Ginza: Tokyo’s Dazzling Shopping District

Ginza is globally renowned as Tokyo’s most fashionable district. A vibrant, modern commercial hub, it is home to the city’s best shopping, dining and entertainment providers offering a wide and varied range of choices. However, the history of the region runs back to the 17^th century. From 1612 to 1800 Ginza functioned as a site for minting silver coins thereby deriving its name. Its development into a chic shopping district occurred following the Great Kanto earthquake of 1923. In real estate value Ginza is one of the most expensive areas in Japan with 1m² costing over an unbelievable 100,000 USD (2010).

The city is filled with myriad attractions that promise an extremely exciting and eventful experience. Several locations of special interest are also found in the vibrant town. The iconic clock tower of the Ginza Wako building built by the founder of Seiko in 1932 is now the symbol of Ginza. Another interesting place is the traditionally built Kabukiza theatre where Kabuki performances are produced.

It is hardly an exaggeration to claim that almost every leading brand name in high fashion and cosmetics is found in Ginza. Among the most prominent department stores are Mitsukoshi and Matsuzakaya that have a historic tradition of trade running back to the 17^th century as well as Hankyu and Seibu which offer an expansive range of fashion, accessories and lifestyle items. The Sony building and Printemps also figure high on Ginza’s must visit stores. For all who love the vibrant excitement of a pulsating modern urban environment and the joys of extensive shopping possibilities, Ginza, Tokyo is an experience not to be missed.

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