Mitsukoshi Ginza

We visited Mitsukoshi Ginza mall primarily to explore the underground area which offers a wide selection of delicious pastries and snacks. I picked up a few items as souvenirs and overall they all tasted pretty good. The variety and quality made it a worthwhile stop.

A very fine and exclusive department store in Ginza hosted an annual tea event on its 7th floor. One of the highlights was the booth by Senchaism, a tea brand led by Per Oscar Brekell. I had the opportunity to taste several varieties of sencha, as well as a delightful hojicha that I imagine will be perfect for winter. A standout treat was the sencha butter sandwich cookie. While sweets like this are typically made with matcha, the sencha version offered a fresher, more nuanced flavor that I greatly enjoyed. Oscar’s presentation was both engaging and educational, leaving me with a deeper understanding of Japanese green tea. I sincerely hope to see Senchaism featured again at next year’s event, as it added something truly special to the experience.

It was recommended by a good friend who came to Japan for business and travels often that if we didn't want to wait for food in a restaurant during shopping, we can just go to the food court located at B2 of this department store. Once when we got into the building, we saw many stores of the luxury brands with crowded shoppers. And oh my gosh! All the food at B2 is displayed so beautifully and looked so appetizing! Prices are very reasonable! You've got to come and try some although it's very hard to pick just a little for your stomach. 😂 But you have to carry your food to the 9th floor which is a very spacious space that you can sit and eat your food or just relax and enjoy the rooftop garden. Check out my video clip on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XAVGSKCTopM?si=UmxOJ73OgD6x0VET

The food court on level B2 is AMAZING.... I could spend a lot of time here just in the food court, this is paradise for food lovers!

Food hall is a must with a large choice of food. You could stay there for hours

Worth every pennies. The tongue is amazing, the melting loin is out of this world, the Sukiyaki sirloin is super good. The wagyu sushi is.... well.... See the pictures.

🟨 Went to Mitsukoshi Dept Store at Ginza 4th chome ( ie avenue) and also shopped at the other stores along Ginza streets.

I'm thrilled to share my exceptional experience at Mitsukoshi Ginza, one of Japan's most iconic and luxurious department stores. As a shopper and enthusiast of high-end retail, I've had the pleasure of visiting various department stores in Tokyo, but Mitsukoshi Ginza truly stands out from the rest. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the grandeur and opulence of the store. The exterior is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese architecture, while the interior is a masterclass in modern luxury retail design. The moment you step inside, you're enveloped in a world of high-end fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. The store is a treasure trove of luxury brands, with everything from high-end fashion and accessories to fine jewelry and watches. The product selection is impeccable, with a focus on showcasing the best of Japanese and international luxury brands. Whether you're looking for a designer handbag, a bespoke suit, or a unique piece of jewelry, Mitsukoshi Ginza has something for everyone. But what truly sets Mitsukoshi Ginza apart is its exceptional service. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, with a deep understanding of the products and brands they're selling. They're happy to offer advice and guidance, and will go out of their way to ensure that you find exactly what you're looking for. One of the things that impressed me most about Mitsukoshi Ginza was its attention to detail and commitment to excellence. From the beautifully crafted displays to the impeccable customer service, every aspect of the shopping experience is carefully considered and executed. The store is a true masterpiece of luxury retail, and a must-visit destination for anyone who loves high-end shopping. In addition to its exceptional products and service, Mitsukoshi Ginza is also a great place to experience Japanese culture and hospitality. The store offers a range of traditional Japanese services, including kimono dressing and tea ceremonies, which are perfect for visitors looking to experience the best of Japan. Overall, I would highly recommend Mitsukoshi Ginza to anyone looking for a luxurious shopping experience in Tokyo. Whether you're a seasoned shopper or just looking for a unique and memorable experience, this store is sure to impress. Rating Breakdown: Service: 5/5 Product selection: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Overall: 5/5 Recommendation: If you're looking for a truly exceptional luxury shopping experience in Tokyo, look no further than Mitsukoshi Ginza. With its stunning architecture, impeccable service, and vast selection of high-end products, this store is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves luxury retail. Be sure to plan your visit in advance, as the store can get busy, especially on weekends.

