A bit of sad news for Japanese Gamers and Gamettes. After 17 years of operation, the iconic Sega Arcade in Japan’s Akihabara District is closing its doors. The arcade has become a fixture when it opened in 2003. It served as an entryway from Tokyo center city and hosted thousands upon thousands of anime signings over the years. The employees and fans gathered in the arcade’s final hours to give a tearful Sayōnara and an Arigatōgozaimashita for the memories.
セガ秋葉原2号館
— もっち (@JobanRiser_KH) August 30, 2020
17年の歴史に幕を下ろしました。
これまでありがとうございました❗️
17年間お疲れ様でした。#セガ秋葉原2号館グランドフィナーレ pic.twitter.com/Sv4HAhU43A
セガ秋葉原2号館(アキハバラギーゴ GiGO)は8月30日(日)22時、大勢のファンに見守られながら17年の歴史に幕——。
— フォト秋葉原 (@PhotoAkiba) August 30, 2020
女性店長の挨拶では、声を詰まらせる場面もあり感動的だった。
長い間ありがとう。 pic.twitter.com/8aua5TqhJX
Though, the news of Sega’s Arcade building closing is not all that bad. Three more arcades remain in Akihabara. This particular building is recognizable for its iconic staircase and for those crossing the Manseibashi Bridge and seeing their favorite characters staring back at them from the sides of the building. No matter where in the world it is, it is sad seeing an place where gamers can gather and enjoy their passion disappear.
