Shopping Spots by areas in Tokyo central

There are countless shopping spots in Tokyo and local souvenirs make shopping more enjoyable.

Tokyo has all kinds of shopping spots, from Ginza, where all high-end department stores and shops gather, to Harajuku, a town for young people that creates a unique culture, to Akihabara, a sanctuary for anime and electrical appliances.

Tips

• The “Depachika (basement of a department store)” is full of take-out gourmet food. Tasting is also possible
• Cafes and restaurants in department stores are perfect for shopping breaks

Ginza

Ginza is home to international brand stores, showrooms, and luxury department stores. The intersection where “Wako”, “Ginza Mitsukoshi” and “NISSAN CROSSING” gather is a symbol of Ginza.
The new landmark “GINZA SIX” also has cutting-edge fashion brands and gourmet food. In addition, there are small boutiques, kimono shops, and art galleries on the back streets such as “Ginza 6-Chome Suzuran Dori” and “Azuma Dori”.

Shinjuku

In the terminal station building, there is a commercial facility “LUMINE Shinjuku” and you can find fashion brands and cafes lined up.

At the south exit, there are stylish shopping malls and department stores such as “NEWoMan”, “Shinjuku Takashimaya”, “Tokyu Hands Shinjuku Store” and “Kinokuniya Bookstore Shinjuku Main Store”.

At the east exit, a luxury department store “Isetan Shinjuku” and a complex of Bic Camera and UNIQLO “BICQLO” give you more options.

The back streets are dotted with lively restaurants, cafes, and specialty stores. Also, don’t miss “Sekaido“, a huge store for art-related products.

Shibuya

Shibuya has been popular as a center of youth fashion with reasonable items and is currently undergoing changes due to redevelopment around the station.

On the west side, “SHIBUYA109” and “Center Street“, the center of youth culture, have many kinds of fashionable apparel stores. There is “Shibuya Hikarie” in the eastern area, where you can enjoy shopping and art, and it is recommended for adults in their 30s and over.

If you want unique souvenirs and household items, “Shibuya Loft” or “Tokyu Hands Shibuya” are the place to go.

Harajuku

“Takeshita Street”, which is right next to “Harajuku” station, is always crowded with tourists and young people from all over the world. This street is lined with shops selling unique costumes and T-shirts, and there are also many crepe shops.

In Omotesando, there are luxury brand shops and commercial complexes such as Omotesando Hills. You can buy the latest character goods at “Kiddy Land Harajuku“.

Cat Street, with its cutting-edge street fashion shops, is perfect for a walk.

Aoyama

The area around “Omotesando” station is lined with high-brand shops. “Prada Boutique Aoyama” is also located here, and its characteristic glass architecture is outstanding.

Japan’s leading brands “Issey Miyake” and “COMME des GARCONS”, and select store “Super A Market” gather in this area.

For a break, we recommend “COMMUNE 2nd” where restaurants are lined up like stalls and trying matcha latte at “Cafe Fox”. Moreover, there are lifestyle shops and the Nezu Museum in Omotesando as well.

Akihabara

Known as the city of electrical appliances and anime, Akihabara has a wide variety of items, from vintage games to rare toys, to the latest cameras and computer shops.

The huge “Yodobashi Camera” right in front of the station sells a wide range of products, from home appliances to stationery.

Also, if you walk toward “Ueno”, you will find “2k540 AKI-OKA ARTISAN“, a store of innovative crafts and craftsmen.

Asakusa

Many of the shops around “Nakamise Shopping Street” have hundreds of years of local crafts. Find your favorite traditional items at “Edo Kiriko” and paulownia furniture stores. Craft shops and retro cafes are lined up on “Orange Street” near Nakamise Shopping Street. To the east of Sensoji Temple, “Kappabashi Tool Street” is famous for kitchen utensils.