pixivision - Illustration features tagged shops

Drawings of Shopping - Retail Therapy

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0900

Shopping can be the perfect little pick-me-up in our everyday lives. Whether it’s updating your wardrobe, indulging in something tasty, or simply enjoying some window shopping on a day off, everyone has their own favorite way to shop. Treating yourself to something special or spending time mulling over what to buy can be just the mood boost you need.

Shop ‘til you drop with this collection of illustrations featuring shopping.

Drawings of Cafés - Espresso Yourself

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0900

Stepping into a cozy café warms the heart and immediately helps you unwind. How do you like to spend your time at a café? Whether it’s savoring a cup of coffee or indulging in a slice of cake while mellow music plays in the background, it’s the perfect recipe for bliss. Sometimes, it’s so relaxing you might even drift off into daydreams.

Perk up your day with this collection of illustrations featuring cafés.

Drawings Featuring Laundromats - Taking a Spin

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 17:00:00 +0900

Laundromats are places for customers to wash and dry clothes. The rows of large washers and dryers with their round windows create a slightly surreal atmosphere, one that leaves a strong impression in illustrations.

Get a load of these illustrations featuring laundromats.

Drawings Featuring Convenience Stores - Open 24/7

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0900

Whether it’s just after dawn or the dead of the night, convenience stores are always there when you need them. The excitement of browsing shelves packed with endless choices, the calm of an empty store late at night… Artists capture the everyday charms of convenience stores in these delightful illustrations.

Grab a bite with your favorite characters with this collection of drawings featuring convenience stores.

Drawings of People Shopping - Channel Your Inner Pro Shopper ♪

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0900

Although buying things online has never been easier, it’s far too easy to overspend and regret your purchases later. Shopping in person, on the other hand, can help you slow down and think twice about exclaiming, “Take my money!” at a bewildered cashier, and the weight of your shopping bags can also help bring you back to reality. Besides, there’s something exciting about being able to see and touch items in person, don’t you think? Even if you end up not buying anything, a day spent window shopping can be just as satisfying as a day spent doing retail therapy.

Fancy a little shopping spree? Come tag along on these characters’ shopping adventures and see what they fill their baskets with!

Drawings of Characters at the Laundromat - Round and Round the Laundry Goes

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0900

On rainy days when you can’t hang your laundry outside to dry, you might find yourself walking to your nearest laundromat to give your clothes a wash and tumble. With their brightly lit interior and neat rows of washers and dryers, laundromats can feel simultaneously mundane and surreal, as though a story or jam session is waiting to happen. Just be careful not to doze off while staring at the spinning laundry or open the door while the washer is running!

Are you ready to tackle your laundry and take your clothes for a refreshing spin?

Drawings Taking Place at Florists - Flowers for a Special Someone

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0900

Unless you regularly buy flowers for your home, most of us probably only visit florists for special occasions. Walking into one can be both a relaxing and exciting experience, and you might even get butterflies in your stomach while picking out some flowers for that special someone. Roses, carnations, daffodils, tulips… The options are endless, and the very act of deliberating what flowers would make the people you love happiest is in itself a caring gesture.

Will you be buying flowers for anyone soon? If not, you can always buy flowers for yourself to brighten your day!

Drawings of Convenience Stores - What’s the Latest Treat?

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 18:00:00 +0900

Nowadays, it’s hard to imagine life without convenience stores, even in the remotest of towns. These (usually) 24-hour stores are a godsend for many people, especially those with late-night or extra early-morning needs. Whether you need to withdraw emergency cash because the restaurant wouldn’t take credit cards, buy a drink to fuel your study session, or simply want to check out the latest desserts, convenience stores have your back!

Moreover, being open all night sometimes means meeting a motley crew of eccentric customers—just ask any of your friends who work at a convenience store, and you’re bound to be entertained by their stories.

Do you have a favorite convenience store chain? Keep scrolling to see if it’s featured below!

Drawings Featuring American-Style Diners - What Can I Get You Today?

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 17:00:00 +0900

While some trends are destined to die down, others can experience a resurgence in later years thanks to the power of nostalgia. Here in Japan, American-style diners of the 50s are the cool new kids in town, enticing people with their checkerboard floors, plush red sofas, and colorful aesthetic. Get a booth with your friend and order a burger and milkshake for an authentic movielike experience!

Whether you’re meeting up for a cute first date, planning a heist, or traveling back in time to play matchmaker for your parents, diners are the perfect place to set things in motion. Enjoy!

