Daiba Park might not be the most spectacular of green spaces, but it offers one of the best views of Odaiba from its slopes. It is one of the remaining island fortresses, and you can still see the artillery emplacements (the cannons can be found at Yasukuni Shrine).
A narrow park with a beachfront onto Tokyo Bay. In the summer evenings you may be able to see yakatabune (lavish private boats from the Heian period) floating in the bay.
The capital’s largest regular farmer’s market takes place on the second weekend of each month near Kachidoki. About 80 vendors gather selling everything from bagels and speciality jam to fresh vegetables and coffee.
Large scale flea market held weekly near the Tokyo City racecourse. It has been held regularly since 1996 and sees over half a million visitors over the year.
The flagship store of Japan’s oldest department chain (dating back to 1673) is to Tokyo what Harrods is to London or Bloomingdale’s is to New York.
This organic farmer’s market takes place in front of the United Nations University in Aoyama every Saturday and Sunday. There are about 50 stalls with local producers selling fresh fruit, vegetables, and flowers.
Harmonica Yokocho actually started out as a black market in the post-war years but has since transformed into a small network of about 100 bars and restaurants.
One of Ginza’s most famous department stores known for its clock tower. It is one of the oldest buildings in Ginza, having stood since 1932 when it was redesigned and reconstruction in the distinctive Neo-Renaissance style.
Up-market department store which opened in April 2017. It’s a 13-floor building with a large restaurant floor and a roof garden from which you can peer down on Chuo Dori.
huge department store on Chuo Dori offering fashion, jewelry, household goods, and currency exchange services. The 8th floor contains restaurants and the basement floor has a food hall. There is also a tax-free counter.
