Ginza district in Tokyo
The Ginza district in Tokyo is the most famous shopping area in the capital of Japan. Translated from Japanese, the name of the district means silver yard or silver workshop. This can be explained by the fact that there used to be a mint in this place. There is a saying that even the largest bill will not be enough to buy the piece of land here on which it will fall.
Brief description
The Ginza district in Tokyo is considered the most prestigious quarter of Tokyo. This is the calling card of the metropolis, and it is always crowded here. The area has a large number of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. You can also visit art galleries, nightclubs or watch theater performances. In the area you can meet people from different walks of life. These include politicians, businessmen, couples, fashionably dressed women and kimono-clad waitresses, students and tourists. Society says that visiting the Ginza area in Tokyo is associated with a pleasant vacation.
Facts from history
The Ginza district in Tokyo has not always been a popular shopping street. After the fire in 1872, Japan's self-isolation ended. The authorities decided to create a model street with high traffic on the site of the burned area. Half of the 1,200-meter-long street was built up with red-brick two-story houses. The project was developed by a guest architect from England.
Researchers believe that the opening of the railway, which connected the open port of Yokohama with Shimbashi Station, located near Ginza, had a great influence. Gradually, shops selling foreign goods and local sweets began to open. Then the world's largest boutiques, Gucci or Louis Vuitton, opened.
Information for tourists
Japanese people often make appointments in the Ginza area of Tokyo, so almost everyone in Tokyo can easily give directions. The symbol of the area is the tower, built in 1932, in the northwestern part. Here you can buy gold and jewelry, as well as luxury goods. SONY showrooms are recognized as one of the most visited places. The electronics of this company are widely known throughout the world. There are other shops, cafes and restaurants nearby.
After shopping, you can go to the Kabuki theater, which began operating in 1889. According to ancient customs, all roles are played by men. Performances usually last 3-5 hours. Tickets are sold both for the entire show and for a single event. Foreign spectators are provided with headphones with simultaneous translation in English. In the 20th century, the word "gin-bura" was invented in Japan. This means a leisurely walk along the main street of the Ginza district of Tokyo. People usually come here when they are not in a hurry, in their free time from work or study.
