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Whether itsʼ your first time visiting Tokyo, or your 100th time, youʼve come to the right place. Welcoming you to , the heart of Tokyo, home to the mile-zero marker to Japanʼs national highway system since the (1603-1868) centuries ago. Come to the crossroad of past and present – dive into an array of unique Edo experiences Nihonbashi has to offer. H 200m 400m NIHONBASHI C The frontier spirit is still well alive and A B C D E 2 vivid today, centuries after a swamp- ◀ C AKIHA ODENMACHO Sta. land was developed into Edo, the new SIGHTS JR KANDA M capital of . Nihonbashi, literally Sta. 〒 EAT 〒 : 5min. 3 meaning ‘Japan Bridge’, was at the B AR heart of Edo, the starting point for the SHOP A▶ Gokaido – the Five Highways – that 1 A S 1 connected the capital with the outer H HOTEL CHU H ASAKU regions. The most famous highway was H C C CONVENIENCE STORE O the Tokaido, connecting Edo and , DOR : 15min. 17 A ANTENNA SHOP C the former capital. . I ta JAPAN POST BANK C Ave HI S 〒 BAS 16 The town of Nihonbashi has always A ON You can withdraw money from 8 . IH been at the center of commerce and ATMs at Japan Post Bank (post SHIN-N action – the now bustling Fish JR 15 market was once here before moving. 〒 Shops have been in business for For more info, visit the JNTO (Japan 3 SH 2 C TOUR 2 centuries, serving the townspeople’s O WA everyday needs. Nihonbashi today is a H C 6 C place where tradition and modern day C 7 DOR living meet – from large department st- ▼ 18 ▼ I METRO LINK BUS A9 C Ave ores, stylish new shopping complexes Free shuttle bus service that links YUITO 14 A8 1 . and small shops in business for centur- Nihonbashi & . Comes A 5 TOUR M 7 ies, people come here to nd what they every 10 min. Signs and annouce- 〒 NIHONBASHI ments in English. A6 COREDO H are looking for, and at the same time, C COREDO MUROMACHI 2 〒 come to feel the excitement of discov- TOWER H MUROMACHI 1 ering something new. 8 4 3 MITSUI 9 3 Explore Nihonbashi; come see for C MAIN BLDG. yourself, what has attracted people to 1 〒 H COREDO 3 this town for centuries. A4 10 MUROMACHI 3 A 6 CURRENCY NIHONBASHI 2 B1 MUSEUM A 5 NIHONBASHI SELF WALKING TOURS 〒 TOUR A1 Three ways to enjoy Nihonbashi M M C B2 ETRO MIT 2 Each tour is color coded on the map. C S UK OSHI MAE B3 Sta. TOUR KIMONO FOR A DAY 1 4 11 4 B6 approx. 3 hrs. B6 B8a M METR gown and walk around Nihonbashi – O OTEMACHI stroll along and stop by at small shops, H Sta. a shrine and a restaurant. H EITAI DOR 13

◀ I Ave TOUR 2 SHOP AND STROLL NIHONBASHI Exit . A1 12 approx. 5 hrs. 〒 A 2 A half-day course through the streets of C . Nihonbashi. Find souvenirs and gifts, M Ave B9 A7 B2 take time to appreciate art at a 5 H 5 museum and have a relaxing dinne r. A6 B10 COREDO DORI I A ▼ MET 1 NIHONBASHI C R ▼ R O B5 O TOUR 3 CRUISE NIHONBASHI DAY TOUR H NIHON C2 D4 approx. 8 hrs. TOB B C5 C O A S 19 SH D2 Full-day tour starting with COREDO I S B0 ta. Muromachi tour, followed by a boat 〒 JR TOKYO Sta. B4 20 cruise, shopping, hands-on activities – M D1 and a delicious dinner to top it all off. B3 M A 3,4 B1 E IN 11 10 6 A L 6 S 12 A M AKU NZ : 5min. S I A I KAYABACHO Sta. G ◀ TOE A B C C D E NIHONBASHI GUIDE

KIMONO YUBENDO SARUYA NAKA-DORI SHRINE ZOHIKO SUSHI NAKA-DORI / map D3 4

DO EDO. WELCOME TO TOKYO, OLD AND NEW. 1 (仲通り) Walk along NAKA-DORI, approx. 3 hrs. KIMONO FOR A DAY or ‘center street’, through the COREDO Muromachi Shopping area. Have fun Be dressed in a traditional Japanese costume, the Kimono. Walk around Nihonbashi window shopping and browsing through to enjoy browsing and shopping at various shops, some in business since the 1600’s. the shops and restaurants with terrace If you are in the mood for a quick bite at end of the walk, grab some Sushi for a perfect seats. Perfect spot for taking photos. ending to a memorable day. Great walking tour for enjoying with family and friends.

