the largest selection of Daiso products in the Midwest.

hellotky.com

Rotofugi

Rotofugi

Designer gallery and toy store inspired by Japan’s hottest trends in vinyl design.

rotofugi.com

Challengers Comics

Challengers Comics

Logan Square shop offering comic books, graphic novels, and a small selection of manga.

challengerscomics.com

Animestuffstore

AnimeStuffStore.com

Stocking wide selections of anime and manga goods online. Based locally in Plainfield.

animestuffstore.com

Joong Boo

Joong Boo

Korean grocery store near Belmont Blue line that stocks many Japanese food items.

joongboomarket.com