Tokyo’s Tech shopper paradise Akihabara Electric Town was just a 'Town' on Friday, due to the first power outage in 30 years – all the RGBs went out

Tokyo's Akihabara Electric Town experienced a rare power outage, turning off all neon and RGB lights for an hour, marking the first outage in about 30 years. Major stores like Tsukumo closed multiple outlets due to the outage, affecting their ability to communicate with customers. Some smaller shops also closed for safety reasons, with one store experiencing its first power cut in 15 years. While the cause of the outage is speculated to be an infrastructure fault, no official statement has been released by TEPCO.