Home decoration and garden stores Japan

Founded in 1952, Tsubaya is one of Japan's most prestigious cutlers, located in the famous Kappabashi district, where food professionals come from all over the country to get their knives. It is possible to have a design or a name engraved on your blade (on request), and to learn how to sharpen a blade in the right way. The English-speaking staff will be happy to help you, advise you and teach you some aspects of the trade. For a gift or out of curiosity, Tsubaya is an address not to be missed!

Without a doubt one of the most beautiful stores in Tokyo dedicated to Japanese handicrafts. You will not necessarily find there the small souvenir of vacations, but beautiful pieces made by the best contemporary Japanese craftsmen. Lacquer work or marquetry, kokeshi wood dolls, dyeing or stationery, all crafts are well represented there, and the pieces are sometimes very innovative. Exhibitions are regularly organized to highlight certain arts.

In this centre, a wide selection of the best of traditional and contemporary handicrafts can be found on several floors. The English-speaking staff is at your service. In the west hall, works of art, calligraphy, Japanese dolls and other luxurious objects are located on the 1^st and2^nd floors. Small souvenirs ranging from magnets to T-shirts and 3D puzzles are also available. In the east hall, the2^nd floor is dedicated to fabrics, cosmetics, ceramics and food. If you only have to make one shopping stop in Kyoto, be sure to stop by.

The company draws on the family tradition of zabuton and futon production to create all kinds of cushions that make you want to curl up in a blanket and sit on it all day. All items are handmade using traditional Japanese techniques and craftsmanship. The design and vibrant colors add a contemporary twist. We particularly like the ojami series: small but sturdy cushions that can be used as headrests, chair backs or meditation seats.

The association has been promoting ceramic arts since 1953. Kyoto ceramics, called Kyo-yaki, has been famous since at least the ^17th century. In response to its decline, the association has been promoting innovations in the field and elevating the technique to the status of art. The gallery proposes a discovery of the history of pottery, its techniques, as well as exhibitions of contemporary craftsmen. A selection of products is offered for sale, and their authenticity guaranteed.

It is a paradise for Sunday dressmakers and fashion or decoration enthusiasts. A hundred stores line the main street. You can find a multitude of fabrics, for clothing as well as for cosplay and furnishing. Not everything is cheap, but it is a good place to find traditional fabrics and tanmono, those 12 meters rolls of fabric used to make kimonos, yukata and other traditional clothes.

While passing on the "philosophers' path", between strolling and contemplation, why not consider a stop at Urushino Tsunesaburo? This store specialized in lacquered products sells interior objects, furniture, decorations, in a very classical or modern style. Ideal for window-shopping or to be tempted by a cup, a tray, or any other quality object. The service is excellent, everything is taken care of, which does not spoil anything. A nice address for authentic gifts.

The famous Mujirushi Ryōhin brand, opened a department store in Ginza in 2019. As the Japanese name suggests, the products are "unbranded and good quality". The style is functional and minimalist: wood, recycled paper, linen, everything evokes simplicity and naturalness. From the basement to the ^6th floor, you'll find all the brand's products here, from stationery to home appliances, furniture and clothing. The bakery and fresh produce market on the first floor add a country touch that's not unpleasant in the middle of Ginza.