Day 16 of 18 – Ginza and Roppongi

Planned Itinerary
- Tsukiji Fish Market for Breakfast
1) Take Oedo Subway line Tsukijishijo station (20 mins)
- Ginza
- Roppongi / Tokyo tower, dinner at Hardrock Roppongi

Yet again, we made last minute changes, it was a long day yesterday at Odaiba and I thought it wouldn’t be a good idea to wake up at 4-5am to visit the Tsukiji Fish Market, the fish market would also be there the next time. I thought having fresh sushi and sashimi would be a good idea, and then walk to Ginza from there, however it would be another long walk and we would be too early. So thought everyone had a tiring trip so far, so we would just take it easy and go shopping.

Shops in Japan generally open around 11am, so we could wake up alittle later than usual. We also decided to try the Krispy kreme donut when I saw no queue while walking by the place.

Many flavors to choose from, can’t remember what they were except for the banana cream, which was quite tasty. Would recommend anyone to give it a try.

After breakfast, we took a train to Shimbashi Station and took a 5mins stroll to the start of Ginza (Chuo Dori Avenue), this is the main shopping street, similar to Orchard Road. Chuo Dori is close to traffic half day on Sat and Full day on Sunday. So everyone could enjoy walking along the road and do some people watching. First stop, Burberry. Like always, Jin would have a shopping list from a friend to pick up some stuff.

We arrived before 12pm, road wasn’t closed yet. Burberry on the left, see the signboard.

Before

After :LOL: and the road was already closed.

Shops would bring out their tables and chairs for shoppers to enjoy.

Shoppers outside a bookstore, must be either a meet the author session or a launching of a popular book, should be the former.

We popping in this interesting building to look at the watches, it was indeed interesting.

Behind me is a small display of the varies brand of watches, what even amazing was, the unit (Cubicle) was a elevator, bring customer to the main shop either to the basement or 2nd to 3rd level.

What attracted me the most was the vertical green wall. Movable shops was an interesting concept.

A group of joggers

A&F opened a branch in Ginza.

We went to a supermarket, grab some drinks and snacks while sitting on the kerb. Now, I’m wondering where to take the airship from? should do some research, maybe if I get a chance, I would love to view Tokyo from above.

Mango Juice

Some pretty snacks (Not cheap), nice presentation though.

We were also attracted to the crowd to this stall and decided to have a try. Waffle Waffle Le Fruitier, or their website for those who want to try them, there is a similar shop in Somerset 313, ground floor. Not Waffle waffle Le fruitier but called Heavenly Compote Waffle Should be cheaper than in Japan (150 to 230yen) depending on the flavors or fillings. I bought some in 313 and also yesterday at Liang Courts (temporary stall) at $3 each. I thought it was the same until I was havinf one of the waffles while blogging this article and notice a different branding (so blur of me). Go have a try if you have not tasted it before and If you know the differences, please drop me a message.

Some amusing shots, so kawaii. Think the little gal enjoy the feel of the tarmac

Building on the left is the police post along Ginza

Talk about ice bar? they have one in Ginza, without the ice of course . Would be a great idea when Summer.

One thing I noticed in Japan, people there love to queue but they only queue if the product is good or cheap. So, next time when you are in Japan and you see a queue, why not join in and find out.

Another kawaii kid.. shall do more street shoot in Japan.

We brought Jin’s sis and Aunt to Muji for lunch, wish they would open a similar cafe here in Singapore.

Jin’s lunch for 780Yen :0

Mine was slightly more expensive since I had 4 dishes.

We then took the metro subway to Kamiyacho on the Hibiya Line to visit the Tokyo Tower.

Interesting looking building

A true green building, that is what the building is called Hasegawa Green Building

Tokyo Tower, up close and personal… too close IMO.

Some crazy ideas, using a railing.

Did we miss out anything not visiting the view gallery on top of the tower? I thought since the weather was rather hazy, it would be a waste not having a great view of the area around the tower. Perhaps, a night view from it would be better?

We proceed to Roppongi, Tokyo Midtown. By that time, some of us was already tired. We didn’t explore the place much. Hope we get another chance some day. The place is full of upmarket brands. Just realised I was not carrying my camera bag that day

My boss reminded me to take more photos of Roppongi, but we didn’t stay there long enough for that happen.

Tokyo tower in the background.

Another interesting sculpture.

Some interior shots

Our first bento dinner, Jin’s Aunt wasn’t accustom to having cold meal, therefore, we always had pipping hot meals when we are together.

This beef bento immediately remind me where we bought the bento from, Takashimaya.

Dessert, baked japanese sweet potato from a streetside stall.

End of day 16