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GINZA White Christmas

[Sam] Nov. 18, 2017 09:00

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DSC01243RS'G.jpg On November 15th, GINZA SIX's first Christmas event, the largest commercial facility in the Ginza area, started. 

The theme is "Miracles live in Ginza at Christmas."

In addition to offering Christmas products and special menus limited to GINZA SIX, it is also colored with special displays by artists and creators.

Date: November 15-December 25

At Snow Dome City, a diorama snow town on the 2nd floor Mihara Terrace, which is the main project of the in-house display, the slogan "Ginza White Christmas-Ginza will be a White Christmas-" creates snowfall every hour from 12:00 to 20:00, with a slogan "Ginza White Christmas-Ginza will be a White Christmas-" Snowman made of real snow, and his little snowman will appear in Ginza."

The digital installation work shown in permanent exhibition on the 12-meter-high wall (living wall) on the 3rd to 5th floors has been replaced with a shining golden color of the Christmas version for a limited time.

On November 29, at the entrance on the Chuo-dori side of the 1st floor, the art work "Mirror Bell Dress" by the artist unit Daisy Balloon will appear.

The city is the most shining season of the year. I feel like Christmas. 

 

 

 

Kabukiza _1

[Slow of Satsuki's Koi] Nov. 17, 2017 18:00

Kabukiza is located near the Miharabashi intersection on Showa-dori and Harumi-dori St.

 

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<<<<<In the past, there was Miharabashi here. >>>>

 

 

Turn right at this intersection (northeast direction) to Edobashi. Turn left (southwest direction) at the intersection with Ginza Street (Tokaido) to Shimbashi, and turn right (Northeast direction) to Kyobashi / Nihonbashi. If you go to Hibiya, you will find Sukiyabashi. In the past, there was a bridge, but now almost the bridge has disappeared and only the place name has been changed. (It is under construction now, but I remember that Mihara Bridge had a bridge.) Until the beginning of 1955, there were many bridges and rivers around this area and around Tsukiji and Akashicho. Kyobashi is also the birthplace of Edo Kabuki.

 

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<<<<< Monument of the birthplace of Edo Kabuki >>>>>

 

 

Follow Harumi-dori St. to the Sumida River and you will find Kachidokibashi. It was completed in 1940 with only Japanese technology at that time. The feature of this bridge was that the central part jumped up, and large boats came and went through the Sumida River. Opening and closing was stopped at the end of 1970.

 

By the way, when you turn your eyes to Kabukiza, the feature is the tower above the gable and the front gable. The gable is in most Japanese castles as far as I know.

 

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<<<<<<The tower above the gable in the front >>>>>

 

 

In addition, there is the "Phoenix Maru" of the Kabukiza Theater. It is decorated with these "Phoenix Maru" tiles and Japanese lantern, but faces to the right. It seems that there is only one phoenix facing the opposite left, and it is called "inverted phoenix", and if you find it, you can "be happy".

There is Kabuki Inari Shrine on the right hand side of Kabukiza Theater. It seems that it was in the building before the previous Kabukiza Theater. (I watched it during the previous Kabukiza era, but I don't remember where it was.) Now anyone can visit at any time.

 

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<<< Kabuki Inari Shrine on the right hand side of Kabukiza Theater >>>>>

 

 

The performance of the Kabukiza Theater changes every month. Tickets are sold in the "daytime section" and "night section", but the price is "4,000 to 20,000 yen". In addition, there is a one-stop seat (Hitomakumishiki) ("Makumi seat") where you can easily appreciate only your favorite curtain.

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<<If you buy a seat at a glance, you will receive such a ticket. Please note that this is not the seat number. >>

 

 

The price seems to vary depending on the performance and performance time. Because it is on the top floor, I can hardly see the flower path. Please note that this is not a seat reservation.

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On weekends, as you can see, so many people are lined up in the curtain seats. If you have time, please go on weekdays.

 

 

One of the features of Kabuki is the shouts of people called "Ogatari". When I was watching at the Makumi seat, there was a shout near me and the foreign tourists in the next seat were surprised.

In addition, there is a lot of fun. Originally, it seems that it expresses the blood vessels and muscles of the face over. Red is justice and courage blue (indigo) is used for evil tea to represent demons and youkai. Kumatori seems to use his finger instead of using a brush or brush, so he says "take" instead of "drawing".

 

Next month.

 

 

Chie Kitazawa Exhibition [Ginza Retro Gallery MUSEE]

[Dimini ☆ Cricket] Nov. 17, 2017 12:00

On the 1st and 2nd floors of the literally retro gallery "Ginza Retro Gallery MUSEE" (which has been selected as one of the Top 100 Modern Buildings in Chuo-ku) facing Showa-dori, Chie Kitazawa's solo exhibition "Inverse scenery" is being held.

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The event period is from November 15 (Wednesday) to 19 (Sunday), and the time is from 11:00 to 18:00, but please note that the last Sunday is until 16:00.

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Since I received the invitation letter, I have been imagining this theme of "reverse scenery"

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A work that expresses "reverse attack" by "scenery"

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Mr. Kitazawa also came to the venue.

He strongly sympathized with Yo Henmi's "rebeling landscape" by journalist and writer, and decided on the theme of this exhibition, "Reverse scenery."

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When I asked Mr. Kitazawa, this was the first time that a solo exhibition was held in Chuo-ku, and over the past year, he had produced such a group of works according to the theme of this exhibition.

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"We have given too much reason.

Too much order

I'm about to be attacked by the scenery now

Have you been waiting for it?

My brush responds."

Mr. Kitazawa has a poem (partial excerpt) entitled "Reverse Scenery" in the guide letter of the exhibition.

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At first glance, a work that looks different from each other looks like a series of works with something heavy () when viewed through the filter called "reverse scenery".

