Matsuya Ginza
A long-established department store opened in 1869 stands on a main street in Ginza, Tokyo. A location is easily accessible where the store directly connects to Exit A12 of Tokyo Metro Ginza station.
The old Matsuzakaya department store has been torn down and rebuilt. Matsuya Ginza and Ginza Mitsukoshi are both historic and iconic department stores in Ginza.
Osu Shopping Street
Nagoya‘s biggest arcade is surrounded by Wakamiya, Fushimi, Osu and Minami-Otsu Streets. Almost 1,200 stores and facilities in all kinds of genres are clustered - restaurants, second-hand, general, and appliance stores, etc. are creating a unique atmosphere.
Most of the shops sell the same stuff. Nothing really stands out.
Moegi no Mura
Moegi no Mura, located in Kiyosato, Hokuto City, is an all-on-one destination with stylish, eclectic shops, restaurants, a music box museum and more, all tucked inside a garden of wild flowers. The natural garden engulfing Moegi no Mura was designed by none other than renowned landscaper, Paul Smither. The garden attracts countless numbers of visitors each day.
You can really see the creativity in how the shops are decorated everywhere. If you have enough time, it's worth planning a visit here.
FUFU Nara
Located on the edge of Nara Park, the FUFU Nara is a perfect base to travel around Nara. Kengo Kuma, one of the top Japanese architects, has designed this impressive building.The divine air of Nara Park swings trees outside of the room window. It facilitates an open-air bath in each guest room to relax and unwind.
The rooms are spacious and comfortable. You can even enjoy the view of the bamboo forest while relaxing in the hot spring.
SETRE MARINA BIWAKO
SETRE MARINA BIWAKO is a resort hotel located on the shore of Lake Biwa. You can enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Biwa from every guest room and anywhere in the hotel. The hotel's theme, "Born in Shiga," is reflected in the delicious local food and the hotel's interior. It is known as a great place to forget your busy life and enjoy a luxurious stay.
Everything was fantastic—the service, the food, and the view!
Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower
This convenient high-rise hotel is located close to the station, just a 3-minute walk from the south exit of Shinjuku Station.
It's right across from Takashimaya and close to Shinjuku Station, so it's super convenient. The room rates are also pretty reasonable.
Hotel Kawakyu
The Hotel Kawakyu was opened in 1993 with the concept of "a special holiday like staying in an art museum.” The building is the joint work of world-renowned architects and creators and has been awarded the prestigious Murano Togo Prize in architecture for its highly original design.
This hotel is really grand. You can see the ocean right from your room, and the dinner buffet has a great variety of dishes.