Life / Living / Hospital Spots in Tokyo Area

  • Flying Tiger Copenhagen Omotesando Store
    Shopping
    Tokyo Shibuya-ku Jingumae 4-3-2
    Flying Tiger is a chain originating in Denmark which sells Scandinavian lifestyle goods. Flying Tiger is designed around the concept of cute and fashionable European decorations and knickknacks at reasonable prices. Inside, countless goods are arranged under the store's characteristic soft lighting. The selection primarily focuses on stationary, interior decorations, kitchen goods, dining utensils, and party items. Colorful, pop-inspired paper napkins and tablecloths make popular presents.
  • Mito Shoji (Ameyoko Plaza Shop)
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    3.5
    2 Reviews
    Shopping
    Tokyo Taitou-ku Ueno 6-10-7 Ameyoko Plaza 4
    A store which sells imported lighters and writing materials and which has operated for over 30 years in the Ameya-Yokocho market in Ueno. The shop carries an abundant variety of products and always keeps around 2,300 Zippo lighters in stock at any given time. In addition to standard plain lighters, the shop also sells a wide array of lighters with brand logos, anime characters, and other designs. Among the shop's selection, you'll find more rare lighters perfect for international visitors to Japan, such as a lighter decorated with an image of Tokyo Skytree or Japanese gold lacquer.

    アメ横の高架下にあるアメ横プラザの店です。 喫煙具や万年筆の店ですが、時計なども売っていて、ぱっと見は何の店かわかりません。

  • Tora no Ana Ikebukuro Store
    Shopping
    Tokyo Toshima-ku Higashikebukuro 1-9-1 Seiko Sunshine Building XI 6-7F
    Tora no Ana is a dojin shop in Higashi-Ikebukuro in Tokyo’s Toshima City. It deals mainly in fan-created magazines and fan merchandise but also sells commercially produced comics and anime. There are two Tora no Ana shops in the Ikebukuro area, and Tora no Ana B is one of them, while Tora no Ana A sells mostly merchandise that appeals to men. The store also sells adult comics along with action figures and other toys. In November 2015, the former Store A and Store B changed places, so the current Store A is in the building where Store B was formerly located.
  • Crane Riding Club Tokyo
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Tokyo Machida-shi Shinkojimachi 1227
    This riding club boasts good access, being approximately 30 minutes from Shinjuku. It has 122 horses and about 2000 members, and is one of the largest in Tokyo. The variety of courses is particularly attractive and includes courses that support beginning riders, ones where visitors can participate without bringing anything, horse riding for health for those over 50, and children's horse riding for elementary and middle schoolers. Whether for health, stress relief, fitness or simply just a love of horses, people of all ages visit for a variety of reasons.
  • Melonbooks Ikebukuro
    Shopping
    Tokyo Toshima-ku Minamikebukuro 1-23-6 KDG Building B1F
    A shop located in the Minami-Ikebukuro area of Toshima City, Tokyo selling dojinshi (fanzines) based on anime, video game, manga, and light novel properties as well as merchandise and new books. Although the shop sells adult-oriented merchandise, it is also notable for its large collection of books and products for more general tastes. Some of the things sold at Melonbooks are offered nowhere else, and many customers come here from far away seeking their favorite dojinshi and related merchandise. Open until 11 pm, even people coming home from work can stop by and browse at their leisure.
  • Tokyo Metropolitan Tama Library
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Tokyo Kokubunjishi Izumichou 2-2-26
    The Tokyo Metropolitan Tama Library is adjacent to the lush greenery of Musashi Kokubunji Park. They have about 17 thousand magazines ranging from general publications to academic journals. They also run the Tokyo Magazine Bank, as well as a service that uses magazines to promote childhood literacy; they have a wealth of useful books and materials geared toward young people ranging from toddlers to high school students. The library is open to all regardless of age.
  • Kiwa Products Kirarito Ginza Store
    Shopping
    Tokyo Chuou-ku Ginza 1-8-19KIRARITOGINZA5F
    An atelier cafe which sells parts for making bead accessories. The shop is filled with colorful beads in all shapes and sizes and made from all kinds of materials gathered from across the country and around the world. There's a cafe space in the back where you can work with beads while enjoying a cup of fresh brewed coffee. The shop also lends tools to those who don't have them. The shop periodically conducts workshops where you can learn about making accessories and eat tasty sweets.
  • Aoyama Farmers Market
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Tokyo Shibuya-ku Jingu-mae 5-53-70
  • CUTLERY TSUBAYA
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    4.5
    34 Reviews
    Shopping
    Tokyo Taito-ku Nishiasakusa 3-7-2

    The 2 people on the floor might have been father and son, the former advising me. I wanted steak knives and he showed me their selection of around 8 with varying prices. There was a boxed set on...

  • Babaghuri Main Shop
    Shopping
    Tokyo Koutou-ku Kiyosumi 3-1-7
    A boutique located across from Kiyosumi Garden in Kiyosumi, Koto City. The shop carries products made with natural materials, such as skin care items, furniture, kitchen goods, and clothing and fabrics created by designer Jurgen Lehl. The shop also sells teas, muffins, and other baked foods.
  • IDEE Shop Jiyugaoka
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    3.5
    5 Reviews
    Shopping
    Tokyo Meguro-ku Jiyugaoka 2-16-29
    This interior goods shop is in 2-chome, Jiyugaoka, Meguro City. This is the brand's flagship store, and has a range of daily goods and crafts on the theme of Laugh & Luxe. They also have events like interior design consultation meets and workshops.

