2k540 Aki-oka Artisan
An entire street of artisan shops hidden under train tracks.
There are many different shops that sell leather goods, clothing, bags, and artisan items. It's a great place to spend an hour or two.
Arkraft
Pick up an original handmade watch here.
Intricate handmade watches in both classic and modern style are on sale here, custom-made options available. The shop gives off a bit of a Steampunk vibe.
Atelier Yamagata
A shop that repurposes kimono into novelty items.
A shop that flies under a radar. It is run by a kind older lady who creates small pouches and other accessories out of different kimono fabrics.
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A quick coffee and pastry stop with handcrafted leather goods.
Spotting an interesting name and logo, this cafe is known for its great selection of muffins and scones. Savory meals like spam onigiri and curry rice are also available. There is also a small display of handcrafted leather goods for sale.
Dover Street Market Ginza
A high fashion store that has art installations in some areas.
Art and fashion lovers can unite here to browse high-end brands and various art displays across 6 floors. Who knows what new brands you might find here?
FEELSEEN
A place to treat yourself to carefully selected artisan items.
Once sleeping quarters for kabuki actors, now houses a fine selection of items curated by a well-travelled couple.
Flower Works
A flower shop with an impressive interior.
Adopt a plant or get a bouquet for someone special here! Look out for a pair of shoes used as a flower pot.
GINZA RECORDS & AUDIO KURAMAE
Great spot to check out for audiophiles.
Browse through records and soak up music with state-of-the-art speakers here.
Ichifuji
Pick up a unique souvenir here!
If you want a practical souvenir, look no further! Ichifuji stocks a wide selection of kitchenware that can find a new home with you or serve as a special gift for someone.
Infinity Books
An infinite selection of used English books.
This bookstore stocks a solid selection of used English books at affordable prices. Once in a while, it also hosts open mic sessions or live music.
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Aesthetic stationery store with a focus on fountain pens/
You can custom make a notebook and choose from a large selection of fountain pens and inks here. The wood surfaces spot colored strokes in neat patterns, making it a photo-worthy spot.
Jalana Coffee
Half cafe, half original clothing store.
Trendy shop with a fashionable clothing section at the back that serves coffee, craft beers, and sandwiches.
Karinto Kagetsu
Specialty shop that sells sweet crunchy snacks.
Get some deep fried brown sugar snacks in kimono-printed packaging that is sure to be a pleasant surprise for friends and family back home.
Kawamura Leather
You’ll find almost any kind of leather you need for crafts here.
This shop has been around since 1932. You can pick up high quality leather here or discounted scraps or smaller items at extremely affordable prices.
Kiyokawa Shoten
A local leather meister.
A variety of leather goods are sold here, made from deer skin with special patterned imprints on them. The price may be high but it's a souvenir from Japan you can use for life.
Koncent
Home goods store that stocks innovative products.
The items here are unique and are seem to be inspired by Japanese and Scandinavian design.
Mirindo
A historical rice cracker shop.
A treat for rice cracker fans, here is where you can buy different kinds, even soft ones! Interesting items on sale include a Tokyo Skytree rice cracker and also ice cream sandwiched between rice crackers - the perfect snack for those who can't decide between sweet and savory.
Nishizawa
Sake from all over Japan.
A sake specialty store that offers samples and tastings - a great spot to get a gift for a special occasion.
Niki no Kashi
For last-minute snack shopping, come here.
Massive shop that stocks a large variety of seasonal Japanese snacks at great prices.
Kenele Stand Shimbashi Station
Your one stop crash course to capsule toys.
Capsule toys are an unescapable sight in Japan. Be it miniatures of everyday items or the most creative concepts brought to life in a toy, you'll enjoy browsing these machines and maybe bringing some back as souvenir!
Sankouen
Green tea specialty store in Ameyoko.
A shop all about green, selling rich blends of green tea and tasty seaweed.
Shinshodoh
Famous for a specialty bean cake great as a souvenir.
If you're looking for sweet souvenirs to bring back, here's a good spot to drop by! Try their famous Seppuku Monaka, a Japanese wafer cake overflowing with red bean. Other seasonal sweets are also available.
Soko Ando An
Well-curated antique store.
If you're a bargain or thrift hunter, it's worth peeking into this shop with a low ceiling. You never know what you might find.
Urban Famima
An upgraded convenience store experience you don't want to miss.
If you love convenience stores, you'll be impressed by this unique one. The essentials are stocked but it also features collaboration items as well as Family Mart's own line of clothes.
Voyage Side
The best loaves and jams in the neighborhood.
A simple bakery that houses a classic selection of Japanese bread. Popular items here include a thick loaf with a generous swirl of sweet fillings.