Last weekend, I visited a small shop with a 2D-style vibe—Yakumo House.
Actually, I’d seen this place before while scrolling online. It was described as an interesting little hideout tucked inside a park, and anyone who loves 2D culture or Touhou Project would probably feel right at home. Since I had some free time on the weekend, I decided to check it out.
The first thing that hit me when I walked in was:
This place is even more “high-concentration” than I imagined.
The entrance already sets the mood
Even before stepping inside, you could tell the shop’s style from the outside.
There’s a huge Reimu doll sitting by the door, calm and composed, like she’s on guard duty.
To be honest, I was taken aback the first time I saw it—a doll of that size standing at the entrance is pretty eye-catching. And that “calm yet slightly dazed” expression fits Reimu’s character perfectly.
A giant pile of Reimu
In a way, this has become something of a photo spot.
The display case is basically a “faith showcase”
Once inside, what really caught my attention was a glass display cabinet.
It held a variety of figures, CDs, and Touhou-related merchandise. You could tell these weren’t just thrown together—they were carefully arranged in neat rows.
The largest figure stood out the most; the craftsmanship was impressive, and the lighting gave everything a strong atmospheric glow.
The wall of cabinets is like a mini museum
There’s also an entire wall lined with wooden cabinets, packed full of items.
Inside you’ll find:
- Dolls of various Touhou characters
- Small figures
- Keychains
- Doujinshi merchandise
Overall, it felt like someone had gathered years of passion into one display.
In the middle, there was a Fuwanovel standee placed prominently.
Looking through the whole collection was actually quite fun—you kept stumbling upon familiar characters popping up unexpectedly from behind corners.
It’s kind of like flipping through the stash of a long-time otaku.
The overall atmosphere is surprisingly relaxed
I went on a Saturday afternoon, and the shop wasn’t very crowded.
The ambiance was quiet, with soft lighting. There was no overly commercial vibe—it felt more like a hangout spot for friends.
Think of it as:
- A small 2D hub
- A gathering place for fans
- Or maybe a “otaku living room”
If you’re into Touhou or regularly hang around the 2D scene, you’d likely feel a subtle sense of familiarity here.
Because so many of the displays clearly show:
These aren’t props for business—they’re things people genuinely love.
Some final thoughts
Shops like this are actually becoming rarer these days.
Many 2D-themed stores have become increasingly commercialized—either cafes or souvenir shops.
But Yakumo House feels different—it’s more like:
“Someone turned their hobby into a space.”
Even if you just stop by to look around the decorations, it’s still worth checking out.
For me personally, it was a nice little discovery.
