MITSUKOSHI DEPARTMENT STORE

The oldest surviving department store chain in Japan, visit the main Mitsukoshi department store for the finest shopping experience in Japan. This flagship branch started out in 1673 as a well known kimono seller called Echigaya and has transformed its way into the most prestigious department store in Japan. It’s home to all brands, both domestic and international. The store has a touch of the Edo period (1603-1868) to it, where there promotions are done so in styles from that time. When doors open at 10am, get greeted by a row of staff lined up with a respectful bow for your shopping experience here.

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Address: 1 Chome-4-1 Nihonbashimuromachi, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-8001, Japan

Hours: 10am - 7pm

Website: https://cp.mistore.jp/global/en/nihombashi.html

How to get there: A 3 minute walk from Nihonbashi Station, Exit B12 on the Ginza Line.