FUKUTOKU SHRINE / map D3 5 (福徳神社 ;2-4-14 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J 03-3276-3550 www.mebuki.jp/en) It looks brand new, but FUKUTOKU SHRINE has been watching over the town and the people of Nihonbashi since the 9th century. Due to the redevel- opment in the area, it was moved around numerous times. Be sure to pick a fortune for a good luck keepsake. Another great spot for taking photos.

ZOHIKO / map D2 6 (象彦; Nihonbashi-Honcho YS Bldg. 1F, 2-2-2 Nihonbashi -Honcho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3510-1751 www.zohiko.co.jp/en 10am-5.30pm / closed Sun. & holidays) Flagship store is in Kyoto, in business since 1661. A great selection of beautifully crafted lacquerware, boxes, plates, cutlery and even wine glasses – in classic as well as modern designs.

YANONE SUSHI / map C2 7 KIMONO FITTING: KYORAKUTEI / map C3 1 *available on Saturdays only (矢の根寿司; 2-1-1 Nihonbashi-Kakigaracho, Royal Park (橋楽亭;COREDO Muromachi 3 3F, 1-5-5 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Hotel B1, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-5643-8139 yanone.co.jp/ Tokyo. J03-5200-3210 www.nihonbashi-hall.jp/kyoraku-tei/ varies by day) Come to 11am-11pm / Closed Sun & holidays) Casual yet classic Sushi KYORAKUTEI located inside the shopping complex, COREDO Muromachi 3. Located on restaurant is the perfect place to stop for a quick bite, lunch or the 3rd floor, KYORAKUTEI is multi-purpose activity room in traditional Japanese style, dinner. Sit at the counter for a personal interaction with the complete with a spacious tatami room and tea room. Choose from a colorful array of friendly Sushi chef – the exciting live gowns and Obi straps, your choice. A professional fitter will dress you to look your best. show is a true treat. Reservations necessary in advance.

YUBENDO / map D3 2 NIHONBASHI TIPS ANTENNA SHOPS (有便堂; 1-6-6 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3241-6504 www.yubendo.co.jp Don’t have time to visit all the prefectures in Japan? Then /index.html 10am-6pm / closed Sun & Nihonbashi is the place for you – it’s known for the holidays) YUBENDO’s original paper collection of antenna shops – traditional hand crafted fans, cards, memo pads, and little items, souvenirs, food and beverages from prefectures envelopes make beautiful gifts. all over Japan have gathered in one area. Shop for gifts to take home or try the food samples to savor the flavors of Japan all in one day without ever leaving Tokyo.

SARUYA / map D3 3 HOKKAIDO / map B5 A 1 (Near Tokyo Sta.) NARA / map D4 A 5 (さるや; 1-12-5 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. 北海道フーディスト J03-3275-0770 奈良まほろば館 J03-3516-3931 J 03-5542-1905 www.nihonbashi-saruya.co.jp/ KYOTO / map B5 A 2 (Near Tokyo Sta.) SHIMANE / map D3 A 6 Mon-Sat 10am-6pm / Closed Sun & holidays) 京都館 J03-5204-2260 にほんばし島根館 J03-3548-9511 A shop solely dedicated to handcrafted YAMANASHI / map B6 A 3 MIE / map C3 A 7 toothpicks, in Nihonbashi since 1704. 富士の国 やまなし館 J03-3241-3776 三重テラス J03-5542-1033 Toothpicks come wrapped in colorful YAMAGUCHI / map B6 A 4 FUKUSHIMA / map C2 A 8 Japanese Washi paper. Great mix of おいでませ山口館 J03-3231-1863 日本橋ふくしま館MIDETTE J03-6262-3977 traditional and modern designs. 3 4 NIHONBASHI GUIDE

KIYA HAKUZA TSURUYA MUSEUM MITSUKOSHI HONEN MANPUKU EITARO MITSUI MEMORIAL MUSEUM / map C3 9

DO EDO. WELCOME TO TOKYO, OLD AND NEW. 2 (三井記念美術館; Mitsui Main Building 7F, 2-1-1 approx. 8 hrs. Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku,Tokyo. J03-5777-8600 SHOP AND STROLL www.mitsui-museum.jp/english/english.html 10am-5pm (last Go on this half-day tour around Nihonbashi to find the perfect gift to take home to family and entry 4:30pm), closed Mon (except when Mon is a holiday, friends back home. From traditional Japanese tools to delicious foods and sweets, you are closed the following day) Five exhibitions go on display annually. sure to find something you’ll fall in love with. The building built in the Showa era is designated as an Important Cultural Property. The museum café and shop are popular among art goers.

