Tokyo is a city where tradition and innovation come together. While it stands at the forefront of cutting-edge culture, it is also home to long-established flavors dating back to the Edo period and the refined craftsmanship of highly skilled artisans, making it a place where the essence of Japan’s traditional culture converges.
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「Tokyo Metropolis」Shop List
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Kanda Matsuya Main Branch
Founded in 1884 (Meiji 17)Handmade Edo-style soba loved by Shōtarō IkenamiThis long-established soba restaurant in Ka… -
Haibara Nihonbashi Main Store
Founded in Bunka 3 (1806).Paper products with refined designs that have been loved across generations.A washi special… -
Shinshōdō
Founded in the first year of the Taisho era (1912)A long-established Japanese sweets shop offering items connected to… -
Shiba Shinmei Eitaro
Founded in 1885 (Meiji 18)The specialty is "Enoshima Monaka," loved and named by the famous writer Ozaki Koyo.A Japan… -
Jusanya Comb Shop
Established in Genbun 1 (1736)Acquire a lifelong boxwood comb at this renowned shop with over 280 years of historySin… -
Komagata Maekawa
Founded in the Bunka-Bunsei era (early 1800s)Enjoy exquisite eel dishes while admiring the stunning sceneryThis eel r…
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We feature Japan’s long-established shops—businesses that have endured for over a century, passing down craftsmanship, spirit, and stories through generations.
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Japanese Liquor CROSSING® showcases Japan’s rich alcohol culture—from sake to whisky and gin—bringing together tradition and innovation for audiences in Japan and around the world.
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Tokyo Metropolis-Spiritual
Japan has long lived in harmony with nature and developed a rich and distinctive spiritual culture. We share information on shrines, temples, festivals, and traditional fortune-telling.
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Tokyo Metropolis-Event
We share event information from across Japan, focusing on culture, food, and alcohol-related experiences—introducing places where you can experience and discover the best of Japan.
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Tokyo Metropolis-News
agataJapan shares the latest news and topics on long-established businesses, Japanese culture, and alcohol—presenting Japan as it is today.agataJapan shares the latest news and topics on long-established businesses, Japanese culture, and alcohol—presenting Japan as it is today.
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We share stories and useful insights on Japan’s long-established businesses and traditional culture, offering articles that bring new perspectives to everyday life.
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46.Kagoshima Prefecture
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