Tokyo Shopping

  1. Atelier Magic Theater

    Run by three friends who craft jewellery in their studio, this shop sells bohemian-style work reflecting themes and patterns in nature. The jewellery lines range from plain-silver designs to sculptural work incorporating stones, wood and gold. Custom orders can also be arranged.

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  2. Haibara

    Even Haibara's business cards are made from exquisite paper. Find gorgeous, high-quality washi and tiny treasures such as wallets, hand mirrors and mobile phone accessories made from printed paper in this jewellery box of a paper shop.

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  3. Itōya

    Nine floors of stationery-shop love await visual-art professionals, as well as paper and paperclip fanatics, at Itōya. There is washi (fine Japanese handmade paper), Italian leather agendas, and even tenugui - beautifully hand-dyed handkerchiefs.

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  4. Kamawanu

    Looking for a unique, compact present from Japan? Kamawanu specialises in tenugui , dyed cotton cloths that are surprisingly versatile. These beautifully patterned kerchiefs - motifs take in everything from Mt Fuji to musical notes and skeletons - can be used as decorative art, bath towels, scarves or gift wrap.

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  5. Kasūkōbō

    This open-air jewellery shop on a raised platform has an old-fashioned feel even while the tattooed dude kneeling behind the display cases exudes the casual air of the modern Ura-Hara denizen. Mostly sculpted silver jewellery with themes of lotuses, dragons and koi (carp), the pieces here are simultaneously fresh and modern.

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  7. Loft

    Loft's multiple levels of housewares, accessories, travel supplies and stationery are more compact than at Tōkyū Hands, and, aimed toward younger shoppers, the bias leans toward fun and oddities. Stylish bedding and blob-shaped vases distract the shopper from titanium jewellery and trendy makeup before the kawaii (cute) plastic toys and mobile-phone charms do 'em in. Another branch is in Ikebukuro ( M020B).

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  8. Mikimoto Pearl

    Founded in 1899, Mikimoto Pearl was founded by the self-made Mikimoto Kokichi. At an early age he became fascinated with pearl divers and later developed the cultured pearl, building Mikimoto into the most famous of Tokyo's pearl shops. The store is located right next door to Wakō department store in Ginza.

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  9. Three Minutes Happiness

    Three minutes' worth is guaranteed, but your mileage may vary. This discount shop sells clothes out of decommissioned grocery-store freezers, and makes the shopping experience fun as well as cheap. Downstairs are clothes, shoes and accessories, while lurking upstairs are inexpensive homewares and kitchen knick-knacks.

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