Garakuta Boeki
ガラクタ貿易
Asakusa & Kuramae · shop
American vintage and retro goods shop in Kuramae. Colorful neon signs, tin toys, character merchandise—playful clutter that rewards browsing. Two minutes from Kuramae Station on the Oedo Line.
- Open over 20 years
- 2 minutes from Kuramae Station on the Oedo Line
- Open 1pm-7pm daily except Wednesday
- Google Maps rating 4.4 from 34 reviews
Open for over twenty years — I've been coming since I was a student. Fun, stylish stuff. I've picked up plenty of gifts for friends and pieces for my own apartment here.
— Asakusa Boy , last visited 2026-05-11 · Returns often
⚠️ Note: Caption mentions hours as 1pm–7pm; Places data confirms Mon/Tue/Thu–Sun 1pm–7pm, closed Wed. Verify hours before visit.
As seen on Instagram
Original post by @garakutaboeki_kuramae_2
How to visit
- Address
- 3-chōme-18-4 Kuramae, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0051
- Hours
- Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun 1pm–7pm; closed Wed
- Price
- $
- Rating
- 4.4 ★ (34 reviews on Google Maps)
- English (?)
- Yes
- Reservations
- Not required
What makes it special
Garakuta Boeki trades in American pop culture nostalgia: tin cans, vintage signage, ’50s–’80s character goods, retro neon. The recently relocated Kuramae outpost draws browsers mid-walk through the neighborhood. The shop’s appeal isn’t curatorial precision but unironic fun—clutter as a form of pleasure. No English signage, but the visual nature of the merchandise needs no translation.
How to visit
Two-minute walk from Kuramae Station (Oedo Line, exit A7). Hours 1pm–7pm daily except Wednesday. Cash and card both accepted. No parking.
FAQ
FAQ
What kind of items does Garakuta Boeki stock?
Vintage American goods: tin toys, retro neon signs, character merchandise, kitsch decor. Think '50s–'80s pop culture and thrift-store finds with visual appeal.
Is it walkable from other Kuramae spots?
Yes. Two minutes from Kuramae Station. Fits naturally into a Kuramae or Asakusa walking route—close to temples, cafés, and older streets.