Japan's Second-Hand Treasures: A Guide to Book-Off, Vintage Shops, and Thrift Store Culture Meta Description: Discover Japan's amazing thrift stores and second-hand shops. From Book-Off manga to vintage fashion in Tokyo, find authentic treasures at great prices. Here's the paradox about Japan: it's expensive. Meals cost more, hotels cost more, attractions add up. But then you walk into a Book-Off or Second Street and find designer bags for ¥3,000, complete manga series for ¥500, vintage Levi's in perfect condition for ¥2,000. Japan's second-hand shops taught me that "used" doesn't mean "worn out"—here, it often means "basically new." The secret is Japanese consumer culture. People take meticulous care of their belongings, upgrade frequently, and have limited storage space. The result? High-quality used goods flooding the resale market at prices that make budget travelers very happy. Add Japan's obsession with cleanline...