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Adjacent to the Tokyo metropolitan area, Chiba Prefecture is home to a diverse array of camera shops. Whether you're looking for second-hand cameras, vintage items, or the latest models, you'll find shops that meet a wide range of needs.
We've picked seven recommended camera shops in Chiba. Check out their features and access information, and be sure to visit!
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Camera no Kitamura Chiba C-one Used Purchase Center
This nationwide camera specialty store's Chiba C-one branch boasts a rich selection of used cameras. From mirrorless to film cameras, they offer a wide range and also provide a nationwide inventory search service called 'Used Request'.
- Address: 2-25-1 Fujimi, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
- Nearest Station: 5-minute walk from JR Sobu Line Chiba Station
- Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Camera Link Shop
An inviting specialty shop focusing on film cameras, vintage cameras, and classic cameras. Their extensive lineup includes everything from domestic SLRs to rare imported cameras.
- Address: 1-5-19 Shinjuku, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
- Nearest Station: 6-minute walk from Chiba Monorail Shiyakusho-mae Station
- Business Hours: 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (closes at 6:00 PM on weekends and holidays)
Print Workshop Konakadai Store
A beloved local camera shop with a rich selection of film and used cameras. This hidden gem offers rare and minor brand cameras.
- Address: 8-8-1-102 Konakadai, Inage-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
- Nearest Station: 8-minute walk from JR Sobu Line Inage Station
- Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Jet Camera Service
Offers hand-developing services for film photos and repairs for old cameras. Known for monochrome developing and meticulous hand-finished work.
- Address: 3-1-12 Higashi Chiba, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
- Nearest Station: 15-minute walk from Chiba Urban Monorail Sakusabe Station
- Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
FLASHBACK CAMERA
A specialty store focusing on vintage cameras and lenses. They offer a wide range of iconic cameras like Leica and Hasselblad. Original products are also available. Visits are by appointment.
- Address: 1-6-6 Ootaka no Mori Nishi, Nagareyama City, Chiba Prefecture
- Nearest Station: 3-minute walk from Tsukuba Express Nagareyama Ootaka no Mori Station
- Business Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed on Sundays, holidays, and Mondays)
Janpara Chiba Store
Offers a wide range of used digital SLRs, lenses, and film cameras. You might find great deals at reasonable prices.
- Address: 5-2 Shindencho, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
- Nearest Station: 7-minute walk from JR Chiba Station
- Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Camera no Risamai Matsudo Store
Not only do they buy and sell SLRs and mirrorless cameras, but they also deal in camera accessories and peripherals. They offer mail-order and on-site purchase services.
- Address: 208-1 Takegahana, Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture, Sakamoto Building 1F
- Nearest Station: 15-minute walk from JR Joban Line Matsudo Station
- Business Hours: 9:15 AM - 8:30 PM
Chiba Prefecture is home to many unique shops dealing in used and film cameras. With stores that appeal to both beginners and professionals, be sure to check them out!