MITSUKOSHI NIHONBASHI / map C3 10 (日本橋三越本店;1-4-1Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo.J03-3241-3311 mitsukoshi.mi- store.jp/store/nihombashi/fcs/english/i ndex.html 10am-7pm Closed: Varies by month) Head straight to ‘Depachika’ the basement. Plenty of food samples to try and a wide selection of and food and sweets to take home.

HONEN MANPUKU / map D4 11 (豊年萬福 ; 1-8-16 Nihombashi- Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3277-3330 www.hounenman- puku.jp/ Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner 5pm-11pm, Sat, Sun, Holidays 5pm-10pm) Casual Japanese Izakaya-style restaurant right on the water by the symbolic Nihonbashi Bridge. Great menu selection from Sushi and Tempura to Shabu-shabu.

EITARO SOHONPO / map C5 12 (榮太樓總本鋪; 1-2-5 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. KIYA / map C3 8 J03-3271-7785 www.eitaro.com / Hours: 9:30am-6pm / closed (木屋 ; COREDO Muromachi 1 1F, 2-2-1 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Sun. & holidays) The pyramid shaped Tokyo. J03-3241-0110 www.kiya-hamono.co.jp/english 10am - 8pm/ Closed: New ‘Umeboshi’ candy is a Nihonbashi Year’s Day) The signature wall decorated with traditional Japanese kitchenware and favorite. In-store café is perfect for breaks.Try the Kintsuba sweet bean tools is a must-see. Wall cabinet full of knives is quite a sight. Popular are the Japanese paste cake, their signature sweet knives, created by skilled craftsmen. since the Edo period.

HAKUZA NIHONBASHI / map C3 8 NIHONBASHI TIPS THE SEVEN GODS TOUR ・七福神巡り (箔座日本橋; COREDO Muromachi 1 1F, 2-2-1 Nihonbashi- Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3273-8941 Nihonbashi is known for Japan’s KOAMI SHRINE 小網神社 www.hakuza.co.jp/english quickest Seven Lucky Gods Tour, 福禄寿/弁財天 FUKUROKUJU/BENZAITEN – good luck/money 10am - 8pm/ Closed: New Year’s a walking of seven shrines in the SUGINOMORI SHRINE 椙森神社 Day) Gold leaf you can wear, use as area. Residents and people from 恵比寿神 EBISUSHIN – business/safety on the road makeup, or even eat. In-store café all over Tokyo gather every New serves green tea and sweets. MUROO BENZAITEN 室生弁財天 Years Day and make their rounds, 弁財天 BENZAITEN – creativity/studies/money a tradition in practice since the SUEHIRO SHRINE 末廣神社 TSURUYA YOSHINOBU / map C3 1 Edo period. Each shrine and its 毘沙門天 BISHAMONTEN - treasure/wealth/winning luck (鶴屋吉信 ; COREDO Muromachi 3 1F, 1-5-5 Nihonbashi- resident god has a unique attribu- J KASAMAINARI SHRINE 笠間稲荷神社 Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. 03-3243-0551 www.tokyo- te – even if you don’t have time to 寿老神 JUROJIN – longevity mise.jp/en 10am - 8pm/ Closed: New Year’s Day) Beautiful visit all seven gods, why not take MATSUSHIMA SHRINE 松島神社 handcrafted traditional Japanese sweets from Kyoto. Choose time to visit a shrine that will listen a sweet, then sit at the counter and sip on tea as you watch the 大国天 DAIKOKUTEN – good harvest/bring in luck to your heart’s deepest wishes? live demonstration. The master confectioner will personally CHANOKI SHRINE 茶ノ木神社 serve you. 布袋尊 HOTEI – abundance/good health

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COREDO CRUISE IBASEN OZU WASHI EDOYA HARIO EBIYA TAKASHIMAYA ZAKURO OZU WASHI / map D2 15

DO EDO. WELCOME TO TOKYO, OLD AND NEW. 3 (小津和紙 ; Ozu Honkan Bldg, 3-6-2 Nihonbashi-Honcho, approx. 8 hrs. Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3662-1184 www.ozuwashi.net/ CRUISE NIHONBASHI DAY TOUR english 10am-6pm/Closed Sundays) Est. 1653. Paper After a morning tour of COREDO Muromachi Shopping Area, go sightseeing in Nihonbashi. shop for traditional handcrafted Japanese paper. Start off by going on a waterway cruise, then cruise the streets of Nihonbashi packed with Washi Japanese paper making workshop is a activities and shopping. Finish the day off by dining at one of the best Wagyu Beef must-try. Walk-ins welcome, advance reserva- restaurants in town. tions recommended.