    スタバの近くにあります(駅すぐではない方)。インテリアの参考になるし、素敵な雑貨に癒されます。4階にはカフェもありますよ。

  • CHAGOHAN TOKYO
    Life / Living / Hospital
    Tokyo Taitou-ku Nishiasakusa 2-17-131F
    This traditional Japanese cuisine classroom and chef's kitchen located in Nishi-Asakusa has the concept of communicating and spreading the wonder of traditional Japanese food and tea culture in Japan and around the world. In the classes to experience traditional Japanese cuisine, you can learn from the basics, such as how to make okonomiyaki pancakes, sukiyaki, sushi, dashi soup stock and batter. There is also a class to learn green tea etiquette, and options to ride on rickshaws and wear kimono. In addition, it may be used as a rental kitchen for reunions and other gatherings.
  • Mori no Toshoshitsu
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    4.0
    1 Reviews
    Gourmet / Alcohol
    Tokyo Shibuya-ku Maruyamachou 5-3 Hagiwara Building 3F
    This library cafe was developed around the concept of Shibuya's evening library. Since it's located in a rental room in a Shibuya residential building, entry requires a membership card key or a call by intercom. Inside you'll find full bookshelves and can enjoy a meal or drink over a book. Non-members must pay an extra fee. There are also occasional reading events.

    店内に沢山の蔵書があるライブラリバー。スタッフさんや、お客さんのおススメ本を手に取るのが楽しい。自分では選ばないような本に出会えます。お酒を飲みながらの読書は幸せです。

  • Shim (Asakusa kimono and yukata rentals)
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    Tokyo Taitou-ku Asakusa 1-7-5
    A kimono and yukata rental and dressing shop located a five minute walk from Asakusa Station. All of the shop's rental kimonos are vintage items with fabulous patterns carefully selected by the staff. Whether you're having some fun with the girls, going on a date, or going on a little stroll through Asakusa, the staffs are ready to meet your needs and will dress you and style you so you look fashionable and attractive. Because you're renting and not buying, feel free to try bold colors and patterns, and you can come without needing to bring anything special on your part. Rentals can be returned by 8:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to enjoy yourself. The shop's kimono plans include not only the kimono itself and obi belt but also accessories-you'll be all set! You can also borrow a haori or travelling coat for free in winter to keep warm.
  • The Monocle Shop Tokyo
    Shopping
    Tokyo Shibuya-ku Tomigaya 1-19-2 Lunarossa Shibuya 1F
    This is the company store of London-based periodical Monocle. It's attached to the magazine and radio editorial offices, with the shop blocked off by wooden fencing, allowing you to see the writers actually at work. The goods on offer include Monocle back issues, suitcases and notebooks, clothing, knick knacks, and other men's/unisex items. Their original goods are German-made notebooks, and items made in collaboration with famous brands. The stationery and cologne made with the famous Mark's brand are quite popular. Their target is men, but women are also common visitors.
  • Free Design[Import Northern Europe/Design]
    Shopping
    Tokyo Musashinoshi Kichijoujihonchou 2-18-22F
    A select shop built around the concept of “quality living” carrying a carefully assembled array of lifestyle goods and tableware from northern and central Europe, the United States, Japan, and other countries around the world. Offering a wide selection of highly original items, with a focus on ease of use and design, the shop also sells products from such popular brands as Marimekko and Hakusan Porcelain. The closest station is Kichijoji Station.
  • SHIBUYA PUBLISHING & BOOKSELLERS
    Shopping
    Tokyo Shibuya-ku Kamiyamachou 17-3 Terrace Kamiyama 1F
    A new kind of bookstore combining both publishing and retail functions in the so-called Oku-Shibuya area of the Kamiyama neighborhood in Shibuya City, Tokyo. The clean white interior is filled with books and publications of all genres, including magazines, comics, art books, and photo collections. In the back of the shop is an editing space for the publishing company. Patrons can watch the publication process at work through glass windows. Open until midnight on weekdays, the shop is the perfect place to casually stop by on the way home from work.
  • WTW Aoyama Shop
    Shopping
    Tokyo Minato-ku Minamiaoyama 6-3-15, Tokyo
    This lifestyle shop is based on the concept of “URBAN, SURF, NATURAL” (sic). They offer a range of interior and sundry goods that conjure an image of America’s west coast surfing scene. The store is open, laid back, and customers enjoy shopping at their leisure.
  • WTW Futakotamagawa
    Shopping
    Tokyo Setagaya-ku Tamagawa 2-21-1 Ryoko Tamagawa Rise/Shopping Center Station Mark 1F
    This is a lifestyle shop located in “Futako Tamagawa Rise Shopping Center” in Setagaya City, Tokyo. Based on the concept of “URBAN, SURF, NATURAL,” it sells interior goods, tableware, furniture that while urban also have a beach feel. The white-based interior has a natural atmosphere incorporating a small tree symbol. Enjoy shopping in a relaxed atmosphere.
  • Jimbocho Nyankodo Books specializing in books about cats
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    4.0
    7 Reviews
    Shopping
    Tokyo Chiyoda-ku Kandajimbouchou 2-2 Inside the Anekawa Bookstore
    This is a bookstore within the “Anekawa Bookstore” that specializes in selling books of cats located in Kanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo. In the space specializing in books of cats, there are 400 types and 2000 books of cats displayed at all times. It is possible to look through the books in the store. Many visitors come from far away as the media have introduced the place as a sacred site for cat lovers. Although he is not in the store, a brown striped cat called Rikuo serves as the store manager.

    神田神保町の交差点にある猫についての書籍専門店です。伺った際は保護猫の里親募集のイベントが行われていて、本物の猫もいました。

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