Thrifting / Affordable

A collection of 17 places curated by Sarah Wilson

Places in this collection

  1. HIVE PRELOVED

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    403 ROOTS SQUARE, 1-chōme-6-8 Ōhashi, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0044, Japan

    Recommended for vintage designer bags with a wide range of prices and curated pieces.

    HIVE PRELOVEDView on Google Maps
  2. Surugaya

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    534-2 Ebisunocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8033, Japan

    A chain of stores (also with an online presence) for anime merchandise and goods. Good for fans of Love Live, obscure, or older merchandise. The Shinjuku location is recommended.

    SurugayaView on Google Maps
  3. BOOKOFF

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    4 Chome-544-6 Makuharicho, Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba, 262-0032, Japan

    A second-hand store chain with a wide variety of items including Gundams, Liz Lisa items, anime figures, collectible pins, and plush merchandise (especially Chiikawa). Prices are better further from central Tokyo, and it's important to compare prices within the same store.

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  4. Bookoff

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    1-chōme-16 Asahimachi, Machida, Tokyo 194-0023, Japan

    A department store located in Machida.

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  5. BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR Omiya Stellar Town Store

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    Japan, 〒331-0812 Saitama, Kita Ward, Miyaharacho, 1 Chome−853-1 ステラタウン3街区 北側別館 2F

    Thrift store where North Face puffers, CDG pants, and Burberry jeans were found at good prices.

    BOOKOFF SUPER BAZAAR Omiya Stellar Town StoreView on Google Maps
  6. 2nd Street

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    さいたま市, Japan

    Thrift store with rare finds and fair prices for locals, approximately one hour outside of Tokyo. Found Yves Saint Laurent pants, new Jordans, and North Face jackets.

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  7. WATCHNIAN Ginza flagship store

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    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8 Chome−8−5 陽栄銀座ビル 1F/2F

    Offers classic, minimal, and reliable watches from brands like Seiko, Casio, and Citizen. They are more affordable in Japan, with some models exclusively available in the Japanese market, including the viral Otani Shohei collaboration watch.

    WATCHNIAN Ginza flagship storeView on Google Maps
  8. Uniqlo Ginza Flagship Store

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    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6-chōme−9−5 1F-12F

    Happy Hour every Tuesday and Friday from 2pm to 5pm for extra discounts in-store and online.

    Uniqlo Ginza Flagship StoreView on Google Maps
  9. Flea market

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    130, Cambodia

    Dresses for £1

    Flea marketView on Google Maps
  10. Flamingo

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    Japan, 〒180-0003 Tokyo, Musashino, Kichijoji Minamicho, 1 Chome−17−9 メゾンブランカB棟

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  11. New York Joe Exchange

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    1 Chome-15-14 Kichijoji Minamicho, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0003, Japan

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  12. 2nd Street Kichijoji Sunroad

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    1 Chome-12-1 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan

    More affordable options compared to their other branches

    2nd Street Kichijoji SunroadView on Google Maps
  13. BOOKOFF Akihabara Ekimae Store

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    1 Chome-6-4 Kanda Sakumacho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0025, Japan

    Second-hand store where you can find bulk Pokemon cards and singles at good prices.

    BOOKOFF Akihabara Ekimae StoreView on Google Maps
  14. SASUGAYA OUTLET

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    Japan, 〒110-0005 Tokyo, Taito City, Ueno, 6 Chome−4−7 アメ横ウェルカムモール 1F

    Located about a 5-minute walk from Book Off Plus. Known for affordable Coach bags under $50 and other premium products at fair prices.

    SASUGAYA OUTLETView on Google Maps
  15. Tampopo House Ueno-Hirokouji

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    3 Chome-17-6 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005, Japan

    Last stop, about an 8-minute walk away. Everything is very affordable, with items as low as $4-$5.

    Tampopo House Ueno-HirokoujiView on Google Maps
  16. BOOKOFF PLUS Ueno Hirokoji Store

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    4 Chome-4-4 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005, Japan

    One of Japan's largest vintage chain stores, located about a 2-minute walk from Modov. Carries electronics, clothing, bags, shoes, and more, all fairly priced.

    BOOKOFF PLUS Ueno Hirokoji StoreView on Google Maps
  17. Mode Off Ueno

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    4 Chome-2-3 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005, Japan

    First stop, opens at 10:00 AM, offers a mix of luxury, designer, and affordable items, all fairly priced.

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