EDOYA / map E1 16 (江戸屋 ; 2-16 Nihonbashi-Oden -macho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3664-5671 www.nihonbashi-edoya.co.jp 9am-5pm/Closed: Sat, Sun & holidays) Est. 1718. A historical brush shop, established in 1718. With brushes covering the walls and even hanging from the ceiling, you can find Japanese brushes for all purposes from cleaning to hair brushing.

HARIO LAMPWORK FACTORY / map E1 17 (2-10 Nihonbashi Odenma-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J 03 -5623-2143 www.hario-lwf.com 11am-7pm/Closed Sun & holidays) Delicate handcrafted glass -ware and unique, stylish accessories created by the glass artists make great gifts. The live demonstration on site is simply stunning and entertaining.

EBIYA ART / map E1 18 (海老屋 ; 3-2-18 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, CULTURE EXPERIENCE TOUR & LUNCH / map C3 8 Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3241-6543 www.e-ebiya.com 10am-6pm (日本橋案内所;Nihonbashi Information Center, COREDO Muromachi 1 B1F, 2-2-1 /Closed Sun & holidays) Antique store with items from the Edo Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3242-2334 www.nihonbashi-info.jp/omotena- period. Look for the Kabuki painting on the wall outside on the shi/en 10am-7pm) Tour includes a visit to a local Shinto shrine, hands-on activities and main street. ▼ ▼ METRO LINK BUS (See map on P1) stops at various shops inside the COREDO Muromachi Shopping Area, followed by lunch of Free shuttle bus service that links Nihonbashi your choice. & Tokyo Station. Comes every 10 min. Signs ▼ and annoucements in English. ▼ WATERWAY CRUISE / map D4 13 TAKASHIMAYA DEPARTMENT STORE / map C5 19 J (日本橋案内所 ;Nihonbashi Information Center, COREDO Muro (高島屋 ; Nihonbashi 2-4-1, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. 03-3211- -machi 1 B1F, 2-2-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. 4111 www.takashimaya.co.jp/tokyo/store_information 10am- J03-3242-2334 www.nihonbashi-tokyo.jp/en/rivers 10am- 8pm, Restaurant area 10am-9:30pm/Closed: Varies by month) 7pm) The cruise starts as you board from the Nihonbashi One of Japan’s major department stores with a wide selection Boarding Dock – learn about the history of the town as you pass ranging from fashion to household ware. Kimono store on 7th beneath the historical bridges. floor is worth a look.

ZAKURO / map C6 20 IBASEN / map E2 14 ( ; Nihonbashi 3-8-2 Shin-Nihonbashi Bldg B1F, (伊場仙 ; 4-1 Nihonbashi-Kobunacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. ざくろ J03-3664-9261 www.ibasen.co.jp Chuo-ku, Tokyo. J03-3271-3791 Weekdays 11:30am- /index.html 10am-6pm/Closed: Sat, 3pm, 5pm-10pm Weekends & holidays 11:30-10pm/Closed End Sun & holidays except Sat & Sun of Year & New Year’s Day, when Nihonbashi Bldg is closed) between Apr 4th to Aug 30th) Est. 1590. Great place for Shabu-shabu and Sukiyaki hot pot. Interior Beautiful collection of Japanese fans, décor gives Zakuro a great atmosphere for dining. paper and Ukiyo-e prints on display.

7 8 COREDO MUROMACHI SHOPPING AREA TSURUYA YOSHINOBU / SIGHT 6 1 (鶴屋吉信 J03-3243-0551) After shopping for beautifully crafted confectionary, sit at the counter and enjoy tea as the master confectioner creates sweets right before your eyes.

ORESHIKI RAMEN / SIGHT 3 11 (とんこつらーめん俺式 J03-5200-0200) Great Ramen noodle restaurant, perfect for a quick bite. CULTURE EXPERIENCE TOUR & LUNCH A popular choice is the Tonkotsu Ramen, noodles in thick, rich broth. Appetizers and drinks also available.

