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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    Shukusen, a dyed kimono store for yuka…

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    The Five Secret Secrets of Long-established BusinessesNihonbashi (bridge)toothpicktoothpickLindera umbrellataBringing…
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    Nihonbashi (bridge)cleaning utensilsEdo broombroomShirokiya Nakamura Denbei Shoten, founded in 1830, is a long-establ…
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    Ryogoku/Kameidotraditional crafttortoiseshell (of the hawksbill turtle)Edo Tortoiseshell" is a beautiful pattern crea…
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    The Five Secret Secrets of Long-established BusinessesNihonbashi (bridge)kitchen knife(hair) tweezersBringing the bes…
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    Indigo Dyeing Studio Tsubosoen

    1919 (Taisho 8)Indigo dyeing studio that continues to preserve the traditional techniques that have been used since t…
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    Kototoi Dango

    Founded in the late Edo period.The three-color dango, loved since the Edo period, is perfect as a gift.A dango shop t…
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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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    Ibasen

    Founded in Tenshō 18 (1590)https://youtu.be/mhGpfrikHwAChic designed fans and folding fans that have long been loved …
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    Yoshinoya Shoten

    Founded in Ansei 1 (1854)https://youtu.be/9-DGgQR0AIgLighting the heart with Edo aesthetics through “Edo lanterns”Han…
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    Umezono Asakusa Main Store

    Founded in Ansei 1 (1854)https://youtu.be/VLuf41NeoY0A traditional sweets shop that continues to create wagashi loved…

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