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The 5 Best "Must Not Miss" Shopping Stores In Tokyo

Okamoto N.

by GoWithGuide travel specialist:Okamoto N.

Last updated : Sep 16, 20134 min read

Shopping

Shopping in Tokyo can be a breeze, and you can do it anywhere. The important question is where to go. This land of wonders and beauty is known for its lovely shopping stores. It is the best season for the ladies visiting here to see and buy their favorite accessories and fashion items. Let me make your choice easier. Here is the list of best five shopping stores in Tokyo which you must not miss in this season.

 

Venus Fort, Odaiba 

 

If I have to name a dream land in Tokyo, then it is Venus Fort. Why? Because its spectacular beauty and refreshing atmosphere has made me crazy about this place. The most amazing thing which attracts the eyes of the tourists towards Venus fort is the artificial sun. This artificial sun is especially created in a way that it sets and rises every thirty minutes. This spacious point is one of my favorite tourist attractions in Tokyo as it has everything which can delight me in no time. It has everything for the tourists to enjoy with such as restaurants with delicious cuisines, cafes, fashion outlets, jewelry shops and of course a movie theater. So if you want to spend your luxury time in a very relaxing atmosphere accompanied by awesome shopping then Venus fort is the right point for you.

 

Address
1-3-15 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0064
Access
Aomi Station, Yurikamome Line
Tokyo Teleport Station, Rinkai Line
Open: 11:00am-9:00pm

 

 

Don Quijote, Akihabara

 

It is basically a discount chain store with its branches spread in more than 150 locations of Japan. Various products such as groceries, electronic items, dresses and children toys can easily be have from this multi branched store. Due to the special discounts on the items offered here, this store is one of the favorite of tourists. The very first branch of Donquijote was being opened in Tokyo in 1980. Since that time, this store is named to be the only wholesale point to switch on the availability of numerous products at awesome discounts, facilitating both the low budget local people and tourists.

 

Address
4-3-3 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Open: 24 hours a day

 

 

Lalaport, Toyosu

Lala Port, a great shopping mall, was opened in 1981 for the tourists and local people to visit at. Since that time, Lala Port has succeeded in making itself a top notch shopping experience for both the tourists and local people because of its vastly spread 540 stores. Coming to this gorgeous shopping mall and taking the pictures is something you would really enjoy. If you want to take a break between shopping, then you can relax at the restaurant or even enjoy a movie at the built-in movie theater.

 

Address
2-4-9 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0061
Access
Toyosu Station, Yurakucho Line
Open: 10:00am-9:00pm

 

Takashimaya Times Square, Shinjuku

 

This chain department store was originally founded in Kyoto by Iida Shinshichi in the year 1829. The Takashimaya Times Square in Tokyo is located in Shinjuku and is a commercial complex dealing in luxury brand items. Every type of fashion outfit, household product, men’s and women’s accessories or children’s toys are sold in this gigantic department store. One can spend hours in here because there is so much to see and shop that you will become confused about what to buy and where to go. But hey, during your shopping spree if your stomach disturbs you and feels hungry, then you can enjoy some of the delicious foods and cold soft drinks in one of its amazing food courts. Due to its immense popularity, Takashimaya Times Square is always crowded. But the local people usually love to visit here during weekends, so if possible go during the weekdays.

 

Address
Takashimaya Times Square 5-24-1 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku Tokyo 151-8580

Access
Shinjuku Station, JR Lines/Marunouchi Line/Toei Shinjuku Line/Keio Line/Odakyu Line

Open: 10:00am-8:00pm

 

 

Mitsui Outlet Park, Minami Osawa

 

Founded in 1673, Mitsui Outlet Park Iruma is one of the most famous and popular international shopping malls in the whole of Tokyo. This exclusive shopping mall strikes the hearts of numerous shopping lovers due to its cost friendly and high quality products. Almost all the worldly items, fashion accessories, household products, eatables such as poultry, bakery products, milk, juices and others are available here at very reasonable prices. You will definitely enjoy spending your time here as the food court, cafes and musical area are those special place where would never feel bored.

 

Address
1-600 Minami Osawa, Hachioji, Tokyo 192-0364

Access
Minami Osawa Station, Keio Line

Open: 10:00am - 8:00pm

Tokyo Tour Guide - Yoko Y.

Yoko Y.

