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Going Shopping in Tokyo? Love the Luxury of Ginza? Get Yourself to GINZA SIX!Visit Tokyo and you're bound to hear about the Ginza neighborhood. For many, just hearing the name brings up immediate images of an area populated by the high-class and those with cash to spare. Take a stroll around the area, and you'll find that the reputation isn't entirely undeserved, with classy boutiques and plenty of fancy restaurants to discover. Ginza is after all where you'll find some of Tokyo's oldest and most high-end department stores, including Tokyo's first department store Mitsukoshi. On this visit to Ginza, we went to check out the relatively new GINZA SIX department store, built to replace the historical Matsuzakaya Ginza branch. It's huge and beautiful, and a must-see for any high-end brand name shopping lovers visiting Japan! GINZA SIX Address: 6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo Hours: 10:00 - 20:30 Access: Direct access through the basement floor to Ginza Station and Higashi Ginza Station. Official Website (en),The two basement floors sell food of all kinds, while floors 1 to 5 sell cosmetics, clothing, and lifestyle goods. On the 6th floor you'll find a Tsutaya book store, along with a collection of restaurants. Take the elevator all the way to the 13th floor and you'll reach lounges, bars, and access to GINZA SIX's rooftop garden. Clothing Brands ,Lifestyle Goods,Food to Eat & Food to Bring Home,When your stomach starts rumbling, you can move towards the restaurants on the 6th and 13th floors, or to the basement floors packed with a number of different food sellers of different kinds. There are plenty of options to bring elsewhere and eat for dinner, but the basement floors are also home to many little shops selling the kind of snacks that are perfect to bring home as souvenirs. Some of these items are not only found exclusively in Japan, but are only available at GINZA SIX. If you're a fan of Japanese matcha, don't forget to drop by Tsujiri to find unique matcha sweets to gift to all your friends (or just eat yourself!),Tsutaya is a huge bookstore chain in Japan, and most locations sell a wide variety of genres, but the GINZA SIX branch is a little different. This large space on the 6th floor has a collection of 60,000 art books from publishers all over the world. The "art" themed concept, with a store full of books of art and books about art, is a good fit for its GINZA SIX location, where you'll spot lots of students and industry insiders.,GINZA SIX is a huge shopping center right in the middle of things in Ginza, and offers a luxury experience for any high rollers visiting the area, or those who dare to dream. Whether you just want to browse the shops with friends, you're hoping to take a special someone on a nice date, or you're showing your family the glitz of Ginza shopping, GINZA SIX is the place to go. If you're in the area and want to look around some more, in the past we've written about duty-free shopping, casual clothing, hostels, shoe stores, and even blowfish ramen in Ginza. There's plenty more to do and see! Be sure to look out for more exciting articles every day at JAPANKURU! Or add us on Instagram and Facebook to share your pictures of Japan. 🗾#tokyo#shopping#ginza 2019.06.1302
The "Ohta Isan" Series of Japanese Digestive Medicine for the FamilyTaking care of Japanese stomachs for 140 years, "Ohta Isan". Also popular among foreign visitors to Japan, this gastrointestinal medicine has become a standard item on many shopping lists as a "must buy item" while in Japan. The medicine can be purchased in most Japanese drug stores.,① Ohta Isan,Opening the can, you'll find an inner lid and a spoon. On the inner lid is a ledge made for leveling spoonfuls of powder, so the proper dose can be easily measured out and taken.,The packet-type packaging is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry around in an everyday purse or bag. It's the best choice for travel!,② Ohta Isan A ＜in tablet＞,It's great to have around as a household medicine, since it's effective when a particularly oily meal leaves you feeling a little overfull and uncomfortable, at home or on vacation.,Each individual packet contains the equivalent of the three tablet dose. The packets are then grouped in threes, and there are five of these sheets in one box. That makes it the equivalent of 45 tablets.,③ Ohta Isan Drug for Controlling Intestinal Function,The lactic acid bacteria helps put the intestinal environment in order, and the herbal medicine helps improve the movement of the intestinal tract. This means it can improve the condition of sensitive stomachs suffering from constipation and diarrhea.,④ Ohta Chinese Herbal Gastrointestinal Medicine Ⅱ,It's a stressful society. Your stomach already isn't in great shape... Without warning, "Ow! My stomach hurts!" At times like this, Chinese herbal medicine provides gentle care.,As a popular series of digestive medicine in Japan, commonly found in households for many years, Ohta Isan's catchphrase "thank you, that's good medicine" is well-known throughout the country. Taking advantage of all of the benefits of herbal medicine, it's no wonder Ohta Isan's natural effect has made it a beloved choice for so long.#tokyo#shopping#drug store 2019.06.05
