Ginza Yon-chome crossing

The glitziest place in Tokyo, and indeed in all of Japan, is Ginza, where long-standing department stores and boutiques offering luxury goods of all kinds have their flagship locations. In recent years, many first-class European and American labels, including Hermes of Paris, have also opened boutiques in Ginza. Ginza is where East meets West in a battle for upscale retail supremacy. Strolling through Ginza - if only to window-shop - is a favorite pastime, and on weekends this district is packed with pedestrians of all ages. The heart of the district is the Ginza Yon-chome crossing, an intersection surrounded by famous department stores. This bustling intersection is also within easy walking distance of the Kabukiza theater and Hibiya Park. index | previous | next