5.00 / 5
(8 reviews)
Japan

Bonjour! Je m’appelle Yoko, je suis guide diplômée. J’habite à Tokyo, dans le quartier appelé Yanesen, depuis plus de 10 ans. J’aime bien mon quartier, il se trouve au milieu de Tokyo, mais il garde l'atmosphère d’autrefois.Il y a plus de 100 temples et sanctuaires, les festivals de sanctuaire sont des événements importants pour les habitants, dans les rues commerçantes, il y a de vieux magasins qui animent les rues même aujourd’hui. C’est comme un village, les habitants sont ouverts, amicaux et sympas, il y a de vrais échanges entre eux. Je crois qu’il y a de vieux Tokyo, de vraie vie quotidienne de Tokyoïtes qui ne changent pas depuis longtemps à Yanesen. J’aime bien aussi voyager, découvrir la culture vivante tout en faisant la connaissance avec des personnes locales. Et c’est pour cela que quand je voyage, j’aime bien aller aux marchés, aux cafés et aux restaurants populaires entre les habitants. J’aime aussi le saké depuis 5,6 ans, mais je n'aimais pas le saké, je croyais que le vin était le meilleur, et qu’il accompagnait presque n’importe quel cuisine. Mais aujourd’hui je crois que le saké est le meilleur pour accompagner la cuisine japonaise et notamment quand on voyage dans des régions au Japon, il permet de communiquer plus facilement avec des personnes locales. Pour approfondir mes connaissances, j’ai obtenu le diplôme de saké sommelier et travaille dans une entreprise de saké. Je vous guiderai dans ce bon vieux Tokyo afin que vous puissiez découvrir une vraie vie quotidienne de Tokyoïte, tout en servant d'intermédiaire entre vous et les habitants du quartier. Et bien sur, je peux organiser également le tour sur mesure, tout en répondant à vos demandes pour votre voyage innoubliable! J’espère que l’on se voit très bientôt à Tokyo!                                                                                                                                 

Tokyo Tour Guide - Grant A.

Grant A.

5.00 / 5
(5 reviews)
Japan

My name is Grant I lived more than 10 years in Japan. I graduated University and translation school in Tokyo. I am fluent in Japanese. I have a degree in Asian studies and have expert-level knowledge of Japanese culture and history. I have memorized the JR rail system across all of Japan, I use the same train timetable calculators as the station staff, and I have experience using bullet train passes that are exclusive to foreign visitors. I can optimally navigate the Tokyo underground and maximize value from a Tokyo metro pass and also understand Tokyo above ground which will allow for seamless transitions between different metro stations and landmarks with minimal backtracking. My tour fee is 20,000yen for 1-6hours (135.28USD) 30,000yen for 7-9hours (202.93USD) 40,000yen for 9-12hours (270.57USD) I have half-day tours listed at 20,000 yen (135.28USD) at the moment but you can combine them or do a custom tour for roughly up to 9 hours for 30,000 yen (202.93USD). The time transiting to and from your hotel for pick up or drop off within Tokyo 23wards does not count towards an increase in the price.                                                                                                                                 

Kanagawa Tour Guide - Kaneo U.

Kaneo U.

4.97 / 5
(35 reviews)
Japan

I’m so excited to have a chance to show you around my favorite spots in Kanagawa prefecture. I was born in Kanagawa. I spent my whole school life, including university, here in Kanagawa. I worked as a high school English teacher here for 40 years. I love Kanagawa so much. We have many interesting tourist spots, like Hakone, Kamakura, Enoshima and Yokohama. I got my tour guide license in English in 2009. I am still an English teacher. To give an interesting and impressive lesson to young high school students, I’ve learnt and gathered many kinds of information. I also have a license to teach social studies, so I have a wide range of knowledge about Japanese culture and history. I’m sure to provide you an interesting tour.                                                                                                                                 

Yokohama Tour Guide - Haruo T.

Haruo T.

4.86 / 5
(7 reviews)
Japan

I live in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. I have a license to teach in high schools and was admitted to the degree of Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language in the University of Birmingham. Until 2015 I had been teaching English at public high schools in Kanagawa for 37 years. During that time, I had some experience of guiding students from overseas through sister-school relationship around Tokyo and Kanagawa. Therefore, I had good command of English with the TOEIC score of 935. As for a tour guide experience I earned the certificate of National Government Licensed Guide-Interpreter in English and since then I have guided tourists to the popular sites around Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura and Yokosuka. My guiding focuses on introducing not only Japanese historical and cultural backgrounds but also giving tourists some tips to travel Japan only by themselves, such as how to use trains and subways, find good restaurants, reserve tickets, buy survenier, and speak basic Japanese. In addition, my tour includes opportunities to experience Japanese culture like Zen meditation, ninja performance, visiting anime's location sites based on tourists' request. Besides, by means of my hobbies of writing English Haiku and Waka (traditional Japanese poems) and performing Rakugo (traditional Japanese funny story telling) in English, I can surely entertain tourists during the tour. My moto as a tour guide is let the tourists have a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Japan with my profound, intelligible and interestiog guiding.                                                                                                                                 

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