Despite the scorching summer heat, it hasn’t dampened the enthusiasm of Chinese tourists traveling to Japan. According to statistics from the Japan National Tourism Organization, the number of Chinese tourists visiting Japan in May alone reached 387,200, an increase of 33.6% year-on-year. With the start of the summer holiday season, travel to Japan is set to reach a new peak.
Starting July 8, the long-established Japanese department store group—Takashimaya, founded in 1831—will hold its summer clearance sale. Takashimaya’s summer clearance is known for “a wide range of participating brands and significant discounts,” and is highly favored by Japanese consumers. For domestic travelers planning to visit Japan this summer, it holds equally strong appeal.
[Shinjuku Store]
The Shinjuku Store offers a collection of world-class luxury brands and high-end Japanese goods, featuring an elegant shopping environment and attentive, enthusiastic service. Directly connected to Shinjuku Station, it provides a one-stop, rich experience for all age groups.
Address: 5-24-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Access from nearby stations: JR “Shinjuku Station” South Exit direct access
Toei Subway Oedo Line “Shinjuku Station” direct access
Keio Line “Shinjuku Station” direct access
Keio New Line “Shinjuku Station” direct access
Odakyu Line “Shinjuku Station” direct access
Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line “Shinjuku Sanchome Station” direct access
[Nihonbashi Store]
The Nihonbashi Store is located near Ginza and is synonymous with classic elegance. Stepping inside feels like entering a time machine, where imagination-defying trends abound and the charm of the era permeates the air. The department store building itself is an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
Address: 2-4-1 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Access from nearby stations: JR “Tokyo Station” Yaesu North Exit, a 5-minute walk
Tokyo Metro Ginza Line & Hibiya Line “Nihonbashi Station” Exit B2
Toei Subway Asakusa Line “Nihonbashi Station,” a 4-minute walk
[Osaka Store]
The Osaka Store is a massive department store located in Osaka’s commercial hub, “Minami.” Its cosmetics and watch counters feature an extremely wide range of prestigious brands, making it famous throughout Japan.
Address: 5-1-5 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka
Access from nearby stations: Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Yotsubashi Line, and Chuo Line “Namba Station”
Hankyu Railway & Kintetsu “Osaka Namba Station”
Nankai Electric Railway “Namba Station”
[Kyoto Store]
The Kyoto Store is located in the bustling downtown area of Kyoto on Shijo Karasuma, and is the city’s most famous department store. It is close to tourist attractions such as Gion, Yasaka Shrine, and the Kamo River.
Address: 52, Honmachi, Karasuma Higashi-iru, Shijo-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto
Access from nearby stations: Hankyu Kyoto Line “Karasuma Station” direct access
Keihan Gion-Shijo Station, a 5-minute walk
[Yokohama Store]
The Yokohama Store is located in the commercial center of Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city, and is very convenient for getting to Haneda Airport.
Address: 1-6-31 Minami-Saiwai, Nishi Ward, Yokohama City
Directions from the nearest station: 1-minute walk from the west exit of JR “Yokohama Station”