What to do and see in Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi, Kanto: The Best Department Stores

May 21, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

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

1-4-1 Nihombashi Muromachi, Chuo 103-0022 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3241-3311 http://www.mitsukoshi.mistore.jp/nihombashi.html;jsessionid=f9Q7wgcEWMNYXrlX9xsc8DaL4ExrXUgKWVkIN9LvuEYxdWoDEeMe!-1359297195
Excellent
28%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 273 reviews

Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store

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

4-6-16, Ginza, Chuo 104-8212 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3562-1111 http://www.mitsukoshi.mistore.jp/ginza.html;jsessionid=5uI8_mdsfewKWCxlqdA7z1j7jQH9ZyA8b86i9p8AHrdlYUsOuU-d!175020705
Excellent
36%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 503 reviews

Ginza Mitsukoshi

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

4-5-11, Ginza, Chuo 104-8105 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3562-2111 http://www.wako.co.jp/
Excellent
26%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 119 reviews

Wako Ginza

4. Matsuya Ginza

3-6-1, Ginza, Chuo 104-8130 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3567-1211 http://www.matsuya.com/m_ginza/
Excellent
27%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 310 reviews

Matsuya Ginza

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.

2-4-1, Nihonbashi, Chuo 103-8265 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3211-4111 http://www.takashimaya.co.jp/nihombashi/
Excellent
32%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 153 reviews

Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C.

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

1-9-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda 100-6701 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3212-8011 https://www.daimaru.co.jp/tokyo/
Excellent
6%
Good
76%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 17 reviews

Daimaru Tokyo

7. Hankyu Men's Tokyo

2-5-1, Yurakucho, Chiyoda 100-8488 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-6252-1381 https://www.hankyu-dept.co.jp/mens-tokyo/
Excellent
25%
Good
75%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

8. Marunouchi Loft

2-4-1 Marunouchi Bldg 4F, Marunouchi, Chiyoda 100-6304 Tokyo Prefecture +81 3-3211-6210 http://www.loft.co.jp/shop_list/detail.php?shop_id=197

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