CLASKA Gallery & Shop "DO"/ SIGHT 6 ( J03-6262-3270) 1 Lifestyle store featuring fashion, accessories and items for the home – choose from a OMOTENASHI NIHONBASHI BEST of JAPAN Gourmet Tour NANA selection of small plates, bowls and other items in sophisticated, modern Japanese design. COREDO MUROMACHI boasts a unique collection of shops and restaurants, spread CHUO DORI Ave. out across three buildings. Shop for traditional Japanese household ware, souvenirs SIGHTS and modern fashion, accessories and enjoy great dining. 1 Mitsui Memorial Museum YUITO Open Daily 10am-9pm : Calls within Japan 0120-355-231 International Calls (standard rates 2 Fukutoku Shrine 2 NIHONBASHI A6 5 COREDO apply) +81-3-5927-9321 English speaking operators available 3 Nihonbashi Information Center MITSUI MUROMACHI 2 TOWER COREDO http://31urban.jp/lng/eng/muromachi.html 4 Mitsui Hall SOTOBORI DORI Av. BANK OF JAPAN MUROMACHI 1 MITSUI 3,4 1 MAIN BLDG. 5 TOHO Cinemas Nihonbashi 6 COREDO MUROMACHI 3 NINBEN / SIGHT 3 8 6 Kyorakutei A4 (にんべん J03-3241-0241) NIHONBASHI 3,4 7 MITSUKOSHI METRO MITSUKOSHIMAE Sta. Sip on Dashi Japanese soup stock samples, or try shaving dry

bonito using a traditional Japanese NIHONBASHI tool. Freeze dried instant miso EITAI DORI Ave. soups make great gifts NIHONBASHI Exit

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COREDO 7 NIHONBASHI HAKKAISAN COREDO Muromachi COREDO Nihonbashi SENNENKOUJIYA / SIGHT 5 4 (八海山千年こうじや J03-6262-3188) SIGHT 7 19 You can find the full lineup of COREDO NIHONBASHI SHOPPING AREA Hakkaisan, a popular brand of Japanese Sake. Sip on Sake at the in-store bar along with an assortment of appetizers.

NIHONBASHI INFORMATION CENTER SIGHT 3 8 Demi - Luxe BEAMS Cosme Kitchen The Meat Locker Cellar & Grill Our international concierge is here to give you the latest COREDO NIHONBASHI Shopping Area features a broad selection of shops to choose information on shopping, dining, sightseeing, day tours and activities. Come by the Takumi Shop with a selection from, for beauty, fashion and items for the home. The restaurant floor is home to of Nihonbashi souvenirs and the Ippin Café where you delicious dining – choose from Japanese cuisine, deli & café, pizza, steakhouse and can relax for a quick break. Free Wi-Fi available. more – there’s something for everyone. Direct access from Exits B12,C1,C2 Nihonbashi Station (Metro Line, Tozai Line, Toei Open daily 10am - 9pm Line) 3 min. walk from (Metro Ginza Line / Hanzoumon Line) COREDO Muromachi 1 B1F, 2-2-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. Open Daily 10am-9pm : Calls within Japan 0120-355-231 International Calls (standard rates Direct access from Exit A6, Mitsukoshimae Station (Metro apply) +81-3-5927-9321 English speaking operators available 9 Ginza Line / Hanzomon Line) J03-3242-2334 http://31urban.jp/lng/eng/nihonbashi.html 10 ACCESS to NIHONBASHI Easy access from major train stations – JR Tokyo Station, Ginza Line/Asakusa Line Station. Come to Nihonbashi - a unique crossroad of past and present - to eat & drink, shop or walk around and get a glimpse into another side of Tokyo.

NIHONBASHI INFORMATION CENTER Stop by the Nihonbashi Information Center to speak to our international concierge - get the latest information on shopping, dining, sightseeing, day tours and activities.

Direct access from Exit A6, Mitsukoshimae Station (, Hanzomon Line) COREDO Muromachi 1 B1F, 2-2-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. Phone: +81-3-3242-0010 Open daily 10am - 9pm

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NRT NIHONBASHI AIRPORT TRAIN 2min. AREA TAXI 5min. SHIN JR STOP NIHON TOKYO 1 WALK 9min. BASHI

TOKYO SKYTREE GINZA TRAIN 7min. MITSU LINE G ASAKUSA 12 KOSHI SHIMBASHI GINZA MAE

ASAKUSA G TRAIN 5min. 11 NIHON min. LINE 5 A 3 SHIMBASHI 13 BASHI TRAIN

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