We visited Mitsukoshi Ginza mall primarily to explore the underground area which offers a wide selection of delicious pastries and snacks. I picked up a few items as souvenirs and overall they all tasted pretty good. The variety and quality made it a worthwhile stop.

A very fine and exclusive department store in Ginza hosted an annual tea event on its 7th floor. One of the highlights was the booth by Senchaism, a tea brand led by Per Oscar Brekell. I had the opportunity to taste several varieties of sencha, as well as a delightful hojicha that I imagine will be perfect for winter. A standout treat was the sencha butter sandwich cookie. While sweets like this are typically made with matcha, the sencha version offered a fresher, more nuanced flavor that I greatly enjoyed. Oscar’s presentation was both engaging and educational, leaving me with a deeper understanding of Japanese green tea. I sincerely hope to see Senchaism featured again at next year’s event, as it added something truly special to the experience.

It was recommended by a good friend who came to Japan for business and travels often that if we didn't want to wait for food in a restaurant during shopping, we can just go to the food court located at B2 of this department store. Once when we got into the building, we saw many stores of the luxury brands with crowded shoppers. And oh my gosh! All the food at B2 is displayed so beautifully and looked so appetizing! Prices are very reasonable! You've got to come and try some although it's very hard to pick just a little for your stomach. 😂 But you have to carry your food to the 9th floor which is a very spacious space that you can sit and eat your food or just relax and enjoy the rooftop garden. Check out my video clip on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XAVGSKCTopM?si=UmxOJ73OgD6x0VET

The food court on level B2 is AMAZING.... I could spend a lot of time here just in the food court, this is paradise for food lovers!

Food hall is a must with a large choice of food. You could stay there for hours

Worth every pennies. The tongue is amazing, the melting loin is out of this world, the Sukiyaki sirloin is super good. The wagyu sushi is.... well.... See the pictures.

🟨 Went to Mitsukoshi Dept Store at Ginza 4th chome ( ie avenue) and also shopped at the other stores along Ginza streets.

I'm thrilled to share my exceptional experience at Mitsukoshi Ginza, one of Japan's most iconic and luxurious department stores. As a shopper and enthusiast of high-end retail, I've had the pleasure of visiting various department stores in Tokyo, but Mitsukoshi Ginza truly stands out from the rest. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the grandeur and opulence of the store. The exterior is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese architecture, while the interior is a masterclass in modern luxury retail design. The moment you step inside, you're enveloped in a world of high-end fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. The store is a treasure trove of luxury brands, with everything from high-end fashion and accessories to fine jewelry and watches. The product selection is impeccable, with a focus on showcasing the best of Japanese and international luxury brands. Whether you're looking for a designer handbag, a bespoke suit, or a unique piece of jewelry, Mitsukoshi Ginza has something for everyone. But what truly sets Mitsukoshi Ginza apart is its exceptional service. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, with a deep understanding of the products and brands they're selling. They're happy to offer advice and guidance, and will go out of their way to ensure that you find exactly what you're looking for. One of the things that impressed me most about Mitsukoshi Ginza was its attention to detail and commitment to excellence. From the beautifully crafted displays to the impeccable customer service, every aspect of the shopping experience is carefully considered and executed. The store is a true masterpiece of luxury retail, and a must-visit destination for anyone who loves high-end shopping. In addition to its exceptional products and service, Mitsukoshi Ginza is also a great place to experience Japanese culture and hospitality. The store offers a range of traditional Japanese services, including kimono dressing and tea ceremonies, which are perfect for visitors looking to experience the best of Japan. Overall, I would highly recommend Mitsukoshi Ginza to anyone looking for a luxurious shopping experience in Tokyo. Whether you're a seasoned shopper or just looking for a unique and memorable experience, this store is sure to impress. Rating Breakdown: Service: 5/5 Product selection: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Overall: 5/5 Recommendation: If you're looking for a truly exceptional luxury shopping experience in Tokyo, look no further than Mitsukoshi Ginza. With its stunning architecture, impeccable service, and vast selection of high-end products, this store is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves luxury retail. Be sure to plan your visit in advance, as the store can get busy, especially on weekends.

