Look No Further! Full Guide to All the Best at COREDO Muromachi Terrace
Step up to COREDO Muromachi Terrace to find mainstay brand “Eslite Spectrum Nihonbashi”, a Taiwanese-borne collective for all the latest trend items from Japan and Taiwan, plus a handpicked roster of gourmet eateries, sweets shops and boutiques to explore. Here’s a round-up of all the bests and musts at this mega retailer, an enduring hotspot in the Nihonbashi-Muromachi area since opening its doors in 2019, alongside the earlier opened COREDO Muromachi 1, 2, and 3 buildings.
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What’s downtown at Nihonbashi, the home of COREDO Muromachi Terrace?
Nihonbashi is one of Tokyo’s most historically significant neighborhoods. It’s remained a commercial and cultural hub since the Edo period, and nexus of the “Gokaido” Five Routes that stretch across Japan. Swing by today to find a major economic hub with anything from major finance institutions like the Bank of Japan and the Tokyo Stock Exchange, plus big name retailers like the classic Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi, Japan’s oldest department store.
How to Get to COREDO Muromachi Terrace from Tokyo Station, Ginza, and other Major Areas
From Tokyo Station, get to COREDO Muromachi Terrace in just a 5-minute taxi ride away. By train, take the JR Chuo-Sobu Line to Shin-Nihonbashi Station, followed by a 5-minute walk. The walkup is brief but easily worth the stroll. You can even hop on the Metrolink Nihonbashi bus, which connecting the south and north areas of Nihonbashi and Tokyo Station’s Yaesu Exit in 15-20 minutes.
From Ginza, the Tokyo Metro is the most convenient option. A trip from Ginza Station to Mitsukoshimae Station followed by a short walk will get you to COREDO Muromachi Terrace in about 10 minutes.
What Makes COREDO Muromachi Terrace Special?
COREDO, a name combining "CORE" (the nucleus of commerce in Nihonbashi) and "EDO" (the old name for Tokyo), reflects Nihonbashi’s historical role as the center of trade in Tokyo. Following the success of COREDO Nihonbashi and COREDO Muromachi 1, 2, and 3, COREDO Muromachi Terrace opened its doors in the fall of 2019.
The three-floor hub includes a basement floor and everything up to the second floor of the Nihonbashi Muromachi Mitsui Tower. Its main tenant, Eslite Spectrum Nihonbashi, is a Taiwanese lifestyle and bookstore select brand and the first of its name in Japan. You’ll also find some 30 other shops and boutiques to browse, covering a wide range of eateries and specialty names.
Foodies will be happy to know that COREDO Muromachi Terrace offers a sumptuous roster of tastes from Japan and around the world, making it the “perfect spot for time well spent”. Whether for the world’s food or your next unique item, there’s something for everyone inside.
Top 5 Must-Visit Shops at COREDO Muromachi Terrace
1. Eslite Spectrum Nihonbashi: and Eye for the East with Curated Items and Workshops
Eslite Spectrum Nihonbashi is Japan’s first debut branch for this buzzing brand hub of Taiwanese culture and goods, selected as one of 14 Coolest Department Stores in the World and ranked among "Asia's Best Bookstores”. The Taiwanese select multiplex is themed as a “Wonderland of Lifestyle and Book Culture”, complete with four zones to browse: a book section, stationery and goods, lifestyle and workshop zone, plus a restaurant and food sales area.
Inspired by the history of Nihonbashi and Edo culture, the floor layout feels like a winding corridor that invites you to leisurely explore. This shopper’s delight keeps an eclectic smattering of carefully curated Taiwanese and Japanese stationery, household goods, food, and cosmetics.
One of the hands-down draws here is the wide range of workshops available, with anything from hands-on traditional crafts like glassblowing, dyeing, and metalworking. Additionally, visitors can enjoy authentic Taiwanese cuisine, desserts, and tea, making it feel like a mini-trip to Taiwan right in the heart of Nihonbashi.
