[2025 Tokyo Shopping Mall] Travel Guide for Mitsukoshi (Updated Mar)

The Art Aquarium Museum at Ginza Mitsukoshi has transformed its goldfish exhibition for Christmas. The aquarium columns, resembling a pipe organ, surround a central Christmas tree. The lights change colors to the rhythm of the music, creating a joyful Christmas atmosphere. There are also interactive Christmas tree projections and a sea of Christmas trees, making it a beautiful and photogenic spot. Japan truly values the sense of ceremony.

Inside the Ginza Mitsukoshi shopping centre, on the 9th floor there is a Sakura special exhibition until 25 April 2023, which focuses on fish breeds rarely seen. Come to see countless goldfish gracefully swimming and dancing inside spectacular pillars of water and bubbles of light. The exhibits take their inspiration from origami, ikebana (Japanese flower arrangement), bamboo forest, traditional Japanese lighting "Matsuri lantern" and other aspects of Japanese culture. 100 yen discount for online purchases (2,400JPY at the location or 2,300JPY online). Free admission for up to 2 children under elementary school age per adult. #tokyo

Located on the 9th floor of Mitsukoshi Department Store at Ginza Station As soon as you come in, you will be surrounded by a bunch of goldfish tanks😍 It makes you feel like you are in the world of goldfish😍 Each fish tank has its own characteristics😍 Completely simple and precise! Lots of check-in locations 😱 Every fish tank is designed with a hidden purpose😍👍🏻 Worth a praise😍With different lighting😍, it has a very nice atmosphere👍🏻 #Good place for families #Aquarium #Ginza

Did you know? The Art Aquarium Museum GINZA opened in May this year at Mitsukoshi in Ginza, Tokyo. As it is a permanent exhibition, it is large-scale and you can see rare goldfish that you have never seen before, and the light, sound and scent effects are the best in the space.💕 It is recommended to visit now while it has just opened.☻ The exhibition content seems to change with the seasons.🤫 Access: Ginza Mitsukoshi, 4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Directly connected to Ginza Station) #Tokyo #TokyoTourism #Aquarium #ArtAquarium

Here's some information about cherry blossom viewing in Nihonbashi Muromachi, Tokyo: Flowering Period and Viewing Time - Flowering Period: The Okamezakura cherry blossoms in Nihonbashi Muromachi usually start blooming in early March and reach full bloom around mid-March. - Best Viewing Time: It is recommended to visit between March 7 and 15, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom and the sunlight is plentiful, creating excellent lighting effects. In addition, between noon and afternoon, the golden sunlight shining through the gaps between the high-rise buildings casts a beautiful glow on the cherry blossoms, making for stunning photos. Transportation - JR Sobu Line (Rapid): Take the train to Shin-Nihombashi Station. The cherry blossoms are visible right outside the station. - JR Chuo Line (Rapid): Get off at Kanda Station, and it's just a short walk away. - Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: Get off at Mitsukoshimae Station, and the cherry blossom street is a few minutes' walk away. Nearby Attractions - Mitsukoshi Department Store: With a history of over 350 years, this is a high-end Japanese department store with a wide variety of luxury and niche products. The five-story-tall "Magokoro Statue" in the atrium is quite impressive. - Mitsui Main Building: The European-style stone facade and Corinthian columns create a sense of grandeur and impact. The building's unique architectural style is both retro and magnificent. - Fukutoku Shrine: Standing tall among the skyscrapers, the red torii gates are very prominent. Here, you can find unique "sprouting amulets" and "fortune-telling amulets." - ISHIYA NIHONBASHI Shiroi Koibito Dessert Shop: You can enjoy a variety of delicious desserts, including classic parfaits, strawberry desserts, and matcha-flavored specials. Photography Tips - Time Selection: At noon, the sunlight directly hits the cherry blossoms, creating the best lighting effects and allowing you to capture beautiful images of translucent petals and the interplay of light and shadow. - Shooting Angles: You can take panoramic photos of the cherry blossom avenue, showcasing the magnificent view of the pink blossoms stretching into the distance. You can also capture the moment when petals fall or take pictures of people walking under the cherry trees to add a sense of vibrancy to your photos.