Mitsukoshi Ginza is a prestigious department store located in the upscale Ginza district of Tokyo, Japan. Part of the larger Mitsukoshi chain, which dates back to 1673, the Ginza branch is known for its luxury shopping experience, offering a wide range of high-end fashion, accessories, cosmetics, and gourmet food. The store features both international and Japanese brands and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking premium products and services. The building itself is an architectural landmark, combining traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern design elements. Mitsukoshi Ginza also hosts various cultural events and exhibitions, enhancing its status as a cultural and shopping hub in Tokyo. I went to the food hall on the basement and got plenty snacks to bring g home for the family and friends.

Yelp Review 2023 #311: Japan is foodie and culture heaven. I stayed in Ginza while in Tokyo and this place was within walking distance from the hotel I was staying at. Ginza Mitsukoshi is a department store with about 16 floors. I went here for all the food! The lowest floor is parking, the 2 floors above it are bike parking and food; the middle floors are for clothes, accessories, makeup, fragrances, baby/ children's clothes and accessories, home furnishings, a salon, bridal stuff, an aquarium, duty free, etc with some cafes sprinkled on certain floors. The only floors I cared to really check out were the top 2 floors where they have all the food. They pretty much much have everything: grilled food, fried food, fresh fruits (shine muscat grapes, perfect strawberries, yubari melon worth $150 each), sushi, dumplings, cheese, pasta, kimchi, mochi, scones, breads and pastries, matcha, yakitori...OMG! I wanted to get everything! Some of the food are in glass cases as if they're jewelry. It can get overwhelming so brace yourself! I grabbed a scoop pumpkin gelato and a scoop of matcha gelato from the cafe on the 9th floor, a box of sushi, yakitori and green tea from the top 2 floors for- for breakfast. And I got some food to take home with me. Everything was fantastic! The sushi was fresh and properly made, the yakitori was grilled nicely, and even the pumpkin gelato was surprisingly good. Every counter has 2-3 employees to help customers. The transaction was quick and effortless. They take credit cards but I had coins I needed to get rid of so, I paid with cash, You can easily spend hours here and lose track of time.

This is the Harrods of Japan. Or should I say the Mitsukoshi of London? Both are excellent with an array of scrumptious dishes, pastries, chocolates, etc. Not to mention shopping upstairs for clothes, decor, etc. A shoppers delight. However, no place to eat on the 1st floor, but I heard that there's a top floor outdoors where you can eat your food. Mostly, you take your edibles home or back to the hotel. I was excited to try Japan's egg salad sandwich which I heard was divine. Found one with Tuna sandwich. Tried it and surprised that I liked the tuna better. Depends on where you buy it. So many foods to choose from, hard to make a decision. But truly enjoyed this experience. A must visit.

Definitely recommend a return visit. We were so full from our day we only had room for a fruit sando. The deli selection of items looked amazing, as did the produce. Especially the fruits.

We spent more time in Ginza than intended when we were in Tokyo, in part because we had not planned on a three-hour visit to a single department store. But whoops, Mitsukoshi sucked me in. I ate and shopped like I was trying to stimulate the economy. I came hungry, so we started by exploring the food hall and market on B2 and B3. We gawked at the selection of wagyu, reasonably affordable by American standards, as well as the overpriced American wine--they had Apothic Red, a $9 grocery store bottle in California, selling for ¥2,420. We sampled amazing grapes at Sun Fruits, and I ate inari and onigiri from Mameda and Yume Musubi, two delicious adjacent food stands that would go viral on TikTok if they set up in the U.S. We went up to the 9th floor, which had plenty of tables for people to eat whatever foods they'd purchased in the basement. There was also an attractive garden terrace with a view, which would've been nice in better weather, and a wealth of trash cans, which are a strangely rare amenity in Tokyo. I believe there was also a cafe on this floor, and several restaurants on the higher levels. Once I had satisfied my hunger, we went downstairs and shopped. We picked up a guest card for foreigners that gave us 5% off all purchases and used it to buy things in several different departments. We browsed the beautiful home goods and got some lovely little bowls and baby chopsticks for our kids, made of nice wood and lacquered with vehicle and animal motifs. I picked up Comme des Garçons x Converse shoes and my husband got a couple of neckties from Brioni and Paul Smith. He'd been on the lookout for a necktie to wear to our anniversary dinner, and we were ecstatic when we found a Paul Smith tie with a basset hound print--we have bassets and collect basset hound kitsch, so this was extremely fortuitous. Everything was cheaper than in the States, including the European brands. I also took the opportunity to buy a Grand Seiko watch. This was a more involved purchase, and the sales guy spent a lot of time with us, helping me out as I tried on watches, then handling the sale and resizing my new watch to fit my wrist. He was very pleasant and polite. We finished our Mitsukoshi spree with a visit to the tax-free counter, which was a whole section of the store busy with tourists. The process was pretty quick and easy, though, and we got a nice refund on our purchases. We did see later that the store charged us a processing fee, but we did okay for ourselves with the favorable conversion rate. Ginza Mitsukoshi is both a landmark destination and a really fun place to eat and shop. I'd recommend a visit if you want to see what Ginza is all about. If you want to shop, bring your passport and lots of money.

