Tokyo’s Penguin Douzou Store
Tokyo is a city where you can find anything, from retro video games in Akihabara to antique books in Jimbocho. If you know where to look, you can even find penguin goods from around the world! Welcome to the Penguin Douzou Store.
Just a few minutes walk from Otsuka Station, the Penguin Douzou Store (or 東京ペンギン堂本舗) is a small shop bursting with penguins. Penguin merchandise fills the windows and spills onto the sidewalk. Once inside you’re greeted with wall to ceiling penguins: figurines and stuffed animals, clothing and house goods, even books in many languages. There are popular characters like Pingu and Badtz-Maru, and even goods of the owner’s own design.
The owner is happy to talk about penguins.
The owner of Penguin Douzou Store has been operating the shop for over thirty years. Those who can’t make it to Tokyo, don’t worry! There is also an online shop offering select goods. For those who wish to visit in person, be advised that the hours are subject to change. It’s best to check the website or social media for the latest updates.
