The Best Places To Shop In Tokyo
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FASHION
Issey Miyake, Ginza
The late Issey Miyake was a visionary known for his innovative use of technology and fabric manipulation. The brand’s global flagship in Ginza is housed in a minimalist, industrial building that looks as futuristic as you’d expect. As well as showcasing current men’s and women’s collections, it’s also home to the only Issey Miyake gallery in Tokyo, featuring the designer’s sketches and artwork. The nearby eyewear store is also worth a visit.
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Auralee, Minato
This Japanese label, founded in 2015 by Ryota Iwai, is all about quiet luxury. Its concise collections focus on simplicity, with elevated everyday pieces made from high-quality fabrics. The outwear offering is particularly strong, as are the leather handbags which have earned cult status in Japan.
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Studious Jinnan, Shibuya
Studious Jinnan is a concept store known for championing Japanese fashion and emerging designers. The boutique offers a carefully curated selection of contemporary clothing, footwear, and accessories from both established and up-and-coming Japanese labels. You’ll find brands like Allege, Matsufuji and Todayful, as well as Studious’ own contemporary pieces.
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Uniqlo Flagship Store, Ginza
Japan’s global casualwear giant is loved for its affordable clothing and perfect t-shirts, though not everything is available in the UK. You’ll find its full range at the Ginza flagship, a sprawling, multi-floor shopping destination. The store features everything from Heattech and AIRism items to pieces from its designer collaborations. You’ll also want to head to a GU store, its sister brand known for trend-led pieces.
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Azabudai Hills, Minato
This upmarket shopping area is surrounded by lush, landscaped gardens and water features. It’s a relatively new development home to high-end and designer shops (like Bottega and Bulgari), offering a curated selection of fashion, lifestyle and specialty brands. Shoppers can pick up wagyu beef, high-grade sashimi and condiments, and stop for lunch at one of the many restaurants.
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Ginza Six, Ginza
Ginza Six is a luxury shopping complex spanning 19 floors. You’ll find Japanese flagships from brands such as Dior, Saint Laurent, and Valentino, alongside Japanese designers and artisans. It’s also home to boutique homeware stores, J-beauty pop-ups, numerous restaurants and a cool rooftop garden with great city views.
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Ron Herman, Various Sites
Ron Herman is a lifestyle brand and boutique with numerous stores around the city. It’s a Japanese brand with a Californian take – its stores have a relaxed atmosphere, with coastal interiors and surfboards lining the walls. There’s a unique selection of clothing, beauty and homeware, while the Sendagaya outpost has a café.
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1LDK, Nakameguro
Harujuku
This fashion-led district is where you’ll spot some of the best street style. Walk along the colourful, neon-lit Takeshita Street and wind your way through the backstreets to find an eclectic mix of vintage and second-hand stores. Visit QOO, MixTHINKS and Amore Vintage to browse pre-loved designer bags and accessories, Ragtag for discounted designer pieces, 2nd Street for streetwear and The Flat Head for denim.
La Boutique Uncinq, Meguro
For pretty, feminine womenswear you won’t find anywhere, La Boutique Uncinq has a unique collection of second-hand and vintage pieces – think ruffled cotton blouses and applique cardigans. It also has a good selection of vintage and costume jewellery.
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1LDK, Nakameguro
For affordable, contemporary clothing, head to 1LDK in Nakameguro. For nearly 20 years, the brand has championed slick tailoring and minimalist pieces that translate into capsule wardrobes of jeans, cotton shirts, blazers and everyday basics. Denim caps and leather bags complete the look.
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Comme des Garçons, Aoyama
Founded in the late 60s by visionary Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons is now synonymous with its heart motif. The store is designed to look like a gallery, with clothing and accessories displayed on bare white walls.
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BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE
Cosme, Harajuku
J-Beauty is big news, and several of the country’s leading brands can be found at Cosme which has multiple stores around the city. The Harajuku outpost is the biggest – you’ll find skincare, make-up, hair care and fragrances from brands like Shishedo, Shu Uemura and Clé de Peau Beauté. You’ll also find lots of innovative tools and make-up brushes there.
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Shu Umera, Omotesando
One of the coolest stores in the city, Shu Umera’s global flagship store is shaped like a giant vanity case. You’ll find the brand’s heroes here as well as more niche products only available in Japan. There’s a range of beauty services on offer too, from make-up consultations to brush cleaning.
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Don Quijote
You’ll either love or hate these neon-lit discount megastores. There are numerous multiple-storey Don Quijotes around Tokyo, offering shoppers a chance to discover weird and wonderful food, drinks, beauty and souvenirs. Most have a whole floor dedicated to noodles and crisps, while others have an extensive selection of J-beauty from brands like Curél. Look out for chili oils, unique KitKat flavours and sheet masks.
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Muji, Ginza
Homeware and clothing brand Muji has its global flagship store in Ginza. Across seven floors, you’ll find household goods, stationery, skincare and clothing. There’s also a restaurant, fruit and veg market, juice stand, bakery, tea blending service and the ‘Atelier Muji’ art space that hosts free exhibitions.
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Tokyu Hands, Shunjuku
If you’re after specialist kitchenware and homeware, this department store has everything you could possibly need. Look out for rice paddles, bento boxes, tempura baskets, ramen bowls, chopsticks and more.
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Kappabashi Street, Asakusa
Also known as ‘kitchen town’, Kappabashi Street is a must-visit if you’re after high-quality kitchen and homeware. Its shops and market stalls offer a wide range of goods, from professional-grade cookware and knives to ceramics, utensils and unique Japanese tableware.
Ōedo Antique Market
This is the oldest and largest antique market in Japan. It’s held every first and third Sunday of the month at the Yurakucho Tokyo International Forum. Prepare to haggle for artwork, vintage homeware and even Edo-era treasures.
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