FOOD HALL!! If you're in the mood for high-quality take-away food, this is a fantastic option. When you step into Mitsukoshi from the #9 Ginza line subway station, just go right down the small escalator, one floor, and bam - you're inside the most incredible food hall. It's reminiscent of the food halls at Harrods and Selfridge's in London. However, this one is a unique blend, like a cross between dozens of the finest Parisian pâtisseries and boulangeries you've ever seen, coupled with perfectly prepared Asian delicacies. They've got Italian options too, but I haven't tried those yet. Johan Bakery boasts the best breads! I won't even admit to how much bread I've devoured from here. Their #1? A white cheddar cheesy roll that is just A-mazing! And, though I wish I knew the name of the dumpling place, the Gyoza is outstanding. My friend, whom I brought here, went back twice in the same day for more - no joke. The croquette stand is also wildly popular. And if you're going for the chicken skewers, opt for the ground chicken with scallion - it may look kind of plain, but looks can be deceiving. Here's my trick for scoring incredibly affordable and delicious sushi, mainly toro: go down one more floor into the grocery store and buy it there. I won't say it's cheap--Mitsukoshi is a pretty expensive store--but if you're looking for some top-notch take-away sushi, the grocery store is just perfect. By the way, after 5 PM, they start discounting hot food items that haven't sold yet. So, if you're in Tokyo and want take-away food, with a variety of all your favorites, you've got to come to the Mitsukoshi Food Hall.

One of the long established luxury department stores in Tokyo, Mitsukoshi is one of the best!! I didn't go here to shop but more to eat. The sushi restaurant on the 12th floor is AMAZING. It's called Sushi Kappo Matsufuji with a purple curtain, but it won't show up on google maps or yelp. I got this recommendation from a friend and wasn't sure if it was actually there, but I trusted him and went. So glad I did because I had an amazing meal. There's also the basement food stalls that you have to check out too!

This is, I'm pretty sure, Japan's preeminent department store! I haven't been here for decades, and MAN OH MAN what they've done with the place! I went to get some gifts for family I'm seeing this weekend, and almost immediately headed downstairs to the basement food court (which is nicely on-par with Harrod's in London ... only it's got oodles of Japanese food). The level of service and attention to detail in this amazing department store is second-to-none. 'Course, it helps to be able to speak at least a little Japanese for a successful visit, though I could easily see someone using a translation app on their phone to have a good functional conversation. If you're ever in Tokyo, be sure to check this place out ... especially the basement area!

My Lonely Planet guidebook told me that department store food courts in Tokyo were not to miss. So I followed their suggestion and paid a visit to the Mitsukoshi in Ginza. It was only alright. We headed to the basement first, where they sold produce, seafood, pastries, and specialty gifts (think, expensive chocolates). We bought some sashimi, which was good for NYC standards, but meh for Japan standards. Next we went to the floor with the restaurants, and everything was pretty deserted for 5:30 pm. I guess maybe it was right before the dinner rush. We settled on this okonomiyaki place, which again was just okay. I would say definitely check out the huge department stores but if you want good food, head elsewhere.