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Knife Shopping in Kappabashi 🗡 Tsubaya Knives (包丁専門つば屋)Japanese knives are famous for their high quality, and so have become a popular item for foreign visitors to seek out during their trips. So we decided to dedicate an article to kitchen knives, including some useful information for those, professional chefs or not, looking to buy some knives during their trip to Japan. Buyers from all over the world flock to the Kappabashi area of Asakusa, Tokyo, to purchase various kitchen and restaurant gear. Right in the middle of this is a store called Tsubaya, which specializes in kitchen knives made by Japanese craftsmen, and is perfect for anyone wondering where they can browse a great selection. This store has even made it onto TV in Japan!, If you're looking for Japanese cookware and kitchenware, or things you never even knew you needed, Kappabashi is your place. Which is why Tsubaya is located there! CUTLERY TSUBAYA (包丁専門つば屋)🗡 Address: 3-7-2, Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo Access: 7 min. walk from Tawaramachi (田原町駅) on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line OR 3 min. walk from TX Asakusa Station on the TSUKUBA EXPRESS Phone: 03-3845-2005 E-Mail: info@tsubaya.co.jp Official Website Google Maps,When you enter the store, you might feel like you've entered a museum of knives. The walls are covered with more than 1,000 cooking knives of all kinds. It's not really all that different from a museum collection— there are a lot of knives!,Since we're no cooking experts and don't know what makes each of the 1,000+ knives unique or special, we asked them to explain a few of the different kinds that Tsubaya has for sale. We started with the most all-purpose kinds! These "universal knives" are about 15 to 20 cm long, and are what you often see in a typical home kitchen. These knives are some of the most popular items among Tsubaya's stock, since they're the most basic! They're generally divided into two varieties: Santoku & Gyuto knives.,Santoku (三徳) Japanese-Style Universal Knives The "sanko universal knife" is the most widely used knife among the many everyday knives. That means it will work well when cutting just about any food, including meat, fish, and vegetables. The blade is made in a ratio of 5: 5, and it can cut at any angle without difficulty.,Gyuto (牛刀) Western-Style Universal Knives The "Kyūto Kotoku knife" is a kitchen knife widely used in Western countries, and is used mainly for cutting meat. If you compare it to a santoku knife, you'll notice that it's longer in length and a fair amount narrower. It also has a point where the cross section of the knife edge is shifted by a ratio of 7: 3 or 8: 2, making it a good knife for cutting through hunks of meat, or tendons. As a universal knife, it can certainly be used for all sorts of things, including vegetables or fish. But it's an especially good choice for those who cut through a lot of meat!,Bread Knives Tsubaya sells a variety of bread knives as well, even if they're less of a Japanese tradition. Thanks to their cross sections, and their longer ~30 cm lengths, the knives are able to cut further without going back and forth too many times. This helps preserve the shape of the bread, instead of crushing it with too much pressure. With more Japanese people baking in their homes in recent years, bread knives have become a popular item!,Petty Knives These little knives originate from Japan, and are usually about 13 cm long. They're great for cutting fruit, and are even frequently used at patisseries! Since they're not particularly common, many patissiers come looking for them.,Fun and Creative Knives This knife is packed with extremely practical knives, long blades, short blades, they can cut whatever food you throw at them. But that's not all they have! Knives shaped like whales and blowfish are just some of the more silly options on display. A Chinese customer apparently once ordered a turtle-shaped knife!,Knives Just for Preparing Eel This particular variety of knife is made specifically for preparing eel! The top of the blade has what looks like a hammer, which is used to hammer the large nail that is used to pin down the eel. They are slippery!,If you want to make your knife truly the only one like it in the whole world, you can try out their engraving service. We tried it out by getting our friend's name engraved in kanji (Chinese characters.) Whatever message you want written onto your knife for the rest of its life, they use a dedicated machine at the back of the store to do it immediately, so you don't have to come back to pick it up!,Q. On my first visit, what should I buy? A. We recommend a