This is said to be Tokyo’s largest Bandai Gashapon store, and it definitely lived up to its reputation. Not only does it have a huge selection, but you can even find many rare capsule toys that you thought would never be released again. I got this Lucario there, as well as my favorite Yoshi and Pikmin that day. If you’re visiting Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, I definitely recommend stopping by and trying a Gashapon.
Gashapon Department Store Ikebukuro Main Branch | Review by Star
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