I'm not sure if I would shop here if I lived in Tokyo (unless I was a baller), but Mitsukoshi was the nicest department store I visited during my stay in Japan. It is epic combined with gorgeous. You'd want to buy anything and everything down in the food hall. The presentation of the prepared foods (Asian and Western) is immaculate and the variety and breadth of stuff there is overwhelming. They have multiple bakeries to choose from and you could put on 5 pounds just walking around and staring at the cavalcade of culinary delights. I could've spent a whole day there. There are imported items here, along with fancy desserts. I could go on and on with describing everything but...go. Just go.

I spent most of a day going through this place and still didn't cover 1/2 of it. It's massive & everything was gorgeous or looked delicious. We started in the basement with the food vendors. Holy cow, I'm not sure if it was the lighting but everything popped, bright colors (how orange can an orange get?) & looking super fresh. Do they polish the produce? This is not the place to tour when hungry or you will end up with a truckload of food. I did manage to look at several floors of clothing, household items & gifts. The service is exceptional here, very professional. It's easy to get lost in this place as they have mezzanine levels, one of which I ended up on & when I took the escalator down to exit I got all turned around. High end clothing & gifts I was able to find several gifts here for my peeps at home. This is a don't miss destination for shopping in Tokyo!

This "depachika" -- depato(dept store) +chika(basement) -- is awesome and totally reminds me of all the department store lower level food courts in Seoul (shinsegye, hyundai, lotte, etc.) -- except everything is Japanese! Talk about a food-lover's paradise! We did a couple laps--mesmerized by all the options--but only ended up getting a couple snacks (melon pan, chicken/rice roll, samples) bc we were saving our appetite for lunch at Midori Sushi Ginza. The Melon Pan (216¥) was soooo good we had to go back for another (tomorrow's breakfast!)

Seeing my friend bookmark Mitsukoshi ( and looking forward to my visit to the Roma, Italia branch ), I cannot say enough of this luxe depato. DEPACHIKAS: basement mongo food courts. It's probably one of the very best that I patronized. Amazing amazing... The upstairs level sports numerous more expensive eateries and restaurants, but traveling solita, the awesome food down below had me agog with just HOW MANY OPTIONS AND VARIETIES were available. They discount food around dinner time--- it's pretty chaotic with vendors shouting the discount amounts to purge the day's fresh remaining inventory. Unreal. Def no susurrant atmosphere the hour that I came to buy food! And the lights. Would it have been inappropriate or perhaps uncouth had I donned my sunglasses when heading inside?!

Ginza Mitsukoshi: Stephen Sondheim once wrote a musical for TV called "Evening Primrose" about a poet who takes refuge from the cold world by living his life in a large department store after closing. I only bring up that piece of trivia because I could see myself as that poet hiding out at Ginza Mitsukoshi. Yep, not Harrod's, not Bloomingdales's, not Galeries Lafayette, but here at the biggest department store in the Ginza first built in 1930 but just refurbished six years ago into over 360 acres of floor space (photo: http://bit.ly/1PIZO2T). My long-running love affair with Japanese department stores started when my mom took me to Tokyo when I was six. The uniformed staff was so nice and subservient even to a little child. Flash forward an eon later and I still get treated the same way on every one of the fifteen floors that make up the store. There are restaurants on the top two floors, mostly Japanese but also other culinary choices including a pretty decent burger at Ginza Sun Juicy (photo: http://bit.ly/1PIZIIA). However, the chief draw for me and most people is the Ginza Food Garden which takes up the expansive basement floor. There are at least seventy purveyors of unique delicacies that would make Dean & Deluca's respective heads spin including some very expensive fruit selections (photo: http://bit.ly/1Rgg10K). There are many like-minded competitors nearby - Matsuya Ginza, Wayo, Takashimaya - but this is the one to discover and explore.