universal knife, or a petty knife. It's easier for beginner knife-users to use an all-purpose knife, especially since it can be used in the preparation of all kinds of ingredients. If you have a budget closer to 20,000 yen, we recommend purchasing a universal knife and a petty knife together, giving you more variety in knife size. In addition, we recommend the "yanagiba" (柳刃), which is great for cutting raw fish!,Q. What's the difference between a wooden handle and a plastic handle? A. The differences lie in both design and durability. Wooden handles have a strong sense of Japanese design, making them appealing to Western customers. Wood is easily discolored, so most Japanese customers prefer plastic handles. (All handles are replaceable, however.),Q. How should I sharpen my knife? A. The metal rods you often see in movies are kind of like first-aid, they're a quick fix when you want to use the knife immediately. For thorough sharpening, you have to use a sharpening stone, or togiishi (研ぎ石).,Q. Aren't all the knives the same, aside from size? A. Aside from the more obvious size differences, the knives also vary in material and durability. They might all look similar at first glance, but the ratios involved in the blades, handles, and different parts' sizes are important. Some are also extra high quality! For example, stainless steel doesn't have the same cutting force as pure iron, but it doesn't rust. So it's much easier to maintain.,Japanese cuisine is now popular around the world, and the huge variety of knives offered by Tsubaya includes a number that are suited specifically for preparing Japanese delicacies. These knives are perfect for any budding chefs you may know! And if you walk in and feel a little overwhelmed, don't worry! There are English-speaking staff, and they are happy to spend some time teaching you about the great variety of knives available, and helping you find the perfect knife to take home with you. (Just don't forget to put your precious new kitchen knife in your checked baggage! You don't want it getting confiscated by security.) CUTLERY TSUBAYA (包丁専門つば屋) 3-7-2, Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 7 min walk from Tawaramachi (田原町駅) on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line OR 3 min walk from TX Asakusa Station on the TSUKUBA EXPRESS Phone: 03-3845-2005 E-Mail: info@tsubaya.co.jp Google Maps (If you're looking for a place to stay nearby, try here!) Be sure to look out for more exciting articles every day at JAPANKURU! 🐶 Or add us on Instagram and Facebook to share your pictures of Japan. 💖🗾 ⇩Learn More About Tsubaya in Our Video Below⇩#tokyo#shopping#tsubaya 2019.05.10
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Looking for a Local Shopping Experience at Canal City Hakata in FukuokaLocated southwest of Japan you will find an island named Kyushu (九州). It is filled with unique history, some of Japan's most friendly people, natural hot springs, and delicious food. If you are a fan or Japanese characters/mascots ("yura-chara"), then you know Kumamoto Prefecture's Kumamon (くまモン), the big black bear that won Japan's most popular mascots a few years ago. When it comes to traveling to Kyushu though, for many foreigners primarily Nagasaki and Beppu (Oita Prefecture) are the only places that come to mind. Fukuoka though is a really fun place that shouldn't be left out, especially if you are a ramen fan!,After coming to Fukuoka and strolling through the first long Tenjin shopping arcade, you will want to visit the cities largest and elaborate shopping complex that is called "a city within a city", Canal City Hakata. There are more than 200 shops here, along with numerous restaurants, a performance theatre, hotels, movie theatres. There are many tax-free services in the shops at Canal City Hakata, but even if you don't plan on doing any shopping this shopping mall is a nice place to walk around. ★Canal City Hakata Google Maps ⏰10am〜9pm / Restaurants 11am〜11pm 💻Official website (ENG),One of the shows you can see at Canal City is a panoramic water show combined with music and light sculpture is said to be the largest in Japan. The water show can be seen from all angles from B1 to the 4th floor.,KALDI COFFEE FARM,Kyushu already has a warm climate compared to other regions in Japan, so many of the clothes at the store suit that temperature. In the women's section a majority of the clothes are light colors and chiffon.,By our surprise, URBAN RESEARCH and NASA launched joint-name products!,If you live in a pretty warm climate place and want something that is special to Japan and Japanese fashion, shopping at SENSE OF PLACE by URBAN RESEARCH is highly recommended. ★SENSE OF PLACE by URBAN RESEARCH Canal City Store East Bldg. 1F ⏰10am〜9pm 💻Official website,There are of course many great things to see in Fukuoka like Dazaifu (大宰府), Ohori Park (大濠公園), and Shofukuji (聖福寺), but if you get the chance to travel around Kyushu here are three recommendations of places to visit.,Be sure to look at JAPANKURU🐶 for more exciting articles every day!! Or add us on Instagram and Facebook to share your Japanese pictures💖#kyushu#shopping#canal city 2019.04.23
