Ginza shop list

Ginza is home to Japan’s oldest and most prestigious department stores, many of which carry Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel and Prada.

Mistsukoshi Departent Store is particularly one that dates back to the Meiji Era. It is one of Japan’s first Western style department store. For over three centuries, this store has ranked as a well-renowned department store in Asia, with loyal patrons coming as far as overseas. Phone 81-33-535-9388
Wako Department Store is also famous for its foreign goods, particularly watches, porcelain and jewelry. One of the few buildings left after the war, it is located in the heart of Ginza, with its famous clock tower as the district’s distinctive landmark. Its clock tower plays the same chimes heard at Westminster Abbey in London. Phone 03-3562-2111.

One of the oldest and largest toy stores in Japan, Hakuhinkan Toy Park is situated at the south end of Ginza-dori. It sells particularly unique toys that are only available to them. Ginza 8-8-11; Phone 03-3571-8008.

The Sony Building is located just right after Sukiyabashi crossing. Here of course, is where you can find all the very latest Sony gadgets on display. There is even a high vision theatre, a broadcasting studio and several room layouts and models for home theater enthusiast to take inspirations from.

Demonstrations are held throughout the day between 10:00 am to 8:00pm.
The seven levels of The Apple Store, with its pearly white cube like structure, offer all of the latest Apple products. It is found in the corner of Chuo-dori and Matsuya-dori.

Tasaki Pearl Gallery is a famous store engaging in the cultivation, processing, and sale of pearls. It is also a maker of jewelry watches. On its upper floors are displays of railroad models with the same intricacies as its jewelry watches. The store opens at 9:00 am to 6:00pm; Phone 03-5561-8880.

In Ginza, brand shops like Gucci or Coach are found on Namiki Street.