Tokyo Station, Japan's largest terminal station, is a vast complex covering approximately 4.3 square meters - equivalent to about 3.9 Tokyo Domes. Without a plan, navigating this sprawling station can be time-consuming and exhausting.
A new digital magazine titled "Tokyo Station Naka no Mittsuboshi Temiyage Annai" (Tokyo Station's Three-Star Souvenir Guide) has been released on December 29th to help solve this problem. The guide comprehensively covers everything from Tokyo Station-exclusive sweets to Japanese and Western confections, miscellaneous goods, ekiben (station bento boxes), and casual drinking spots inside the ticket gates.
Comprehensive Coverage of Gransta Tokyo and Daimaru Tokyo
The magazine focuses on Gransta Tokyo and Daimaru Tokyo Store, organizing information by purpose and genre. It includes the latest sweets, miscellaneous goods, ekiben, casual drinking spots, and cafe guides to help visitors maximize their Tokyo Station experience. Whether you're returning home, on a business trip, or have time before a train transfer, this guide serves as the perfect last-minute resource.
The table of contents includes:
Chapter 1: Exclusive Tokyo Station Items
Chapter 2: For Japanese Sweets Lovers
Chapter 3: Western Sweets Are the Best
Chapter 4: Senbei and Karinto for Crunchy Snack Lovers
Chapter 5: Picking Up Some Miscellaneous Goods?
Daimaru Tokyo Store: Special Souvenirs
Chapter 6: Bento, Sandwiches, and Onigiri to Buy Before Boarding the Shinkansen
Chapter 7: Got Some Time? Casual Drinking Inside the Ticket Gates
The guide includes a Gransta Tokyo map for easy navigation.
Recommended for These People
- Those who often struggle choosing souvenirs at Tokyo Station
- Those who want to efficiently discover Tokyo Station-exclusive products
- Those who want to give thoughtful souvenirs
- Those who want to explore art and miscellaneous goods souvenirs
- Those who want to make effective use of spare time before boarding the Shinkansen
The guide features limited-edition souvenirs including the retiring Suica penguin character merchandise, which has become a must-see item for collectors.
In addition to Tokyo Station-exclusive items, the guide also introduces souvenirs from renowned shops that are perfect for formal gift-giving occasions.
Japanese Sweets Chapter Highlights
Chapter 2, "For Japanese Sweets Lovers," comprehensively introduces recommended Japanese confections from famous shops like Fujimido and Ganso Kimura-yaki, where you can enjoy generous portions of red bean paste. The selection includes items suitable for casual gifts as well as formal occasions.
Daimaru Tokyo Store: Souvenirs Around ¥3,000
The Daimaru Tokyo Store section introduces exclusive items and notable new shops, along with a curated selection of souvenirs priced around ¥3,000. These items are perfect for homecoming gifts or presents for loved ones.
Chapter 7, "Casual Drinking Inside the Ticket Gates," features recommendations from editors of Shokuraku web, a media outlet that enriches life through food, including their personal favorite spots.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent Tokyo Station user, this magazine transforms shopping time from confusion to excitement.
Distribution and Release Information
Title: Tokyo Station Naka no Mittsuboshi Temiyage Annai
Release Date: December 29th (Monday)
Price: ¥430 (tax included)
Pages: 100 pages
Format: Digital magazine (e-book)
Main Distribution Platforms:
- Kindle
- dMagazine
- magaport (Rakuten Magazine)
- MBJ (Mobile Book Japan)
- Viewn
- Media Do
