{"id":357390,"date":"2025-10-17T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kochike.jp\/?post_type=column&p=357390"},"modified":"2025-10-08T16:57:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T07:57:14","slug":"kochis-pop-culture-spot-ghibli-ultraman-capsule-toys-all-in-one-building","status":"publish","type":"column","link":"https:\/\/kochike.jp\/en\/column\/357390\/","title":{"rendered":"Kochi\u2019s Pop-Culture Spot: Ghibli, Ultraman & Capsule Toys All in One Building"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When people think of downtown Kochi, the first place that comes to mind is Obiyamachi Shopping Arcade<\/strong>.
\r\nThis lively covered street is lined with everything from long-established shops to trendy caf\u00e9s and restaurants. It\u2019s also located near the famous Sunday Market<\/strong>, held every week along the main street, making it a bustling spot for both locals and tourists.<\/p>\r\n

Avenue Building \u2013 The Landmark of Obiyamachi<\/h2>\r\n

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One of the best-known landmarks in Obiyamachi is the Avenue Building<\/strong>, operated by Hirosue Hardware Store<\/strong>, which was founded in 1893 (Meiji 26)<\/strong>.
\r\nYou\u2019ll recognize it right away \u2014 it\u2019s the building with the McDonald\u2019s<\/strong> on the first floor and a giant Ultraman statue<\/strong> standing by the escalator entrance.<\/p>\r\n

In this article, we\u2019ll take a closer look at the Avenue Building, a local hotspot attracting young residents, tourists, and international visitors alike.<\/p>\r\n

Shops Inside the Avenue Building<\/h2>\r\n

1F \u2014 McDonald\u2019s Obiyamachi Branch<\/h3>\r\n

A familiar favorite! This McDonald\u2019s is always busy with students and shoppers taking a break.<\/p>\r\n

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1F \u2014 Baskin Robbins (31 Ice Cream) Obiyamachi Avenue Branch<\/h3>\r\n

A colorful ice cream shop offering fun seasonal flavors.<\/p>\r\n

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1F \u2014 Paper message Obiyamachi & tonari<\/h3>\r\n

A stationery and design shop where you can create custom cards, business cards, and paper goods<\/strong>, even from just one sheet! Perfect for those who love creative paper items.<\/p>\r\n

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2F \u2014 Donguri Kyowakoku Kochi (Ghibli Store)<\/h3>\r\n

A dream come true for Studio Ghibli fans!
\r\nThis shop is packed with official Ghibli character goods and whimsical items from movies like My Neighbor Totoro<\/em> and Spirited Away<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n

\"\"\u00a9 Studio Ghibli<\/p>\r\n

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2F \u2014 m.i.x! & Ultraman Shop Kochi<\/h3>\r\n

From the nostalgic original Ultraman<\/strong> to the latest Ultraman Omega<\/strong>, this shop offers a wide range of character merchandise loved by fans of all ages.<\/p>\r\n

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\u00a9 Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd.<\/p>\r\n

2F \u2014 Dream Capsule Kochi Avenue<\/h3>\r\n

A capsule toy paradise with about 400 gachapon machines<\/strong>!
\r\nThe lineup changes regularly, so there\u2019s always something new to discover each time you visit.<\/p>\r\n

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3F \u2014 Zakka ZOO
\r\n<\/strong>3F \u2014 Mot-Co Men\u2019s Hair Salon Kochi Obiyamachi
\r\n<\/strong>3F \u2014 AGA Skin Clinic<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Facility Information<\/h2>\r\n

Avenue Building<\/p>\r\n

Address: 1-13-23 Obiyamachi, Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture<\/p>\r\n

Phone: +81-88-822-4411<\/p>\r\n

Mail: avenue@etude.ocn.ne.jp<\/p>\r\n