Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store was designated as a national important cultural property in July 2016, and it can be said that the main building has many historical attractions. Did you know that there is a free "history tour" for elementary, junior high and high school students at the Mitsukoshi Main Store? The tour takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and the guide will guide you through the highlights of the store and explain the secrets and rare topics of the birth of a department store. In addition, you will be able to respond carefully to questions from the participants, so I think you will study a lot. The capacity is 2 to 12 people, and the participation fee is free.
Important cultural properties designated by the country during the history tour are as follows.
guardian angel of Mitsukoshi, the Lion statue
The "Tenjo (Magokoro) Statue" with gorgeous beauty
The "Mitsukoshi Theater" opened in 1927 (1927)
"fossils" of the dinosaur era such as ammonites
The "pipe organ" also serves as the central ward Tangible Cultural Property.
"Chuo Hall" with Japan's first escalator
One of the Sumida River Seven Lucky Gods on the rooftop, Sanwei Shrine, etc.
The deadline for applying for the Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store "History Tour" is until the 5th of the previous month of the desired month, and it is said that advance application is required using the "Application Form" on the company's website.
Contact information
Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store
Customer service entertainment in charge of history tour for elementary, junior and senior high school students
