Shopping in Japan - outlets, shopping streets and boutiques
A trip to the special and mysterious Japan can be not only interesting, but also useful. In addition to exploring the monuments of ancient culture, centuries-old architecture and modern sights, it is worth spending some time visiting local shops. Even if you have no intention of making a purchase, this will certainly become a valuable experience. All commercial spaces of Japan have been occupied by shopping centers, the most famous of which are Isetan and Odakyu. The prices in these centers vary from medium to high, and it is not worth counting on low ones. For a less expensive shopping experience, you should visit the shopping center “Seibu” which is one of the biggest in the world. Those who want to plunge into the atmosphere of the Japanese bazaar should visit Parco. Online shops like Mitsukoshi, Matsuya, and Takashimaya are often sold out.
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Prices for ordinary Japanese clothes are quite low, but you should be in no rush to buy. The bulk of popular clothing is characterized by a very specific style with which one should be careful. You can safely buy small accessories like handkerchiefs, socks or gloves. In Japanese stores, there are so many different models of these products that everyone will surely be able to choose something for themselves. Jewelry lovers can give themselves a nice treat by buying first-class pearls in Japan. Jewelry stores situated in big cities sell headsets with pearls of the most different shades: snow-white, pink-cream, blue, etc.
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Shopping streets in Japan
♥ Shopping area ' Aoyama' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Asakusa' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Daikanyama' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Dōtonbori' Osaka. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Ebisu' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Funabashi' Chiba. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Ginza' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Aoyama' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Asakusa' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Daikanyama' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Dōtonbori' Osaka. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Ebisu' Tokyo. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Funabashi' Chiba. On the map Photos
♥ Shopping area ' Ginza' Tokyo. On the map Photos
Coolest places in Japan from our Guinness book
Nara Dreamland
From the series “Deserted Places Causing the Feeling of Chill”
In Japan, there is an abandoned Nara Dreamland amusement park, which may also scare many tourists. The opening of the park took place in 1961. It has worked for a little over 30 years and was closed due to lack of funding. A walk in the park gives an impression that it went deserted overnight. All its rides have perfectly preserved after decades. You can find slot machines with toys and a lot of other equipment in old abandoned buildings.
The design of the amusement park is very similar to the California Disneyland. Today, some elements of its scenery look particularly daunting. During the years of desolation, the park destroyed slowly. Trees sprout in many of buildings, and attractions are covered with twine plants and grass. The park is characterized by a huge area. From the day of … Read all
The design of the amusement park is very similar to the California Disneyland. Today, some elements of its scenery look particularly daunting. During the years of desolation, the park destroyed slowly. Trees sprout in many of buildings, and attractions are covered with twine plants and grass. The park is characterized by a huge area. From the day of … Read all
Hitsujiyama Park
From the series “Fabulous Nooks of the World with Striking Colorful Shades”
One of the best places in the world for admiring the fabulous scenery is Hitsujiyama Park located in Japan. The area of this park is about 1 000 square meters. Many tourists tend to visit it in spring. At this time, the park is incredibly beautiful; phlox of thousands different colors, from delicate pink to deep purple, bloom there. Every year, best florists from around the world are involved in designing the Hitsujiyama Park. They plant flowers in such a way that during blooming they form harmonious patterns.
You can admire hills covered with fragrant flowers for ages. There are convenient walking paths and special areas with benches where you can relax in the shade of trees. Huge beds resemble fabulous multi-colored carpets. The best period to visit Hitsujiyama Park is the time … Read all
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You can admire hills covered with fragrant flowers for ages. There are convenient walking paths and special areas with benches where you can relax in the shade of trees. Huge beds resemble fabulous multi-colored carpets. The best period to visit Hitsujiyama Park is the time … Read all