Location: Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi
Top Things to do in Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi
What to do and see in Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi, Kanto: The Best Department Stores
Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
Restaurants in Tokyo
1. Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store
Overall Ratings
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!
2. Ginza Mitsukoshi
Overall Ratings
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.
3. Wako Ginza
4. Matsuya Ginza
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 310 reviews
This is the first-ever department store in Ginza. It contains mostly premium fashion, beauty, and homeware brands. There's also an impressive two-level food hall in the basement.
Reviewed By 126marivicd - Venice, Italy
Go to basement 1 and you will find their foodcourt. There are many authentic Japanese food and gift items to bring home to loved ones. At the top floor there are many fine dining restaurants.
5. Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C.
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By deckchairtraveller - Sydney, Australia
It's not too far a walk from Yaesu (east) station entrance. It was opened in 1933 and in the 'Art Deco' style. Try the elevator with a lass (white gloves n' hat) operating it and explaining to all on-board what's on each floor. The when I asked for a photo of the elevator's controls, she explained in detail, "the date it opened and the Otis built in USA lift"
6. Daimaru Tokyo
7. Hankyu Men's Tokyo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