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Shinto Shrine Charms in The Sakura Season: Pink Petals Abound!With Japan in the midst of sakura (cherry blossom) season, the wealth of seasonal goods is hard to miss. This even extends to Shinto shrines, and the "omamori" (お守り), charms, they have available. Some of these limited-time-only cherry blossom charms promise to protect you from misfortune or help you find love, but others are just there so you can get into the spirit of the sakura season. Not everyone loves the explosion of cherry blossom flavored drinks and snacks during the spring in Japan, so these shrines are offering another great way to enjoy the season, and take a little bit of it home with you.,These "kanmusubi" (神結び), or "god's knots," are some of the prettier charms available, and are popular among those who want to show off their love of cherry blossoms. Quite unlike the standard omamori charms, these are made of delicate woven ribbon. Aside from wearing them on the wrist, though, kanmusubi can also be hung on a purse, or used as a bookmark.,This year's bracelet charms come in three varieties: standard cherry blossom, weeping cherry blossom, and night cherry blossom. These three varieties are different colors, but also include some different decoration and detailing. With them all being so cute, it's hard not to buy all three! Since they're all carefully handmade, though, the price comes to 1000 yen each, which is a little higher than a standard omamori charm. It's the perfect chance to splurge and buy one as a treat for a friend!!,In addition to their famous God's Knots, Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine also offers a special cherry blossom season "goshuin" (ご朱印), which is a shrine seal. Goshuin from various shrines are usually collected in a special book, and this stamp and calligraphy featuring pink sakura embroidery would make a lovely addition to anyone's collection. Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine, dedicated to Shinto's highest god, Amaterasu, was built in the Edo period, and has a history going back more than two hundred years. It's a great place to check out cherry blossoms in Tokyo!,Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine Address: 1-25-5 Asagaya-kita, Suginami-ku, Tokyo Station: Asagaya Station, Minami Asagaya Station Hours: 9:00~17:00 Official Page Image source: Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine's Twitter,The Hikawa Shrine in Kawagoe, is best known for its impressive tradition of hanging wind chimes every summer. We've written about the shrine's wind chimes and some of the other appeals of Kawagoe in our previous article about the area. The Hikawa Shrine also celebrates the cherry blossom trees lining the river bank every year by releasing new, limited-edition sakura goods.,This year's protective omamori charms come in five different designs, all meant to differently reflect the Hikawa Shrine's beautiful riverbank sakura. The shrine is popular with young people, and especially among those in love, since this shrine's god is in charge of marriage and relationships. With so many visitors, it's best to line up quickly if you want one of these special little charms.,Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine Address: 2-11-3 Miyashitamachi, Kawagoe, Saitama Station: Kawagoe Hikawajinja Station, Hikawajinjamae Station 9:00~17:00 Official Page Image Source:Hikawa Shrine Facebook,Alongside the two shrines with cherry blossom charms mentioned above, the famous Tokyo Daijingu also has a very cute sakura-themed offering. Similar to the bell charms available at Kyoto's Kiyomizudera Temple, these little cherry blossom bells are very popular. It's said that if you give them a ring, you can summon the gods to listen in. With such a cute floral pattern, though, who wouldn't take notice?,So, what do you think? Has the appeal of pink cherry blossoms drawn you in? Are you going to run out and cover yourself in adorable protective charms, or buy a few for all of your friends? If you know of any other special charms that are unique to the sakura season, send us a message and let us know! For more interesting topics, Be sure to look at JAPANKURU🐶 for more exciting articles every day!! Or add us on Instagram and Facebook to share your Japanese pictures💖🗾#tokyo#shopping#tokyo 2019.04.15