The Shopping Theorem: Neiman Marcus + Macy's x Nordstrom = Ginza Mitsukoshi Before my recent trip to Japan, my friend told me about these mythical gigantic department stores where the basement floors are dedicated solely to food/food courts. I was happy to witness this for myself on my last day in Tokyo as we spent the morning shopping around Ginza. On the first floor, there are multiple directories present listing the various departments and eateries and their locations. We decided to check out the men's department on the upper floors, and I liken this store to Neiman Marcus or Nordstrom in the US as there are many designer brands as well as impeccable customer service. My friend bought a polo in the Ralph Lauren section and the customer service was top-notch; they were helpful and very patient. We appreciated that the salesman made the time and effort to look for a different size polo in their storeroom. Our final stop was the basement levels, where the food shops/kiosks were located. I was utterly amazed by the variety and different types of vendors present. Every type of a bento, fried food, fruit, sweet treats, dessert, bread, meat, wine, sake, etc. imaginable is for sale. We did most of our "browsing" on B2 level as we wanted some type of dessert. In the end we bought melon bread from a French boulangerie as well as some other "special" bread that other customers were lining up for. NOTE: This store has 10+ floors and at least three basement levels. At one point we decided to take the elevator from the 8th floor to the basement level 2. This turned out to be a poor decision as the elevators were moving slower than we expected. We decided to forgo the elevator in favor the escalators as it seemed we would never get to the basement levels at the speed the elevator was traveling/moving. BOTTOM LINE: A wondrous store that fully caters to their customers in terms of clothing, service, and eateries.

Mitsukoshi is a huge Japanese department store. Levels 11 & 12 are full of restaurants while Level 9 has a cafe and a roof-top terrace! Levels 1-8 are mainly clothing and other department store goods. My favorite is Level B2 which is a Food Garden. There are ~25 different mini "shops" that have a huge variety of Japanese ready-to-eat food! Fried Oysters were ~500 yen for 4. They also sold Gyoza at ~100 yen each. Chicken karaage was sold by weight with ~200 yen for a couple pieces of white meat. Quality and freshness were both excellent! ...it's definitely a heaven!

This Mitsukoshi in Ginza seems to be crowded (I mean very crowded) all the time. Perhaps of its prime location in Ginza. Mitsukoshi is a department store that I have a feeling is more upscale than other department stores in Tokyo. I do not really need anything here but love to visit one of the stores in the food basement B2 that sells 彩果の宝石 (some soft fruit candies). I would buy a few packets whenever I visit Tokyo. The staffs packed the candies in a bag, put it in a shopping bag and then wrapped up the shopping bag with a plastic cover to protect the content and shopping bag. It was very thoughtful of the staffs, I believe they know it was drizzling outside. The massive food selection in the food basement is incredible. There were so many sweets and very pretty desserts sold here, I wonder why I hardly see any heavy set Japanese around. Most of them are so slim. Definitely pick up some desserts and candies from here.

From Courtyard Marriott we walk along the magnificent Chuo Dori to Ginza with its high end stores and came upon this department store. We wanted to experience Japanese shopping experience so we walked this department store for a first hand look. It was just a fabulous sight watching polite shoppers and enthused store staff. We reached the food section on level B3 where we bought fresh Sashimi for 1000yens and took to 9th floor roof top food court to savor. This floor has playground for kids as well as ice cream shop and a restaurant. It was a great "shopping" experience.

Mitsukoshi b2 basement area was amazing. Samples to try, savory and sweet. We got sweet this time with red bean mochi, a lemon egg dessert and some sweet ranbutan. Then went to the terrace 8th floor tables to eat.

A great department store in the heart of Ginza. Cosmetics and women accessories on the ground floor. Great restaurants on the top three floors. No problem finding a place to eat.

Coming from New York City, I've seen my fair share of department stores. We have anything ranging from the lower scale with Macy's to the higher scale with Bergdorf Goodman and Barney's. I actually frequent Lord & Taylor, Bloomingdales, and Saks Fifth on a regular basis. But no department store in Manhattan can ever compare to the department stores in Tokyo - particularly in the Ginza area. Mitsukoshi is one of the most famous department stores in Tokyo - they even had one in Hong Kong at some point, according to my mother. They have literally everything! Floors and floors of bags, shoes, clothes. Their B1 floor has all the prepared and cooked foods. Their B2 floor has all the raw ingredients - including butchers and fresh fruit and vegetables. They even have cold storage lockers so that you can store your raw steak until you're done shopping. During my visit, they had a pop-up store with Laduree products - scarves, handkerchiefs, makeup bags, etc. As a Laduree fan, you can probably guess that I went a bit crazy. We ended up buying a bunch of food from the department store basement and eating it back at our apartment. There was just so many options that we just didn't even know what to buy - so we brought 100g (or around a pound for us in the States) of a few things to try. The food is so good - it's basically like having a Plaza Food Hall and multiplying by 100.

