Gashapon Store Düsseldorf - Japanese capsule machine with toys
Since March 2025, a real highlight for anime fans, collectors and the curious has been located in the heart of Little Tokyo, the Japanese quarter of Düsseldorf: the Gashapon Bandai Official Store Düsseldorf .
📍 Address: Manga Mafia, Immermannstraße 59, 40210 Düsseldorf
🕐 Opening hours:
Mon–Fri: 10:30–19:00
Sat: 10:00–19:30
Sun: closed
What is Gashapon?
In Japan, "Gashapon" (also called "Gachapon") refers to capsule toy vending machines found in train stations, shopping malls, or toy stores. The term is derived from the sounds "gasha" (the spinning of the machine) and "pon" (the falling out of the capsule). For a few hundred yen—or, in this case, using tokens that can be exchanged for money on the spot—you receive a small, sealed plastic ball with a surprise inside.
They usually contain mini figures, key rings, gadgets or cute decorative items – often with popular anime or game characters such as Pokémon, Dragon Ball or One Piece.
What awaits you at the Gashapon Store Düsseldorf
The Gashapon Bandai Official Store now brings this typically Japanese experience to Germany.
🌀 Numerous slot machines await you with changing series and limited figures – every spin is a surprise.
🎁 Collectible figures, miniatures, key rings – from cute to quirky, everything is there.
🛍️ The vending machines are located in the Manga Mafia Store, where you can buy manga, posters, figures and more.
A special bonus: The store is licensed by Bandai, an official distributor of original Japanese gashapon products. So you can be sure you're getting authentic collectibles.
Arrival & Location Gashapon Store Düsseldorf
The Gashapon Store is centrally located on Immermannstraße in Düsseldorf—just a few minutes' walk from the main train station. It's ideal for a spontaneous visit or as a stopover on your Little Tokyo tour.
📌 Tip: The best way to reach the store is on foot or by subway. Parking is limited in the area, but there are parking garages nearby.
Conclusion: A piece of Japan to take home
Whether you're specifically looking for a certain character or simply enjoy the element of surprise, the Gashapon Store is an absolute must for every Japan fan. Its mix of collecting passion, nostalgia, and Japanese pop culture makes it a highlight in Düsseldorf's Little Tokyo.