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Popular Japanese Select Store in Osaka・URBAN RESEARCH Store ShinsaibashiShopping in Shinsaibashi Shinsaibashi is one of the main popular shopping districts in Osaka with countless stores of all kinds like restaurants, cafes, drug stores, and clothing stores from high-end retailers to the familiar street brands featuring the latest fashion in the area. Recently JAPANKURU went to one of Japan's top "select stores" (a store with a wide selection of brands) URBAN RESEARCH in Shinsaibashi and Horie, but this time we are introducing their ranked #1 most popular store among foreigners in Japan, which also happens to be in Shinsaibashi. Not to be confused with its other store, URBAN RESEARCH Store is less focused on younger fashion and more a shop of essentials, home goods, accessories, shoes, formal wear, etc. The atmosphere is also calmer and not as bright and in your face. If you compare the two, SENSE OF PLACE by URBAN RESEARCH and URBAN RESEARCH Store, you will see what we mean.,The first floor is primarily sold towards women. Here you will see not only a wide range of styles but also accessories.,Aside from personal fashion items, there are also lifestyle items on the 2nd floor. There are corners within the floor selling different fragrance goods (perfume/cologne, air fresheners, candles, etc.), kitchen and bathroom goods (towels, coffee pots/filters, mason jars, table clothes, interior design items, etc.), even furniture!,This large select store collaborates with various brands (famous and sub-label) to create exclusive collections and items, and you can find a lot of these collaborations on the 3rd floor.,⇩Check out our video for a more detailed view of URBAN RESEARCH Store⇩, ★URBAN RESEARCH Store Shinsaibashi Google Maps ⏰11am〜9pm 💻Shop blog (JPN) Be sure to look at JAPANKURU🐶 for more exciting articles every day!! Or add us on Instagram and Facebook to share your Japanese pictures💖🗾#kansai#shopping#osaka 2019.04.03
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Cheap and Fashionable Eyeglasses in Japan - JINS ShinsaibashiIn the long list of shopping in Japan, shopping for a pair of glasses may not have come across your mind, but it is actually a popular item due to Japan's famous technology and artisan spirit. Those that come looking for eyewear want that "MADE IN JAPAN" logo that is not only a sense of design but also about being functional and high quality. Among the many Japanese eyewear brands, there is a famous brand that is even available in America, JINS. This time we went to JINS in Osaka's shopping street Shinsaibashi.,Popular Series 1. Verres Anti-Blue Light JINS SCREEN,JINS's anti-blue light glasses (JINS SCREEN) is primarily recommended for those who either wear contacts or don't wear glasses. Now with the increase of dependency on technology, we are subjected to blue light from all directions every day. The light with a wavelength of 380-495nm is the most energetic light in visible light and has a high penetration rate to the glasses. Long-term contact damages retinal cells and crystals, thereby increasing macular degeneration. For those who are on the computer a lot, or use other electronic devices for long periods of times these glasses are there to help protect your eyes. JINS SCREEN glasses are divided into two types according to the barrier function of the lens: 1. 25% blue light cut: Natural color lens, can be worn regularly (children's glasses only available in blue light 25% cut) 2. 40% blue light cut: Yellow tinted lens, recommended for people who use mobile phones/computers for a long period of time,2. Block PM2.5,There are a lot of floating particles and pollution in the air, which often causes discomfort to one's eyes. Many may use eye drops or a solution to flush your eyes, but with hay fever gradually getting worse in Japan that sometimes just isn't enough for some. Which is why JINS's eyewear that offers physical protection is a popular item come spring. JINS's Block PM2.5 series offers a "shield" which effectively isolates 97.9% of suspended particles and provides the most direct protection for your eyes. This is something really special that we have never seen before in our countries.,3. JINS Design Project,The JINS Design Project is a collaborative project between JINS and world designers to provide more frame designs. The current hot-selling product is a frame designed by Italian architect Michele De Lucchi. It consists of four designs: Boston, Cat Eye, Round Frame, and Multi-corner, all very classic and almost old fashioned yet versatile. JINS official introduction page ,4. Airframe,Great Service at JINS,30 Minute Wait What You Can Do While You Wait,Recommended Places to Visit around Shinsaibashi,There are plenty of different things to shop for while in Japan, and if you're in Shinsaibashi the options are limitless. Eyewear may not be the first thing you think of buying, everyone needs it in some way or another. When you have such limited time during your travels you may also think that getting specially made glasses is impossible, but all it takes is 30 minutes to be made and you can bring your own prescription from home at no extra cost. Not many places offer that which is why JINS is such a popular store to go to when looking for eyewear in Japan. ★JINS Shinsaibashi Store Google Maps ⏰11am～9pm Duty-free service: tax-free purchase after spending 5,000 yen#kansai#shopping#osaka shopping 2019.03.20
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