The Best Anime/Manga Shops in London
London has cool otaku shops. The only trouble is to find those hidden gems.
If you adore kawaii plushies, are an anime addict, a fan of manga, or a committed figure collector, these anime/manga shops are a must visit. Here are the best places to buy anime and manga props in London.
Japan Craft
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They sell wide range of Manga and Anime products. Plushies, figures, toys, merch, arts, posters, and other collectables.
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Apart from manga and anime products, they have a massive selection of kimonos, yukatas, jewellery, homeware, and crafts. All straight from Japan.
They have two stores in Camden:
Japan Craft – Manga & Anime Store
Unit 62, The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH
Japan Craft – Traditional Japanese Arts & Craft Store
Unit 2, Market Hall Lock Place, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AL
Forbidden Planet
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Forbidden Planet is the largest cult entertainment megastore in the UK. Marvel and DC comics and graphic novels, manga, books, collectibles, exclusives and more. What’s your favourite series? Just name it.
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On the hunt for something really special? Forbidden Planet sell signed copies of comics, graphic novels, and prints?
Forbidden Planet is a paradise for POP! Figurine and anime figure collectors.
Plus, they regularly host signing events!
179 Shaftesbury Ave, West End, London WC2H 8JR
Gosh! Comics
Gosh! Comics is a small shop in the heart of Soho. Apart from the must-read manga series, they sell antique superhero comics, prints, and gifts.
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They sell signed copies of books, such as The Iron Man signed by Bob Layton (the American comic book artist, writer, and editor. He is best known for his work on Marvel Comics titles such as Iron Man and Hercules)
Extremely limited exclusive signed and sketched comic books are also available. Wow!
1 Berwick St, Soho, London W1F 0DR
Orbital Space
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Orbital Space is an award-winning comics store and gallery. They are not only selling, but also buying new and vintage comics and collections.
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They have rare artworks, prints, vintage action figures, and comics to sell. Orbital Space is definitely a heaven for collectors!
8 Great Newport St, Covent Garden, London WC2H 7JA
Japan Centre
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Japan Centre incorporates a food hall full of month-watering authentic Japanese food and drink, homeware section that sells everything you will need to serve tea, sushi or ramen, a Japanese bakery, serving authentic yummy breads and desserts and a bookstore, offering wide range of beautifully illustrated books about Japan and a heathy selection of manga and Japanese magazines.
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They have the widest selection of kawaii desserts, wrapped sweets and anime drinks.
They do home delivery and apart from the above products you can order DIY ramen kits (2 servings) and Japan inspired DIY cocktails. Plus, cooking videos are also available on their website for you to learn all the ins and outs of sushi making, Japanese pancakes and more. How cool that is!
35b Panton St, West End, London SW1Y 4EA
Foyles
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Folyes has an extensive selection of manga series. You will find all of your recent favourites from Boruto to Fairy Tail, right next to the all time classics like Dragon Ball and Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure.
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You can find cool special editions, too. For example, Death Note black edition is available at an absolute affordable price.
Apart from manga series, Foyles has a huge selection of Marvel and DC comics.
Japan House
“This is Manga” Exhibition 2019
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Located in Kensington High Street, Japan House is a cultural home of Japan in London, offering an authentic encounter with Japanese culture, literature, fashion, art, design, gastronomy, pop culture, and more.
They host book exhibitions every year, including manga exhibitions. For example, “This is Manga” exhibition in 2019.
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Japan House has a library FREE to all, offering up to date manga, books of literature, art as well as electric copies of articles about innovations, technology, and more. Both English and Japanese texts are available for visitors.
101-111 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 5SA
You can go to the stores mentioned in the article to buy your favourite manga and anime products. If you want unique anime products, you can choose to customise them yourself. For example, you can use pictures with your favourite anime elements to create custom enamel pins, keychains, lanyards and other products on the GS-JJ website platform. These products have novel patterns and very exquisite quality.
Customised anime patches are also a good choice. Use them to decorate your clothes or bags, and they will instantly make your clothes or bags look brand new. You can customise anime patches at Patches Co., which is a highly recommended patch website.
All in all, these products are great for collection and use in everyday life, and are the perfect way to show your support for your favourite comics. They also make great gifts for friends who share the same hobby!
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November 14, 2022 @ 4:15 am
Thanks for this. I’m pretty sure my cousin in London who is as big an anime fan as I am already knows about these stores but I’ll definitely be showing him this. I live in Syracuse and although I did wish there were more anime stores here, Larger than Life Toys https://largerthanlifetoys.com/ does it for me. They have a decent anime / manga selection and lots to offer those who love to collect anime products such as cards, figures, and other items like myself.
November 14, 2022 @ 7:36 pm
Hi there, as an anime fan, you definitely have to visit Uzumaki London as well when you’re next time in London. They’re London’s first anime-themed restaurant and the vibes are just insane. They are located on Great Russel St, close to Tottenham Court Road Station. 🙂
December 31, 2023 @ 5:58 pm
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January 17, 2024 @ 3:31 am
Thank you so much!
February 3, 2024 @ 6:56 pm
Thanks for thr great article!
February 13, 2024 @ 10:59 pm
Thank you so much!
February 14, 2024 @ 1:22 am
Thanks for thr great article!
February 22, 2024 @ 11:59 pm
Thank you so much!
April 17, 2024 @ 1:19 pm
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April 30, 2024 @ 11:34 pm
Thank you so much!
June 1, 2024 @ 12:28 am
Loved this post! As an anime fan, it’s always a struggle to find reliable shops that still stock new releases in London. This article has just saved me from having to do hours of research – thanks for the recs!
June 9, 2024 @ 2:27 pm
Loved this post! I’ve always struggled to find good anime and manga shops in London, but you’ve made it so much easier. I’ve already bookmarked four of the shops you mentioned and can’t wait to check them out. Thanks for sharing your expertise!
June 9, 2024 @ 5:00 pm
Thank you ???? Have a great shopping ????️
October 3, 2024 @ 8:14 am
Loved this list! I had no idea about some of these shops, especially the one tucked away near Camden! Can’t wait to check them out on my next visit to London. Thanks for sharing!
March 8, 2025 @ 1:16 pm
I loved this guide! I’ve been meaning to explore more anime and manga shops in London, and your recommendations are super helpful. Can’t wait to check out the ones I haven’t visited yet. Thanks for the awesome tips!
March 12, 2025 @ 2:37 am
Great list! I never knew about some of these shops. I’m particularly excited to check out Gosh! Comics and maybe grab some new manga for my collection. Thanks for the recommendations!
April 17, 2025 @ 8:50 pm
Great list! I love how you included both well-known and hidden gem shops. Can’t wait to check out those lesser-known spots for some unique finds. Thanks for sharing!