Area Information
Hibiya and Yurakucho
Hibiya and Yurakucho join Ginza in forming Japan's most well-known shopping and dining district.
This area was formerly home to the publishers of Asahi Shimbun, one of Japan's most widely read national newspapers, but since it moved away, department stores run by Seibu and Hankyu moved in. Yurakucho Mullion department store is also here.
The twin towers of Yurakucho Mullion are famous for selling trendy items to Japan's young women.
A large construction project is going on right next door to Yurakucho Mullion. The new tenant will be another beacon for Japan's young men and women, Marui department store.
On the other hand, if you've had enough shopping and are looking for something completely different, head to the streets under the JR Yamanote Line, where you'll find very modest little yakitori shops with wobbly seats, delicious bits of grilled meats and cold beer for their customers.
Bic Camera also has a large store here with all the latest electronics goods. If you don't have time to go to Akihabara, this is a good alternative.
Finally, Hibiya Park is one of the city's most famous parks.
This is Japan's first Western-style park. You'll see company employees on their lunch breaks and shoppers from Ginza resting on the benches.
Sightseeing spots
Transportation Guide
Yurakucho Station: JR Yamanote Line, JR Keihin Tohoku Line, Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, Hibiya Line
Hibiya Station: Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line
