Chuo-ku Tourism Association correspondent blog

 On March 25, the blossoming declaration of Yoshino cherry tree in central Tokyo was issued. 9 days later than last year and 1 day earlier than normal.

It is expected that the cherry blossoms in the city center will be in full bloom at the beginning of next week, and it will finally be spring.

At the Garden Plaza in front of the Ginza Mikimoto Main Store, on March 27, the exhibition of Ginza's tradition "Sakura" began again this year. 

An annual project that has been implemented since 1996 with the desire to "enjoy the four seasons and nature of Japan in the city of Ginza".

This year's cherry blossoms are a large single bloom, characterized by vivid pink (scarlet), and are said to be a hybrid of "Amagi Yoshino" and "Kanhizakura".

"Yokozakura", which has been carried with roots, has a height of 3.5m and an estimated age of about 35 years.

Regarding the birth of this cherry tree

"A former teacher in Ehime Prefecture, Masaaki Takano decided to give cherry blossoms to various places in hopes of the requiem of a student who died in the war and world peace. For this reason, over 20 years, the varieties have been improved, and finally, the weather conditions of both cold and warm, resistant to diseases, and satisfactory in both flowering season, flower color, and tree vigor have been created. Named "Sunlight" meaning "the sun that gives blessings to heaven and earth." Today, it has spread throughout the country and around the world, and continues to illuminate people's hearts."

An anecdote is transmitted.

The exhibition period will be from March 27 to April 10 (planned).

After the exhibition, they will be donated to public facilities and planted trees, but this year we hear that Fukushima, Miyagi and Iwate prefectures in the suburbs of Tokyo or Great East Japan Earthquake are the target areas.

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) announced on March 18, 2014, the published land price as of January 1, 2014.

The highest land price point is Yamano Musical Instruments Ginza Main Store in Ginza 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo.

It is 29.6 million yen per square meter, up 9.6% from the previous year, making it the highest in the country for the eighth consecutive year.

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 Yamano Musical Instruments Ginza Main Store Homepage
http://www.yamano-music.co.jp/a/shops/ginza/index 

－All dreams can be realized if you have the courage to continue seeking dreams - Walt Disney

In 1923, Walt Disney and his brother Roy founded the Walt Disney Company in 1990. From March 19th, Matsuya Ginza has been holding a special exhibition "Disney Dream and Magic 90 Years Exhibition from Mickey Mouse to Pixar" that looks back on Disney's 90 years. On the first day of the event, after the work is over, it seems to be quite crowded with Matsuya at the venue.

At the venue, under the supervision of "Walt Disney Archives", about 800 items such as works of animators and designers who have been active so far are exhibited for each theme by theme. At the venue full of highlights such as props and costumes used in the movie, venue-limited original goods related to the exhibited works and the latest Disney goods released in advance at the venue are also sold.

The venue is Event Square on the 8th floor of Matsuya Ginza. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The exhibition period is until April 7 (Mon), but starting here in Matsuya Ginza, it will take about a year and a half to travel around the country, including Osaka and Fukuoka.

If you want to soak in Disney in Ginza this time when it's finally getting warmer, please go out.

We went to theater to see the hot topic of the two "parallel riders". I misunderstood the release date and applied in a hurry, and it was almost full. The Osaka performance in April is also sold out. 。 。 You can see the high expectations for the new work of "Super Kabuki". It is still remembered that the third generation Sarunosuke's first work, Yamato Takeru, was performed in February 1986, a long run for 10 months and a mobilization of 500,000 people. I think there are many people. In the Nikkei "My Resume" last month, which became a hot topic, Sarunosuke wrote this and that until the performance. Then 28 years ...

When the curtain opens and the lighting is turned on, it is a “mouth” of actors in a light yellow mosaic. The contemporary drama actors of Kuranosuke Sasaki, Seiji Fukushi and Kazuyuki Asano line up in the Sawayaya of Ukon, Shoya, Shozaburo, and Saruya-san lined up in a row and applauded the audience! "The face is pale in the cold sweat" and Kuranosuke Sasaki makes me laugh.

