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Best Things to Do in Ginza

Shopping district brimming with luxury

Updated: September 1, 2024

Here are some of the best places to enjoy Ginza in Tokyo.

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1. アートアクアリウム

Art Aquarium Goldfish and light fuse to create contemporary Japanese art

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Ginza

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Art Aquarium

Art Aquarium
Art Aquarium
Art Aquarium
Art Aquarium
Art Aquarium
Art Aquarium

Art Aquarium is a unique exhibition space that combines contemporary Japanese art and aquarium art. The exhibit revolves around traditional Japanese fish, especially goldfish. The goldfish on display swim amidst colorful lighting and artistic aquarium designs. Visitors can appreciate the beauty of these underwater creatures in a fantastic atmosphere.

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Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Entrance reception/same-day tickets: 9th floor of the new building)

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Access Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, Hibiya Line
"Ginza Station" A7 exit is immediate
Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
5-minute walk from Ginza-itchome Station (Exit 9)
Toei Asakusa Line/Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
"Higashi Ginza Station" 2 minutes walk via the underground passage in the direction of Ginza Station
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9-minute walk from Yurakucho Station (Central Exit/Ginza Exit)
Official Site Art Aquarium

2. 銀座歩行者天国

Ginza Pedestrian Paradise Ginza's main street, which is pedestrian-only during limited hours

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Chuo City

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Street

Ginza Pedestrian Paradise
Ginza Pedestrian Paradise
Ginza Pedestrian Paradise
Ginza Pedestrian Paradise

Ginza Pedestrian Paradise is an event in which Ginza Chuo-dori is closed to vehicular traffic and becomes a pedestrian-only area on weekends and holidays. During this time, the street is crowded with people enjoying shopping and strolling. Various performances and food stalls also appear, making it possible to enjoy the lively atmosphere of Ginza even more.

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〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8 Chome, Central street

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3. 東急プラザ 銀座キリコテラス

Tokyu Plaza Ginza Chirico Terrace A terrace located on the roof of this shopping mall

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Chuo City

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Rooftop Vantage point

Tokyu Plaza Ginza Chirico Terrace
Tokyu Plaza Ginza Chirico Terrace

Tokyu Plaza Ginza Chirico Terrace is the rooftop garden of Tokyu Plaza Ginza. It consists of two zones, the “Green Side” with its lush greenery and the “Waterside” with its swimming pool, and offers a panoramic view of the Ginza skyline. During the day, the terrace is bathed in natural light, while at night it is illuminated to offer a beautiful view. It is a popular place to relax between shopping trips or as a photo spot with friends and family.

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〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 5 Chome−2−1 Tokyu Plaza RF

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4. セイコーハウス 時計塔

The clock tower of Seiko House Clock tower of one of the landmarks of Ginza

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Chuo City

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Landmark Photo spot

The clock tower of Seiko House
The clock tower of Seiko House

The clock tower of Seiko House Ginza is one of the landmarks of Ginza. The building also serves as a showroom for Seiko, the famous Japanese watch manufacturer, where watches are displayed and sold. The clock tower itself is also well known for its unique design and serves not only to tell the time, but also as a symbol of the city. For the Japanese, it has value as a place that symbolizes the fusion of technology and history.

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4 Chome-5-11 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061

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5. 築地場外市場

Tsukiji Outside Market Markets offering fresh seafood

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Chuo City

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Market

Tsukiji Outside Market
Tsukiji Outside Market
Tsukiji Outside Market
Tsukiji Outside Market

The Tsukiji Outside Market is a famous market in Tsukiji, Tokyo, known especially for its fresh seafood and Japanese produce. The Tsukiji Outside Market is popular among Japanese and tourists from all over the world because there are many restaurants serving fresh seafood, especially sushi restaurants where you can enjoy sushi made from fish that has been processed on the spot.

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4 Chome, Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, and part of 6-chome

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6. 松屋銀座

Matsuya Ginza Large department store with diverse merchandise and art exhibits

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Chuo City

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Shopping mall

Matsuya Ginza
Matsuya Ginza

Matsuya Ginza is a large department store located in the main shopping area of Ginza. It features a wide variety of products ranging from the latest fashions to interior goods and delicious gourmet foods. Matsuya Ginza also has an art gallery that frequently exhibits works of art. For Japanese people, it is a useful place to check out new trends and a shopping destination that caters to a wide range of needs, from casual to formal.

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3 Chome-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-8130

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7. 銀座三越

Ginza Mitsukoshi Long-established department store with luxury brands

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Chuo City

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Shopping mall

Ginza Mitsukoshi
Ginza Mitsukoshi

Ginza Mitsukoshi is a well-established department store located in the heart of Tokyo’s Ginza district. The store is known for its high quality merchandise and outstanding customer service, and offers a wide variety of luxury brands in fashion, jewelry, and cosmetics. The food floor is also extremely well stocked, offering a wide variety of sweets from traditional Japanese sweets to international sweets from around the world. For Japanese people, it has become a regular shopping destination for high quality products and a place to select special gifts.

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4 Chome-6-16 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-8212

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8. 銀座シックス

GINZA SIX A luxury mall featuring luxury brand stores. In addition to shopping

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Chuo City

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Unique architecture Shopping mall

GINZA SIX
GINZA SIX
GINZA SIX
GINZA SIX

Ginza Six is a relatively new shopping complex in Ginza, a luxury mall featuring luxury brand stores. In addition to shopping, visitors can enjoy art galleries, bookstores, and fine restaurants. The facility’s modern design attracts visitors from Japan and abroad. For the Japanese, it is a place where they can enjoy luxury on special occasions.

