Japan Trip 2026

A collection of 117 places curated by Mary-Clare

Places in this collection

  1. Komatsuya

    shop

    2 Chome-21-6 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan

    Ceramics store with every little ceramic trinket, plate, vase

    KomatsuyaView on Google Maps

  2. ガラス工房ZO(ゾウ)

    activity

    Japan, 〒130-0001 Tokyo, Sumida City, Azumabashi, 3 Chome−4−5 大井ビル

    Glassblowing workshop, might be best to go with someone who understands a little bit of Japanese if it’s your first time glassblowing

    ガラス工房ZO(ゾウ)View on Google Maps

  3. KIYO CERAMICS 陶芸工房

    activity

    幸洋アネックスビル 1階, 1 Chome-6-4 Iidabashi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 102-0072, Japan

    Ceramics class with a kind, English-speaking owner. Private class for a personable and focused experience.

    KIYO CERAMICS 陶芸工房View on Google Maps

  4. Kappabashi Kitchen Supply Town

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    3-chōme-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan

    Everything kitchen and restaurant related, including knives and fake food. Good place to find ceramics.

    Kappabashi Kitchen Supply TownView on Google Maps

  5. MUJI Ginza

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    3 Chome-3-5 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    Reliable more minimal options for stoneware and ceramics if you don’t care about stamps at the bottom.

    MUJI GinzaView on Google Maps

  6. Zoff Kyoto Kawaramachi Store

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    Japan, 〒604-8031 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Shioyacho, 329番地

    Japanese eyewear store with free eye exams, glasses ready in 30 minutes

    Zoff Kyoto Kawaramachi StoreView on Google Maps

  7. Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Jinja

    attraction

    Japan, 〒330-0803 Saitama, Omiya Ward, Takahanacho, １−407

    Known for blessings for love and marriage.

    Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa JinjaView on Google Maps

  8. Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

    attraction

    Japan, 〒350-0052 Saitama, Kawagoe, Miyashitamachi, 2 Chome−１１−3

    A shrine known for blessings for love and marriage, and a good photo spot.

    Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineView on Google Maps

  9. Kawagoe

    other

    Saitama, Japan

    A historic town known as "Little Edo" with old Japanese architecture, street food, and sightseeing.

    KawagoeView on Google Maps

  10. Toki no Kane

    attraction

    Japan, 〒350-0063 Saitama, Kawagoe, Saiwaicho, １５−7

    A resort bell tower dating back to the 1600s, also known as the bell of time.

    Toki no KaneView on Google Maps

  11. Wood Works Kawagoe

    activity

    Japan, 〒350-0063 Saitama, Kawagoe, Saiwaichō, １４−３

    A place where you can make your own chopsticks, described as a fun, well-organized, and clearly explained experience.

    Wood Works KawagoeView on Google Maps

  12. COIN LUCK 東京店

    activity

    Japan, 〒110-0015 Tokyo, Taito City, Higashiueno, 4 Chome−13−9 ＲＯＵＴＥ８９ ＢＬＤＧ． 3F

    Hands-on experience where you can forge a real vintage coin into a ring yourself. Over 10,000 coins from more than 50 countries to choose from. You punch a hole, heat it, and shape it step by step until a piece of currency transforms into something you can wear every day. You can even turn the centre of the coin into a pendant. Located near Ueno Station.

    COIN LUCK 東京店View on Google Maps

  13. JINS

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    31-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan

    Get new glasses without an eye doc appointment or dilation. Exam within 10 minutes with technology. Pick from hundreds of frames. iPad set up to test compatibility with your face. Pick up 30 minutes later. Two pairs with blue light lenses, two cases and the exam for $120.

    JINSView on Google Maps

  14. Shibuya Crossing

    attraction

    21 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan

    Fleamarkets instead of Shibuya Crossing

    Shibuya CrossingView on Google Maps

  15. The Harvest Kitchen General Store

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    Japan, 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisuminami, 1 Chome−18−9 タイムゾーンヒルトップビル １階

    Well curated collection of local and artisanal products, great place if you're interested in supporting smaller producers or finding any pieces that you won't come across in your typical larger stores

    The Harvest Kitchen General StoreView on Google Maps

  16. 住友不動産渋谷ガーデンタワー 公開空地

    shop

    16 Nanpeidaicho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0036, Japan

    Vintage market held on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month, offering Japanese ceramics & pottery, antiques & retro items, vintage kimono & traditional fabrics, secondhand clothing, unique accessories & small collectibles. Easy access from Shibuya Station.

    住友不動産渋谷ガーデンタワー 公開空地View on Google Maps

  17. Mikura

    shop

    Japan, 〒111-0035 Tokyo, Taito City, Nishiasakusa, 3 Chome−25−11 ２Ｆ

    Variety of chopsticks, you can engrave your name

    MikuraView on Google Maps

  18. Dengama

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    Japan, 〒111-0035 Tokyo, Taito City, Nishiasakusa, 1 Chome−4−3 西浅草松井ビル

    Ceramics, chopsticks, and all kinds of kitchenware

    DengamaView on Google Maps

  19. Ganso Food Sample Shop Kappabashi Showroom

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    3-chōme-7-6 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan

    Realistic and fun food sample gifts

    Ganso Food Sample Shop Kappabashi ShowroomView on Google Maps

  20. Touan Yabukita

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    1 Chome-4-8 Nishiasakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0035, Japan

    Beautiful, locally made ceramics (more authentic vibe)

    Touan YabukitaView on Google Maps