This is a truly old fashion department store. The building has unusual corners and turns, narrow escalators, and reliably high prices. It has a flair that reminds me of Macy's in New York. The best thing inside is people watching, especially on a weekend. Local people dress up to window shop. I think the majority of the buying customers are nouveau riche Chinese.

The difference between American department stores and Japanese department stores is that Japanese has a whole basement level dedicated for food vendors, and then another level for restaurants. Yes, you can easily find different culture food all in one level of the department store.

My first time at Mitsukoshi department store in Ginza (Tokyo's version of Beverly Hills) and it makes US department stores and malls look bad. A huge edifice dedicated to fashion and culinary delights. You should note that there is a 8% tax that is included in price. As a foreign tourist, you get this refunded and need to go to the 2nd level Tax Free Center for the refund. The restaurants are on the top 11th-12th floors and they are great. We've been in Tokyo 2.5 days so far and we've been here twice. My wife and kid love it here. Shoppers paradise! But hurts my wallet :(

Wow, great place with great customer service. I bought a few different items here and I was treated so well and everything from trying on the product to purchasing it was done in a great way. The selection is very good and you can find almost everything you're looking for. Don't miss the incredible food hall on the basement level...fantastic!

Imagine Nordstroms on steroids and you've got Ginza Mitsukoshi. Everywhere we went, employees greeted and bowed to us. I've never been more compelled to buy anything in my life. There's multiple floors with even a nice terrace on the 9th floor, but the main ones I cared about were the bottom two. The bottom floor is the grocery store and the second to last sold baked goods, sweets, and prepared foods. It's almost like a jewelry store...but for food. Cakes and desserts were beautifully showcased in display cases. It's almost too pretty to eat. Don't bust out your phone to snapchat though. No pictures or videos can be taken inside. If you come here to eat, expect to drop some serious cash. I saw things like $100 strawberries, $50 mochi balls, etc. They will box your goodies up real nice for you though. Because of the prices, I didn't buy anything, but as a tourist, I definitely recommend coming to check it out once.

We were a family of 17 on our recent vacation, so dinner reservations often had to be booked far in advance to accommodate us. But one evening during our vacation, we decided to split up and see what the restaurants had to offer on the top floors of the Ginza Mitsukoshi shopping center. My nieces and nephews jumped at the chance to eat Italian, my parents stuck to a tempura place and my husband and I were craving meat. Especially after all the amazing fish we were eating. So we opted for the wagyu beef teppanyaki restaurant on the 12th floor. While it was the most pricey option, the grand total was still lower than what we would pay in NYC for a multi-course dinner. It was roughly $17k yen for two to have the #4 set dinner that included the shrimp, a glass of wine and one beer. The smashed shrimp head was one of the best things I've ever eaten in my whole life. The tofu? Melt-in-your-mouth goodness. The egg tofu bitter melon mix was heaven. The star of the show, the steak with garlic chips? OUT OF THIS WORLD. This was one of my most favorite meals of our entire trip.

It is definitely worth a visit if you are in Ginza area just to see their food floor. So many choices from all over - from French bakery to dim sum. The choices are limitless with each section having its own name. Long lines for Johan bakery made wonder to try it even though I was already stuffed from the eats such as fish pancake and sushi. Seemed more elaborate than Harrods food hall or KaDeWe, so brace yourself for lots of choices.

A huge department store but I was honestly more interested in the food located in the basement. I literally walked around for HOURS marveling at everything around me. The prices are pretty comparable to America. There are discounts closer to closing time! I absolutely love watching the Japanese package things. So pretty! No matter how much time there is left until closing, you can expect to watch your food get carefully wrapped. It really is an art. And for practicality, a mini ice pack is added to your bag so that nothing spoils.

