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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    Ubukeya, a long-established cutlery sh…

    Nihonbashi (bridge)scissorskitchen knife(hair) tweezersSince its establishment in 1783, UBUKEYA has had a history of …
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    To make Japanese “tea culture…

    Shibuya, Daikanyamatea ceremonytea utensilsGyokuho-Do handles tea ceremony utensils on Minami-Aoyama Kotto-dori. Gyok…
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    The family motto is “Be a connoi…

    Shibuya, Daikanyamatea ceremonytea utensilsGyokuho-Do handles tea ceremony utensils on Minami-Aoyama Kotto-dori. Gyok…
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    How were “Fresh Pack” and …

    Nihonbashi (bridge)katsuobushiIhee Takatsu, the 13th generation owner of Nimben, says, "Even though we are a dried bo…
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    What innovations have been made at Nim…

    Nihonbashi (bridge)katsuobushiIhee Takatsu, the 13th generation owner of Nimben, says, "Even though we are a dried bo…
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    Yamamoto Nori Store, a long-establishe…

    Nihonbashi (bridge)laverYamamoto Nori Store has a history of more than 170 years dedicated to laver. When it comes to…
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    Yamamoto Nori Store, a long-establishe…

    Nihonbashi (bridge)laverYamamoto Nori Store has a history of more than 170 years dedicated to laver. When it comes to…
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    Kamiya Bar, the oldest bar in Japan, w…

    Asakusa (department store)Denki Bran (brandname)barKamiya Bar" was the first bar in Japan to keep an eye on the chang…
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    I was a junior high school student whe…

    Asakusa (department store)Denki Bran (brandname)barKamiya Bar, the oldest bar in Japan, has been observing the change…

「Shinise」Shop List

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    Toshimaya Sake Shop

    Founded in Keichō 1 (1596)The root of the izakaya, a “Tokyo Modern Tavern” where you can enjoy Edo’s drinking culture…
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    Chomeiji Sakura Mochi

    Founded in Kyōho 2 (1717)A store that has continued for over 300 years, the birthplace of Kanto-style Sakura MochiIn …
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    Kanda Yabu Soba

    Founded in 1880 (Meiji 13)Enjoy seasonal flavors at a soba shop that has continued since the Meiji eraThis famous sob…
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    MATSUZAKI SHOTEN (Ginza Matsuzaki Senb…

    Founded in Bunka 1 (1804)https://youtu.be/p1OexVQMoWISharing gentle flavors with sincerityThe new main store, MATSUZA…
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    Yagenbori Shin-Nakamise Main Store

    Founded in Kan'ei 2 (1625)Shichimi chili pepper loved by Tokugawa Iemitsu, adjustable to your preferred spicinessA lo…
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    Kimuraya Main Store

    Founded in Keio 4 (1868)Ningyoyaki shaped after Asakusa landmarks is a specialty of Nakamise StreetThe oldest ningyoy…

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