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6 Chome-10-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061

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9. 東急プラザ銀座

Tokyu Plaza Ginza Large shopping mall in the heart of Ginza

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Chuo City

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Shopping mall

Tokyu Plaza Ginza
Tokyu Plaza Ginza
Tokyu Plaza Ginza

Tokyu Plaza Ginza is a large shopping mall located in the heart of Ginza. It houses many of the latest fashion, accessory, and cosmetic brand stores. There is also a garden on the rooftop where visitors can take a rest between purchases. For Japanese people, it is a convenient and modern facility used for daily shopping and dining with friends.

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5 Chome-2-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061

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10. コニカミノルタ プラネタリアTOKYO

Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO Planetarium combining the latest technology with music and stories

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Chiyoda City

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Planetarium

Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO
Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO
Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO

Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO is a state-of-the-art planetarium located in Yurakucho, Tokyo. It uses the latest technology to realistically reproduce the beauty of the starry sky, providing audiences with a space travel-like experience. Programs include not only astronomical observations, but also shows that combine music and stories, and are enjoyed by a wide range of audiences, from children to adults.

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〒100-0006 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Yurakucho, 2 Chome−5−1, Yurakucho Center Building, 9F

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Official Site Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO

11. 歌舞伎座

Kabukiza Theatre Kabuki, one of the most representative traditional Japanese performing arts

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Chuo City

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Japanese culture Theater

Kabukiza Theatre
Kabukiza Theatre

Kabukiza Theatre is a theater where one can watch kabuki, a traditional Japanese performing art, and is located in Ginza, Tokyo. The theater was built in 1899 and is famous for its historical architecture. Kabuki performances, known for their magnificent costumes and flamboyant performances, are held inside the theater, offering an in-depth experience of Japanese culture. It is considered a cultural icon for the Japanese and an important place for families and culture lovers visiting for special occasions.

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4 Chome-12-15 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061

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Official Site Kabukiza Theatre

12. 東京国際フォーラム

Tokyo International Forum Multipurpose facility with unique architectural design

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Chiyoda City

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Unique architecture

Tokyo International Forum
Tokyo International Forum

Tokyo International Forum is a multi-purpose facility located near Tokyo Station. The facility, which hosts domestic and international concerts, exhibitions, and conferences, is also known for its unique architectural design. It features an exterior that resembles the sails of a ship with glass walls, a vast lobby, and multiple halls.

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3 Chome-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005

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Official Site Tokyo International Forum

Tokyo's Local Cuisine

1. 江戸前寿司

Edomae Sushi Sushi made with fresh seafood from Tokyo Bay

Edomae Sushi is made with fresh seafood from Tokyo Bay and is a symbol of Tokyo’s sushi culture. The artisanal skills of the sushi chefs are evident in the nigirizushi and makizushi, and the high-end sushi restaurants in Tsukiji Market and Ginza are particularly famous.

2. ラーメン

Ramen Various ramen from all over Japan

Tokyo is teeming with a wide variety of ramen restaurants. You can enjoy a variety of soups, such as soy sauce, salt, miso, and tonkotsu (pork bone). Tokyo’s ramen is especially popular among tourists because of its unique style and abundance of toppings.

3. うな重

Unaju Grilled broiled eel on a bed of rice

Unaju is extremely popular. Unaju is a dish consisting of grilled broiled eel on a bed of rice. In particular, unajyu served at long-established restaurants that have been in business since the Edo period offers a traditional taste.

4. もんじゃ焼き

Monjayaki Famous Teppanyaki Cuisine

Monjayaki is a teppan-yaki dish famous in downtown Tokyo, especially in the Tsukishima area. Ingredients such as cabbage, seafood, and meat are mixed into a thin batter and grilled on a teppan grill. It is a homey and familiar dish for locals, as they enjoy grilling it by themselves.

5. ちゃんこ鍋

Chanko-Nabe One-pot meals eaten by sumo wrestlers in their rooms on a daily basis

Chanko-nabe is a nabe dish served at the famous sumo stables in the Ryogoku district of Tokyo. It is nutritious and hearty, with plenty of meat, fish, and vegetables. Chanko-nabe is known as a dish used by sumo wrestlers to improve their physical strength.

6. 油そば

Aburasoba A kind of ramen without soup

Aburasoba is a type of ramen with no broth, a dish in which noodles are tossed with sauce. In Tokyo, there are many restaurants specializing in this dish, and with a wide variety of toppings, it is a fun way to customize the dish to your own taste.

7. 天ぷら

Tempura Fried dishes with fresh seafood and vegetables

Tempura in Tokyo is a deep-fried dish made with fresh seafood and vegetables and characterized by the Edo-mae technique. Its crispy texture and simple seasoning that makes the most of the flavors of the ingredients are appealing.

8. 深川めし

Fukagawa-meshi Rice cooked with clams

Fukagawa-meshi is a dish that originated in the Fukagawa district of downtown Tokyo. Typical dishes include rice cooked with clams and rice topped with miso soup with clams. This dish began as a fisherman’s dish and is still loved by the locals today, a simple yet delicious dish that shows the bounty of the sea.