Ever since GINZA SIX opened in spring this year it has become a hugely popular new location for the district of Ginza. Not only can you find all the fashion and lifestyle stores you could ever hope for in one place, but rows of food shops too selling foods and drinks that people are going crazy for. From the procession of shops you can find in Ginza we have carefully picked 5 worth checking out where you can get your hands on presents we guarantee people will be happy with. Bookmark this page too – you’ll be happy you did.
1. “Yamagata Masamune – Kimoto Junmai 1898” (Imadeya Ginza)
This is a limited edition Japanese sake from Imadeya to be enjoyed together with a meal.
Imadeya Ginza is a sake brewer that stocks and ships close to 600 brands of local sake, authentic shochu, Japanese wine. If you’re looking to buy Japanese alcohol then this is the place to go. The Yamagata Masamune Kimoto Junmai 1898 is produced by Mitobe Shuzo in Yamagata Prefecture. It’s made with high quality sake rice from Okayama Prefecture and omachi rice Akaiwa. As well as maintaining Yamagata Masamune’s original flavours – a “sharp” flavour delivered by the firm taste of the rice and hard mineral water – the drink also has multiple layers of flavour thanks to the processing methods.
Yamagata Masamune Kimoto Junmai 1898
Store Name: Imadeya
Address: Imadeya, GINZA SIX B2, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chūō, Tokyo
Open: 10:30-20:30
Price: ￥1,600 (tax excl.) (720ml)
Website: http://www.imadeya.co.jp/
2. “Hokkaido Fresh Cream Pudding” (Marlowe – GINZA SIX branch)
A high quality dessert boasted by a restaurant that was established in 1984.
Marlowe is a café & restaurant located in front of “Tateishi” in Akiya, Yokosuka that is famous for its evening sun and as being selected as one of Kanagawa’s 50 places of scenic beauty. The city’s first expanding shop, Marlowe is a place where you can enjoy popular take-out sweets. The most popular sweet is a handmade baked pudding that comes in a beaker made with fresh cream from Hokkaido. It’s popular for its velvety, rich flavour thanks to its ingredients that include high quality milk and fresh cream from Hokkaido, as well as eggs and vanilla means.
Hokkaido Fresh Cream Pudding
Store Name: Marlowe (GINZA SIX branch)
Address: Marlowe, GINZA SIX B2, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chūō, Tokyo
Open: 10:30-20:30
Price: ￥750 (tax excl.) (180gl)
Website: http://www.marlowe.co.jp/
3. “Tokiba” (KUROGI CHACHA)
KUROGI CHACHA is a shop that preserves tradition while also challenging itself to create new flavours for Japanese wagashi (confectioneries)
“Kurogi” is said to be one of the hardest restaurants to reserve a place for in Japan. To maintain the same spirit as the original restaurant, “KUROGI CHACHA” is a collaboration with the Kyoto tea shop “Fukujuen.” The delectable to look out for is the Tokiba, a mix of arrowroot and cream cheese from Japan. You can enjoy the delicious Uji matcha flavour together with the Japanese ‘purin-like’ texture. They also come in wooden boxes so they are perfect to give as a gift.
Tokiba
Store Name: KUROGI CHACHA
Address: KUROGI CHACHA, GINZA SIX B2, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chūō, Tokyo
Open: 10:30-20:30 (eat-in last orders at 20:00)
Price: ￥2,700 (tax excl.)
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4. “Semi Dried Fruits” (AYAfarm)
AYAfarm’s dried fruits use only the freshest of fruits which are ripened and dried.
AYAfarm specialises in dried fruits made form fruits grown in Japan. The shop uses only seasonal fruits to create the high quality Japanese confections. Their dried fruits meet the highest standards using no artificial flavourings or sweeteners to ensure the original flavour of the fruit is drawn out. They also sell a range of limited edition goodies, so if you’re someone that treasures the seasons then why not check out what they’re selling?
Dried Fruits
Store Name: AYAfarm
Address: KUROGI CHACHA, GINZA SIX B2, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chūō, Tokyo
Open: 10:30-20:30 (eat-in last orders at 20:00)
Price: From ￥2,400 (tax incl.)
Website: http://aya-farm.com
5. Sandwiches (MEAT&GREEN SHUNJUKUSEI)
Nutritious sandwiches made with organic vegetables and fresh meat
MEAT&GREEN specialise in dry-aged meat, an original shop that sells sandwiches, New York style salads and more. The store’s salads are always fresh and displayed in a show case lined with organically produced vegetables. The sandwiches are stuffed to the brim with seasoned ingredients which make for an Instagram picture and even a present to someone.
Sandwiches
Store Name: MEAT&GREEN SHUNJUKUSEI
Address: KUROGI CHACHA, GINZA SIX B2, 6-10-1 Ginza, Chūō, Tokyo
Open: 10:30-20:30 (eat-in last orders at 20:00)
Price: ￥680 (tax excl.)
Website: https://shunjukusei.jp/restaurant/meatgreen.html
We hope you enjoyed our list. If you’re looking for a gift to buy someone then look no further than GINZA SIX!
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Honten Yamashina
Address: GINZA PLACE 11F (5-8-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
Hours: 17:00-23:00
Closed SundaysOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honten_yamashina/
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Signboard autographed by That Time I Reincarnated as a Slime author Fuse / Signboard autographed by Tenchura! That Time I Reincarnated as a Slime author Fuse / Signboard autographed by That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Trinity in Tempest artist Tae Tono / Signboard autographed by That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Ways of the Monster Nation author Sho Okagiri / Signboard autographed by That Time I Got Reincarnated (Again!) as a Workaholic Slime illustrator Shizuku Akechi / Signboard autographed by The Slime Diaries: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime artist Shiba*Prizes are awarded at random. Information
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Running: July 21 – August 9, 2022
Venue: Matsuya Ginza 8F Event Square
Official Site: https://sp.ten-sura.com/tensuraten2/
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Bonus Sticker
Bonus Cooling Towel
GoodsCustomers spending ¥3,300 or more at the pop-up shop will receive a bonus sticker. Those spending ¥5,500 can choose between a mug or a cooling towel! ©遠藤達哉／集英社・SPY×FAMILY製作委員会 Information
SPYxFAMILY Pop-up Shop
Running: June 29 – July 12, 2022
Venue: Matsuya Ginza 8F Event Square
Hours: 10:00-20:00
(Closing at 19:30 on July 3, July 10 / Closing at 17:00 on July 12 / Last entry 30 minutes prior to closing.)
Details: https://www.matsuya.com/ginza/events/2022/0610/spyfamily/
Official Site: https://marimocraft.co.jp/
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What is Kawaii? Exhibition
Running: April 2 – April 22, 2022
Location: Ginza Tsutaya Books Artwork Gallery
Admission: Free
Details: https://store.tsite.jp/ginza/blog/art/25614-1029370325.html