If you ever get to visit the basement B2 food shop openings exactly at 10:30, you will experience the most prestigious morning greeting ever by the sales staffs. (spoiler: they stand in front of their shop, bows and...... i wont spoil all :) ) So clean and new. I have nothing negative to say about this place. the sales staffs are honest and courteous. Model examples for the rest of the world. seriously.

Perhaps the pinnacle of the Tokyo department store food court genre this place has it all and its all amazingly delicious. Go here hungry and take out your favorites. You will not be disapointed by anything you order here. Its all great. While you're at it shop around the store too. Highly recommend.

One word: foodgasm. Foodies, skip the salaryman/salarywoman attire on the middle floors of this 12-story behemoth of the department store, and go straight to its basement floors (depachika). These basement floors contain everything a gourmand could ever want: fresh-out-of-the-fryer tonkatsu, square melons, French pastries, Japanese pastries and mochi of every shape and color. There are also coin lockers for refrigerated products if you plan on spending some time in Ginza and don't want to lug your newly-procured tsukemono with you everywhere. My favorite treat from Ginza Mitsukoshi's depachika: melon pan (melon bun) from Kimuraya with fresh cantaloupe cream. Just to die for, and I haven't had this kind of melon pan from anywhere else but in Ginza.

Shopping area for you fancy boys and girls. Personally I'm not a big brand name or expensive shit kinda shopper, but if I were, I would be here all day errday. BUT I did go down to the food hall where counters upon counters upon counters laid out delicious food products for you to buy. Holy. Effing. HOOOOOLY. Well basically it's like heaven or I would imagine heaven looks like this. The food can be a bit pricier than usual, but all of this combined into one place? Crazy. We just picked up some foods and brought them to go, as well as some juicies that were also a bit more expensive than normal lol. Overall, if you're in the Ginza area, go here for the food! Or snacks actually lol and have your meal at Ginza Kagari :)

Step 1 - food hall. Step 2 - buy EVERYTHING Step 3 - elevator to floor 9 Step 4 - marvel that the gelato shop has flavors such as "sodium" "peanut milk" and "tomato" Step 4.5 - settle on the iced coffee. It's good! Step 5 - find a seat in the cute outdoor garden and enjoy! Currently sitting with my Kimuraya pastries and iced coffee resting my feet for the next adventure. A little bit tempted to repeat the above mentioned steps again before I go.

Wow, the food is unbelievable good. The varieties span from Japanese (of course), Chinese, Korean and Italian. From the shrimp tempura, to Mochi encrusted bean or what ever they can think of is very lite and flavorful. The chocolate almond cookie from Caramel Vitz was super lite and too easy to eat. And the Japanese steak was good, not great but for cold meat it was sure tasty. All the counter assistants were polite and helpful in picking out items. Instead of spending $10,000 ¥ for an expensive lunch, go here and pick out some sushi, shrimp tempura, or other items and you will be full for under $5,000 ¥. Oh they also have that $5.00 (US) apple....Yes bought one and saving for the hotel room :-). Good experience and fun for foodies to see so much varieties of food in one spot!

Great place to buy gifts and get a bite to eat on the 2 underground floors. Huge selection of gifts, and the grilled fish bento box was delicious and not too expensive. Walked here from toronamon hills, about 30min, not too bad.

Gorgeous store. We didn't look at any of the upper floors due to time constraints and just wanted to walk around the food basement area. Loaded with all sorts of high end foods. We bought pastries from a NYC chain, Kyoto macha from the counter. I could've spent more time down there but to eat there would be expensive for the 4 of us. Some of the foods looked like works of art and would be a shame to eat something so pretty.

Came here specifically to eat in the basement. So much to chose from. Bentos. Fried shrimp and friend chicken. Mochi. Desserts. Quick satisfying meal and continue your shopping.

Well, if your looking shopping deals this shopping center isn't for you. It's filled with very nice but highly priced items. But! If you've got the money this looks to b a great place to empty you pocketbook of Yen ¥¥¥. I suggest that you walk a few blocks to Ameya Yokocho. There you'll find more reasonable prices (as Japan goes that is). At least there's lots to see. Enjoy!

So happy we were on the subway and ended up walking into this amazing plethora of gastronomic wonderland. Do I need to say more? If you have never been here, put it on you must do. And if you have, you need to go again and again. Sensory overload for just one visit.