Drawings Featuring Dagashi Shops - A “Sweet” Trip Down Memory Lane

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0900

Dagashiya, or penny candy stores, are a staple of many people’s childhoods in Japan, often recalled fondly for their affordability and colorful array of sweets. You may remember walking into one or a similar store as a kid, pocket money in hand, and deliberating which snacks to buy with the few coins you had. Although most of us can now afford to buy whatever penny candy we want, there’s still something wonderfully nostalgic about dagashi shops and their dozens of shelves and baskets dedicated to kid-friendly snacks.

Take a trip down memory lane with these characters and share their childlike wonder as they search for the perfect treat! Do you have a favorite snack from your childhood that you still enjoy?

Drawings Themed Around Shopping - Shop ’Til You Drop!

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0900

If you can’t stop thinking about it, buy it! There’s no harm in a little retail therapy every now and then! Not to mention shopping can be an excellent form of cardio as you wander from shop to shop with an ever-increasing number of bags in hand. From everyday grocery shopping to thrifting or the occasional splurge, hunting down the best deals or finding that perfect item for your wardrobe can be a magical, adrenaline-boosting experience! And even if you end up not buying anything, the mere act can be a simple yet rewarding treat in itself.

What’s your favorite aspect of shopping? Tag along on the following characters’ shopping adventures and fill your (imaginary) baskets with them!

Drawings Featuring Coin Laundries - Around and Around and...

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:00:00 +0900

Where the low-level rumbling of the industrial-sized machines never ends... Wash cycle, dry cycles, turning round and round, tired people just waiting for their laundry to be done so they can haul it back home... There's an energy and out-of-time atmosphere in a coin laundry that comes through even in an illustration.

If you've experienced it for yourself, you'll probably be able to recognize it in the illustrations below.

Drawings Featuring Convenience Stores - What You Need, They Probably Have

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 17:00:00 +0900

Convenience stores in Japan can be quite a culture shock for many visitors just because of... their convenience. You can go there to pay your electric and water bills, buy movie tickets, send packages, buy stationery, and of course treat yourself to some quick and tasty meals. A majority of locations are open 24 hours a day, which certainly helps boost their advantages.

Though Abigail Williams (from Fate/Grand Order) is enjoying her snacks while sitting outside of a convenience store, many locations actually have dedicated areas where you can sit and eat your food.

Have any of the illustrations below inspired your next trip to a convenience store?

Drawings of Characters at the Laundromat - Putting a Different Spin on Things

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Have you ever been to a laundromat? The long rows of huge washers and dryers can make you feel as though you’ve somehow stepped into another world. Although many can wind up spending long amounts of time waiting for their clothes to be cleaned, don't feel tempted to hop into any of the machines like you see some of the characters below doing.

You can, however, take your imagination for a spin!

Drawings Set in Bars - Where Drinks Flow Freely

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Alcohol has been a staple of many societies since it was first discovered. Bars and pubs grew out of a desire for a laid back atmosphere to socialize with others, be they friends or strangers. In recent decades, trendy bars also serve delicious cocktails made by professional bartenders.

Do you want to visit any of the bars featured below? Seventh Heaven, run by the lovely Tifa Lockhart (from Final Fantasy VII), is definitely on many otaku’s list of musts.

Drawings of Cafes - Tea, Coffee, or…?

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Cafes tend to offer a more intimate atmosphere when compared to most other foodservice types. They’re often quieter, and while they do serve some food, the main focus is on their non-alcoholic beverages. This makes them a great location to read a book — or go on a date.

Which of the cafes below do you want to visit the most?

Drawings of Arcades - What Do You Want to Play?

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Arcades have largely fallen out of favor in the West, simply due to competition from gaming consoles. They’re still a common sight in Japan, however, where claw machines and racing games are among the most familiar games. Their all-ages approach makes them a go-to hangout spot for friends and a date destination for couples.

Have you ever played games in an arcade? If not, what sort of activities do younger folks do where you’re from?

Drawings of Florists - A Flower Garden for the Whole Town

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Florists, also called flower shops, sell a wide variety of gorgeously-colored flowers, which brightens the day of their customers. They’re overflowing with greenery that almost makes you feel like you’re in a flower field…

How would you depict a florist in an illustration?

Drawings of Karaoke - Sing Your Heart Out!

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0900

One iconic pastime in Japan is karaoke - in fact, “karaoke” is actually a loanword from Japanese. Karaoke establishments usually rent out small rooms where you can sing with your friends. Most offer food and drink services, making it a great way to relieve stress as you sing your heart out.

Is there a song you really want to sing with your friends? How would you depict that excitement in a drawing?

Drawings of Movie Theaters - The Big Screen!

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Movie theaters have an impressively large screen to show your favorite films. They offer an entirely different experience than what you can get when watching at home. Theaters often have the latest in sound technology, but older movies aren’t shown and so you may not get the theater experience for them.

What is your most memorable visit to a movie theater? Or, if you haven’t been, what do you think it’d be like?