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| Monday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
About Animazed
Animazed is a comic book store located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Animazed is a family-owned anime and manga shop in Raleigh's Umstead area with a deep selection of manga and danmei novels. It also sells K-pop albums, anime DVDs, figures, plush, Gundam kits and collectible card games, and offers in-store pickup and local delivery for online orders. Google reviewers most often mention the helpful staff and the manga, followed by K-pop albums and anime merchandise. Animazed is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 560 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for trade paperbacks, rare Silver Age keys, modern variants, local comic shops like Animazed in Raleigh are the heart of the North Carolina collecting community. Visit Animazed online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Animazed at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 9 rated comic book stores in Raleigh by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 8 PM) · Open Sundays (11 AM to 7 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Ultimate Comics in Raleigh, 1.2 mi away.
- Find Animazed on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X.
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Animazed reviews
Is Animazed well reviewed?
Animazed has a 4.8-star average from 560 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 9 rated comic book stores in Raleigh once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 9 rated comic book stores in Raleigh is 4.7 stars, so Animazed is about the same as the local average.
Frequently asked questions about Animazed
Where is Animazed located?
Animazed is located in Raleigh, North Carolina at 8613 Glenwood Ave Suite 101.
Does Animazed sell back issues?
Yes, Animazed maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at Animazed?
Animazed is a local comic book store in Raleigh, North Carolina. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is Animazed open?
Animazed's listed hours are: Monday 10 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday 10 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 8 PM; Thursday 10 AM to 8 PM; Friday 10 AM to 8 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 8 PM; Sunday 11 AM to 7 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Animazed?
The closest are Ultimate Comics in Raleigh (1.2 mi), Crowemag Toys in Raleigh (1.8 mi), Capitol Comics in Raleigh (3.2 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Animazed
The closest other comic book stores to Animazed, by distance:
Ultimate Comics
Crowemag Toys
Capitol Comics
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