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Ginza Itoya
銀座 伊東屋
A colourful starting point for notebooks, pens, paper and small design gifts.
G.Itoya is at 2-7-15 Ginza; the K.Itoya building is separate. Start with the floor guide.
Fumi Shopping Guide / 東京
Shopping
in Tokyo.
A beautiful pen. A cup. An unexpected find.
Choose Ginza for stationery and department stores, or Asakusa and Kappabashi for small gifts and kitchen discoveries.
← Explore Tokyo
01 / A sense of place
Something to look for.
Tokyo brings together products from across Japan and beyond. A Tokyo purchase need not be Tokyo-made.
For a considered purchase: Edo Kiriko from a named maker, with its origin and care explained.
More ideas for Tokyo
Pen / mechanical pencil¥300–5,000+; premium pens higher
Washi stationery¥300–2,000 per small pack
Decorative paper tape¥200–800 a roll
Postcard / art printPostcards ¥150–600; prints ¥2,000–20,000+
Origami paper¥200–1,500 a pack
Japanese teapot¥3,000–15,000+
Matcha bowl¥2,000–15,000+
Bamboo matcha whisk¥2,000–6,000+
Small plate / serving dish¥500–4,000+ each
Chopsticks¥500–5,000+ a pair
Chopstick rest¥300–2,000+ each
Bento box¥1,500–12,000+
Cut-glass cup¥8,000–50,000+ each
Kitchen knife¥8,000–35,000+
Ceramic coffee dripper¥1,500–6,000+
Tea caddy¥1,000–8,000+
Wrapping cloth¥800–5,000; silk more
Folding fan¥1,000–8,000+
Socks, including split-toe socks¥500–3,000 a pair
Canvas tote or small bag¥2,000–15,000+
Japanese denim¥10,000–40,000+ for jeans
Pearl jewellery¥5,000–50,000+ for simple pieces; necklaces much more
Small ceramic or glass jewellery¥1,500–10,000+
Incense¥700–3,000+ a pack
Makeup brush¥2,000–15,000+ each
Local soap¥500–2,000+ each
Skincare / cosmetic gift¥500–5,000+ for simple items
Licensed character item¥500–5,000+
Food-replica magnet / keyring¥800–4,000+ for a small item
Kendama¥1,000–4,000+
Japanese tea¥600–3,000+ per modest pack; premium matcha higher
Packaged Japanese sweets¥500–3,000 a small box
Regional biscuits / castella¥700–3,000 a box
Rice crackers¥400–2,000 a pack/box
Seasonings / dried pantry gifts¥300–2,000 a small pack
Summer yukata¥5,000–25,000+ per garment
KimonoUsed ¥3,000–30,000+; new ¥30,000–300,000+
Haori jacketUsed ¥3,000–20,000+; new ¥10,000–50,000+
Jinbei lounge set¥3,000–15,000
Drawstring / textile pouch¥800–6,000+
Geta / zori sandals¥2,000–15,000+ a pair
Daruma doll¥800–5,000+
Beckoning cat¥800–6,000+
Sake¥1,500–5,000+ for a typical 720 ml bottle02 / Find your bearings
A few good places to browse.
Start with one or two stops. Check the official pages for current opening days, access and shop information before setting out.
The map loads when opened. Pins mark verified shopping locations and browsing areas. Use the individual map links for every shop’s detailed location and entrance.
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Matsuya Ginza
松屋銀座
Browse homeware, design and gift departments, with a food-hall option.
Pay at the relevant counter, then follow the store's separate tax-free instructions if eligible.
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Ginza Mitsukoshi
銀座三越
Another department-store choice for gifts, clothing and a food-hall browse.
Different brands and food counters may take payment separately. Follow staff guidance.
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Nakamise shopping street
仲見世商店街
Small gifts and sweets on the approach to Sensoji.
Keep temple access clear and follow each shop's handling, eating and photo rules.
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Kappabashi kitchenware street
かっぱ橋道具街
Tableware, kitchen tools and food-replica gifts in a specialist shopping area.
Check individual opening days. Ask about blade care and checked-baggage requirements before buying a knife.
03 / Leave room for a café
A little shopping outing.
These are flexible browsing suggestions, not measured walking itineraries. Time includes browsing; check current transport, access and opening days.
A Ginza gift afternoon
Begin near Ginza-itchome, enjoy stationery, then choose one or two department-store floors.
Keep it short: Itoya plus one department store is plenty.
Asakusa to the kitchen street
Browse Nakamise, then use directions for the walk to Kappabashi. Check shop closing times before setting out.
Keep it short: Choose either Nakamise or Kappabashi and enjoy it slowly.
04 / Useful in any shop
A little help buying it.
How much is this?
これはいくらですか？
Kore wa ikura desu ka?
Point to the actual item
May I see this?
これを見せていただけますか？
Kore o misete itadakemasu ka?
Requests a closer look; does not place an order
Where do I pay?
お会計はどこですか？
Okaikei wa doko desu ka?
Directly addresses department-store uncertainty
Make a day of Tokyo.
Combine a little browsing with the places, food and practical help in the city guide.
Explore Tokyo ↗Research reviewed 24 October 2026. Suggestions are editorial; current stock is not checked. Sources & photograph credit.