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 that's really me at Ginza by Wild_Orchid
Big name designers such as Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Max Mara, Gucci, Cartier and new-comers Zara sit alongside Japan's famous Mikimoto and Japanese department stores such as Mitsukoshi (this branch dated back to the Meiji era!), Core, Matsuya, Seibu and Matsuzakaya.
A really large Shiseido store and the famous Sony showroom (at the Sotobori-dori St and Harumi-Dori intersection) are also some of the must-see sights when in Ginza.
Nearby the Ginza 4-chome intsersection, there are many large clocks at the outside of certain department stores. At every hour, you may want to wait outside to watch the big clocks chime. The figurines and clockworks are quite beautiful and the sound of bells, lovely to your ears.
The famous Tsukiji Fish Market is also in Ginza. I didn't get a chance to visit, but if you want to go there to observe the world famous fish auctions, you would need to get there in the early mornings, before 7 am. The Market opens at 5am.
The Japanese ladies penchant for tidy, well-cut dresses (a 'la 1950's style) in sweet green, pink and lilac pastels could be found at all department stores. The clothing & accessories are extremely good quality and well-tailored, but naturally, with a healthy price-tag as well. For example, the Zara stores in Malaysia & Singapore are certainly cheaper than those in Ginza, although merchandise was similar.
Price of make-up & skin-care was about the same as in Singapore and Malaysia. You can have a free make-over while watching the people go by. I certainly enjoyed trying out the testers at Mitsokoshi to put a little more colour onto my face after my overnight flight!.
Max out on your credit card, but only if you have someone else who will pick up the tab later! Leave a Comment Theme: Department StoreDirections: %On the Ginza line exit at Ginza Substation. Start your walk at the famous Ginza 4-chome intersection of Chuo-dori St and Harumi-Dori St. Website stated below is in Japanese, English and KoreanWebsite: http://www.chuo-kanko.or.jp
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 Matsuzakaya, Mitsukoshi by o00o
Mostly branded staffs like LV, Channel, Prada etc
Credit cards such as Master, Visa, Amex and Dinners are basically acceptable in Japan, do not forgat to ask before you buy. Leave a Comment Theme: Women's ClothesDirections: Ginza Line, Oedo Line, Marunouchi Line
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 Where hubby and I used to
work! by yen_2
Best items I have now is my Samurai Stainless Steel Sword! I love it.... and it really shows off Japanese Traditions.
You can spend all your money since Tokyo is more expensive than expected! Leave a Comment Theme: Department Store
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 GINZA in the rains with a
parasol by AusPinay
Luckily we found this little parasol shop just in front of a big department store a few minutes' walk from the SONY Building. It is right at the entrance of the building so it is easily visible to anyone passing by the huge intersection called the GINZA 4-chrome intersection, which has become GINZA shopping districts familiar landmark!
The male Japanese shopkeeper was really friendly. At first hubby and I got one for each of us worth around 524 yen. Then my youngest got jealous and found some nice ones with animal shaped handles. The shopkeeper said they cost "many many money" and suggested something cheaper (he saw we had raincoats already and probably thought getting expensive umbrellas were too much,LOL!). Anyway, it turned out to be really nice also with an animal handle and only cost 500 yen. That did it for my son and he happily chose a yellow kids' umbrella with an elephant handle.
(My boys got inspired to buy them as most Japanese seem to carry one - rain or shine! Japanese of all ages, men and women have an umbrella as part of their daily trek to work, school, shopping, etc.)
I also got three nicely designed stockings (all made in Japan) and pure cotton black long socks for 1,050 yen for three pairs! Bargain!
WHO SAYS GINZA is EXPENSIVE? ( Well, we are not really label conscious so...)
parasols/umbrellas of various sizes
around 500 yen for the average umbrella
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 by dalinkwent
Look for the shops underneath the bridges for discount used kimonos. The big shops are fun to check out. Dress like the pimp you are and blend in with the rich folk. Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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 by TexasDave
Keep in mind that most of the electronics, cmeras, etc, do not carry a U.S. guarantee. Leave a Comment Theme: Department StoreDirections: Ginza District (Metro Ginza Station)
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 by angelochka
better no long sleeves..t-shirts are ok!
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This is the shopping district where you can find department stores, high design and expensive brands boutiques, restaurants, etc. There are the world famous Sony Building and Wako store. The corners of Chuo and Harumi streets is the perfect point to start to take a walk as in my case, because I didn't buy anything! Leave a Comment
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Ginza is well known as the Luxury Shopping Capital of Japan
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