2. Relax with Sweets Made from Hokkaido Ingredients at ISHIYA NIHONBASHI
Famous for its "Shiroi Koibito" cookies, ISHIYA opened its first direct-operated café outside of Hokkaido at Nihonbashi. Step inside for a parfait or soft serve ice cream made with the same white chocolate you know and love from the Shiroi Koibito brand, or sink into a pancake flavor that almost tastes like flowers in bloom.
In the shop, you’ll find "Saqu," a delightful treat featuring colorful langue de chat cookies filled with chocolate. The café faces the large-roofed plaza, making it a perfect spot to enjoy soft serve ice cream or a drink from the takeout menu while relaxing on the plaza benches.
Details
- Name in Japanese
- ISHIYA NIHONBASHI
- Location & Floor
- COREDO Muromachi Terrace 1F
- Telephone
- 03-6265-1143
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
3. Wagyu Burger: the Utmost of Juicy Wagyu Flavor
This specialty burger shop offers top-quality wagyu burgers at a reasonable price by purchasing several hundred whole wagyu cattle each year. The burgers feature 100% A5-grade wagyu beef patties paired with rice flour buns, creating a juicy, flavor-packed experience. For a truly indulgent bite, go for the "Wagyu Bacon Burger”, topped with house-made wagyu bacon for undeniable umami goodness.
Details
- Name in Japanese
- Wagyu Burger
- Location & Floor
- COREDO Muromachi Terrace 1F
- Telephone
- 03-6665-6929
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
4. Nippon Department Store Nihonbashi Sohonten: Top-Notch, Quality Goods from Across Japan
The handpicked best of bites, crafts and traditional pieces from near and far Japan all come together at this shop of “Delightful Department Shopping”, truly perfect fit for Nihonbashi, a historic commercial district. Whether you want to treat yourself or find a gift for something special, this is the go-to place for Japan’s crafted goods that mirror the spirit of "monozukuri" (making things).
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 日本百貨店 にほんばし總本店
- Location & Floor
- COREDO Muromachi Terrace 1F
- Telephone
- 03-6281-8997
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
5. PIERRE MARCOLINI COREDO Muromachi Terrace: Indulge in the Craftsmanship of a Renowned Chocolatier
This shop and café is operated by Pierre Marcolini, a chocolatier who holds the prestigious title of Belgian Royal Warrant. Step inside to find a tasteful selection of chocolate crafted with a meticulous focus on cacao, alongside baked goods and macarons. Boasted as one of Japan’s most ample-seated cafes in the Kanto Region, there’s a spot for everyone to enjoy freshly made ice cream and waffles from in-house machines. The parfait, made with silky smooth ice cream, is a standout treat not to be missed!
Details
- Name in Japanese
- ピエール マルコリーニ
- Location & Floor
- COREDO Muromachi Terrace 1F
- Telephone
- 03-6910-8211
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
A World of “Yokocho” Downtown Eatery Vibes at the Bustling B1 Floor
The basement floor offers a wide array of dining options, from lunchtime to dinner, including okonomiyaki, seafood bowls, and teppan-yaki soba. The floor has an open layout, where you can see the lively atmosphere of the restaurants from the walkway, giving it the feel of a bustling "yokocho" (alleyway of eateries).
Here you’ll find anything from spin-offs of famed restaurant brands to regional favorites that can only be found here in Tokyo. Conveniently connected to the underground passages of Mitsukoshimae Station (Tokyo Metro) and Shin-Nihonbashi Station (JR), you can relax and enjoy your meal without worrying about train schedules.
Don't Miss the Seasonal Events at the Large Roof Plaza!
Located on the south side of the first floor, the Large Roof Plaza is an open-air space surrounded by greenery for your next relaxing, spacious escape. As the largest of the five event spaces at COREDO Muromachi Terrace, it hosts various seasonal events, such as the spring SAKURA FES NIHONBASHI, summer festivals, and Christmas celebrations. There’s plenty of tables and chairs on site meaning you can keep this as a trusty spot for a break between shopping and getting around the city.
Wrap-Up
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