Ikebe music - REVOLE Akihabara — Local services in Tokyo

I went to all the guitars in ochanomizu and this store that was a 60 second walk from my hotel was my favorite. Prices seemed fair in JPY which became really good deals with the strong exchange rate (1:155 at time of writing)

Lot of selection of cool guitars, friendly staff, some speak enough English to help you out. I bought an early 90s Fender Japan Strat that needs a bit of tlc but after tax free and exchange rate it was only $240. They also have a great selection of straps and stickers and effect pedals etc.

Anyway ymmv but I really enjoyed this store the best out of all the guitar shops I visited and it was a big bonus I could walk there...

First time purchasing a bass overseas in Japan. They had a super rare GRECO RB model.

Top-notch staff, super friendly and accommodating. Good communications despite the language barrier! After purchase, they helped me pack the bass very meticulously to avoid any damage for airplane check in. Excellent service, professional and efficient.

I didn’t get the staff’s name, but I did take a picture of them during the packing process. PLEASE GIVE HIM A RAISE!

I will definitely swing by the next time I come to Japan....

They had this beautiful, USD 6,000 Gibson Les Paul leaning directly against the bridge of the guitar right behind it. Imagine what that has done to the wooden back of the Les Paul after who knows how long.

Went around the store and saw several other instances of the same atrocity.

Criminal. It shows the care they put into maintaining their instruments.

Avoid this store...