Top Things to do in Chuo
Top 10 Free Things to do in Chuo, Kanto
Discover the best top things to do in Chuo, Japan including Ginza, Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Bank of Japan Currency Museum, Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, Ginza Mitsukoshi, Nihonbashi Bridge, Harumi Wharf, Suitengu Shrine, Tsukiji Jogai Market, Ginza Namiki-dori.
Restaurants in Chuo
1. Ginza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,737 reviews
This large neighborhood is home to many stores and restaurants and is a favorite destination for the youth of Tokyo.
Reviewed By YairBarZohar - Qiryat Ata, Israel
This district, considered one of the most exclusive shopping areas in the world, has the largest concentration of Western brands in Japan, including Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and many others. You will also find huge stores of leading electronics companies, including Apple and Sony. Every Sunday and Saturday, from 12:00 to 17:00, the main street that passes through the Ginza district becomes a "pedestrian paradise" and is closed to vehicular traffic, so it's the best time to get there.
2. Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
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4.0 based on 1,022 reviews
Tsukiji Hongwanji is a branch temple of Nishi (West) Hongwanji in Kyoto. The current Main Worship Hall was designed by Ito Chuta and rebuilt in 1934 after being destroyed by the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. The Main Worship Hall, Gate Posts (Main Gate, North Gate and South Gate) and Stone Wall were designated as Important Cultural Properties in 2014.
Reviewed By melissamontovino - Shinjuku, Japan
Enter the temple to pray and show respect to God. Very ornate; of Indian influence. There are very clean restrooms inside and no fee to enter.
3. Bank of Japan Currency Museum
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4.0 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By geographyguy_11
I am no economist but I do love a good central bank museum. The Bank of Japan was no exception and offers a wealth of information about Japanese history inside its small display. The security staff at the entry were helpful in giving me an English guide to the exhibits, with further leaflets available in the museum itself. It is extremely comprehensive, detailing the history of currency in Japan from gold and silver ingots to the first paper money to the reforms required as the country opened up to the West during the Meiji period. This museum helped me put some of the things I had learnt at other museums in context. There are a set of stamps to collect as you go around and lots of coins, notes and associated objects to inspect. Well worth a trip if you love history, politics or old money!
4. Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store
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4.0 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By OZS_ATW - Budapest, Hungary
It is the oldest department store in Japan. I liked it so much. The shops offer state of the art items with high prices. It is an absolute must to see while staying in Tokyo. A MUST SEE attraction!
5. Ginza Mitsukoshi
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4.0 based on 503 reviews
This is the oldest surviving department store chain in Japan. Its floors offer menswear, womenswear, accessories, children's wear, toys, and household goods. It's also popular for its large food hall.
Reviewed By CathFromTexas
If you are a shopper, this is the place to be! A 12 story department store with upscale designer brands. Even if you are a not a shopper, the bottom three floors are the “food court” floors. They are out of this world! The most beautiful food and everything you could possible imagine. The food floors are a must see! If you are looking for Japanese souvenirs, this is not the right place. This is upscale shopping. The 7th floor is fun and has good gift items and home decor. I like to shop so I enjoyed this department store. It is so elegant and the displays are just gorgeous.
6. Nihonbashi Bridge
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4.0 based on 790 reviews
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Reviewed By hktn2020 - Tokyo, Japan
This famous stone bridge is the birthplace of Tokyo. Built in 1603, the bridge was declared the starting point of 5 key routes across Japan. Even today, seven national roads are measured from here. A metal plate in the road marks the exact spot where all distances are measured. The bridge is decorated auspiciously with statues of mythical Kirin creatures.
7. Harumi Wharf
8. Suitengu Shrine
9. Tsukiji Jogai Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,895 reviews
Reviewed By danielvJ7722IT - Darwin, Australia
The fish markets are huge, I spent about 3 hours walking around the area. Try sampling some of the fresh seafood, I had the best sea urchin (umi) that I had ever had (so creamy), the largest fish eggs which pop in the mouth and delicious oysters with a favor that I can describe.
10. Ginza Namiki-dori
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4.0 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By OZS_ATW - Budapest, Hungary
This area offers you simply the best products in a super clean environment. Fifth Avenue, Oxford Street are just lagging behind thousands of miles...