The work and production are popular Tomohiro Maekawa. The story is a story of friendship and growth between a young Buddhist priest Towa (Sarunosuke), who is worried about the meaning of carving Buddha statues in the Heian period, and a childhood friend Kazuma (Kuranosuke Sasaki), who goes to the capital to save farmers and becomes an official. . According to an interview with Sarunosuke, the name "II Second" is "Not assimilation between Kabuki and contemporary drama, but by holding hands independently with each other, new things are born." The long-awaited "smoky ride" Sarunosuke is used to it, but it is "for the first time" for Kuranosuke Sasaki, who first appeared in Kabuki. Since it was the 8th day, it seems that there was a little room, and when two people joined hands and swim in the air, they applauded again. It's a very long swim and a big service. After the air ride, the stage moves around narrowly with a sense of speed with the physical ability of the "Large standing" flow. It's amazing! That's a word. Applause and curtain call first. Even so, Mr. Kuranosuke, "white paint" is too decided! That's right. The standing figure is also dignified, and it is a "stage shine" that seems to be a very "Kabuki first appearance". Shoya's female thieves is also cool, and you can enjoy it without complaining.

Please take a look at the first work of "Super Kabuki II".

Limited edition chocolate (500 yen) commemorating the performance is until the 29th.

Tickethon Shochiku 0570-000-489 (10:00-18:00)

A restaurant located on the 7th floor of the Ginza Core Building.

It seems that it is a dish that combines Japanese and French based on Italian.

The inside of the store is large and splendid, and there seems to be a party for up to 250 people.♪

On this day, two girls made a reservation for lunch on the OZmall plan (* ^^ *)

The inside of the store has a very nice atmosphere, but the table setting is also gorgeous.★

Burdock potage

The bread is also delicious.♪　

Assorted appetizers (Zwi crab and potato petit tart, Oyama chicken terrine, root vegetable ratatouille, salmon marina)

Crab, salmon and champagne are perfect.★

I don't drink enough, so I'd like Italian red wine to match the deep food.♪

Fetchine Omar shrimp rich americane sauce

Japone sauce with yuzu flavor of beef loin steak

For dessert, Ginza pudding★

The chef was qualified as a vegetable sommelier, and baked vegetables were also sold.

All the dishes were delicious and a very satisfying lunch (*^^ *)

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Chuo-ku is also a gourmet town. Nihonbashi, Ginza, Tsukiji, Ningyocho ... I can't count if I give a delicious shop.

I usually search for affordable shops and enjoy a meal casually, but sometimes I want to be a little nervous and enjoy high-class French.

On this day, I visited "Rest Landon Pierre" in Ginza 1-chome. It is a long-established store with a history of 30 years under the name "Perinyon". Last year, we merged with the Kyobashi store and re-started as Rest Landon Pierre.

The store has a warm atmosphere that you will never notice, and it is full of exciting atmosphere with important guests. The menu is lined with items that sway your finger, so you will get lost. In particular, the steak seems to be soft and juicy and melting. The appearance of the table is also set so that you can enjoy plenty of extraordinary space. Take off your hat to the service spirit without gaps.

There are plenty of desserts. I had a pudding this time. Slight bitterness and deep sweetness spread in your mouth. It is also a blissful time to look back on what you have received today while drinking coffee. How luxurious it is to be able to enjoy a calm meal in the middle of a big city.

When I visited the store, of "Cored Muromachi" 1-3, which will be grand opening on the 20th of this month, a consommé soup specialty store "Jule Dole" will be opened as an affiliated store on the ground floor of "Cored Muromachi 2". I'm always impressed with the attitude of seeking a new form of taste.

I'm looking forward to seeing more spots with new flavors in Chuo-ku.

I was full and satisfied with it. "Ginza French" was a very fascinating gastronomy.