Best Department Stores Spot List

Directly connected to all the train lines of Kyoto Station including the Shinkansen, ”JR Kyoto Isetan” is located at the gateway to Kyoto.

A well-known department store in Ginza. The main building has a glass-panel facade some 120 meters high — the largest in Japan.

Department store close to the world-famous scramble crossing in front of Shibuya Station

A department store directly connected to JR Tokyo Station. Offers a wide range of seasonal items of Tokyo on the basement floor to the 13th floor.

Five minutes on foot from Yokohama Station west exit. Filled with wear, sneakers, and accessories, as well as electronics and anime goods.

A department store complex located adjacent to Yokohama Minatomirai 21.

A source for modern fashion trends

Connected directly to Osaka Station

Located in the prestigious shopping district of Ginza, Mitsukoshi Ginza is a renowned department store popular with LIVE JAPAN readers. As one of Tokyo's premier luxury shopping destinations, it offers a wide range of products, from fashion to daily essentials and groceries. You'll find a dedicated tax-free counter and support services tailored to international visitors. Ginza is a well-known landmark that attracts many foreign tourists, and a visit to Mitsukoshi Ginza is definitely worth your while.

Osaka's tallest building, Abeno Harukas offers a unique experience with its observatory, shopping, and dining options, making it a landmark destination in the city.

The former foreign settlement landmark

Founded in 1929, it is one of the largest department stores in Japan that leads in fashion and lifestyle trends.

The first department store in Japan that is proud of its dignified appearance of the Renaissance-style architecture. Visitors are welcome by the statues of　a pair of lion at the main entrance.

An esteemed department store adored by locals. The busy underground food zone is a must-see!

A distinguished and long-established department store in Ueno

A veteran department store with luxury brands and foodstuffs

A landmark located at the east entrance of Shibuya Station. A tall multi-use facility with 34 stories aboveground and four below.

Find a variety of brand items at this seasoned department store

This well-established department store spans four buildings, with separate sections for products aimed at women and men

A department store with many unique souvenirs.