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With my poor expressiveness, I can't express my work with Mr. Kitazawa's powerful message.

Please face Mr. Kitazawa's work with your own eyes.

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I felt that the atmosphere of this gallery, one of the best Historic buildings in Chuo-ku, and the strength of the work created a solid and calm harmony.

It's a comfortable space.

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Regarding photography in the gallery, the gallery and Mr. Kitazawa consented, and the person himself cooperated in the interview.

Thank you very much

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Click here for a blog that introduced this gallery exhibition in August this year. ⇒

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Click here for the website of Ginza Retro Gallery MUSEE. ⇒

http://kawasaki-brand-design.com/

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TOKYU PLAZA GINZA CHRISTMAS 2017

[Sam] Nov. 17, 2017 09:00

DSC01231ELS'.jpgDSC01223RS'G.jpg This year's theme of Tokyu Plaza Ginza, which is celebrating its second Christmas after opening, is a new Disney topic "Ana and the Snow Queen / Family Memories".

Christmas decorations with the key motif of the story and a number of Disney character items will color the hall.

Date: November 10-December 25

In the B2F ENTRANCE, "Ice Tree" is filled with ice and snow crystals born from the magic of Elsa of "Ana and the Queen of Snow".

On the 6th floor KIRIKO LOUNGE, "Snow Flake Installation" is inspired by Elsa's magic of "Ana and the Queen of Snow". There is also a photo spot that shines like ice.

You can enjoy a dramatic and fantastic Christmas.

 

 

How about this season's La France and parfait style?  -Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store Salon de Cafe, etc.

[rosemary sea] Nov. 15, 2017 18:00

This is a rosemary sea, which dynamically covers "gifts and enjoy yourself."

 

Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store Salon de Cafe、From November 1st (Wednesday) to November 30th (Thursday), we are preparing parfaits that use "La France" luxuriously.

The "La France" is characterized by a thick texture, depth and sweetness. Now is the season.

 

At the same time, Shiseido Parlour Nihonbashi Takashimaya and others, a different concept La France parfait appeared.

It is a parfait that uses different varieties La France and arranges the contents.

 

La France, which has matured until the best condition at the store, is a gem that gives you a sense of the season.

Please enjoy a variety of autumn tastes.

 

This time, we also took care of Mr. Kotsugai, a public relations group of Shiseido Co., Ltd.

Let's introduce the product.

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Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store Salon de Cafe

La France parfait 1,980 yen (tax included) from Okada Farm, Yamagata Prefecture

Do you know those who live in Chuo-ku, correspondents, and those who are familiar with Chuo-ku?

Higashine City, Yamagata Prefecture is adjacent to the central part of the prefecture, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture to the east, and Tendo City and Yamagata City to the south.

We have partnered with Chuo-ku as a friendship city since 26 years ago.

Higashine City is also known as "Higashine, a fruit tree kingdom."

Cherry, apples, peaches, grapes, Japanese chestnuts.

La France is also a major production area with excellent yield and quality.

This time, we offer a parfait using La France, which has a melting and elegant sweetness harvested at Okada Farm in Higashine City.

It goes well with maple ice cream and Art Grey Jelly, and the balance between the richness of caramel sauce and the light sweetness of maple sugar is exquisite.

Also, when you eat it with a separate praline sauce, it turns into an adult parfait. It carries the depth and aroma of autumn.

 

 

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Shiseido Parlour Nihonbashi Takashimaya Store, etc.

A special parfait with seasonal ingredients

La France parfait 1,728 yen (tax included) from Yamagata Prefecture

It is harvested in Yamagata Prefecture and made from La France into parfait.

La France was fresh and used for red wine compotes, sorbes, and sauces, combined with milk ice cream to enhance the aroma and melting sweetness.

It is a parfait with a pleasant texture of royaltynu and chocolate cranchi.

 La France from Yamagata Prefecture is used as a decoration.

 

・・Please enjoy the rich aroma, rich and elegant sweetness, and melting texture in a special parfait.

 

 The image is an image. The items provided may differ from the image.

 The menu contents and offer period may change depending on the availability of fruits.

 

Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store Salon de Cafe

Ginza 8-8-3 3rd floor of Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Building

03-5537-6231 (reservation is not possible.)

Business hours from Tuesday to Saturday from 11:30 to 21:00 (last order 20:30)

      Sunday and public holidays 11:30 to 20:00 (last order 19:30)

Regular holiday Monday (Open on holidays)

 

Shiseido Parlour Nihonbashi Takashimaya Store

2-4-1 Nihonbashi, 8th floor of the main building of Takashimaya Nihonbashi Store

03-3211-4111 (Representative)

Business hours from 11:00 to 21:30 (last order 21:00)

Regular holidays According to department stores.

 

Click here for Shiseido Parlour's website.

⇒  http://parlour.shiseido.co.jp/

 

 

Autumn Taste Course-Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store-

[rosemary sea] Nov. 14, 2017 14:00

This is a rosemary sea, which covers the standard of "gifts and enjoy yourself."

 

Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store Restaurant, "Autumn Taste Course" is available until November 30 (Thursday).

Ainames and oysters, which become more delicious in this season, are tailored to the production area.

It is a prefix-style course menu that incorporates seasonal ingredients from the earth and the sea, including autumn vegetables such as seasonal mehikari, Hokkaido Sika Deer, Savoy and Akaguri pumpkin.

In addition, you can choose from multiple fish and meat dishes and soup from two dishes, North Sea clams and matsutake mushrooms.

Desert is available in autumn ingredients such as marron, maple, and apple.

Please fully enjoy many tastes that satisfy autumn of appetite.

 

This time, we also took care of Mr. Kotsugai, a public relations group of Shiseido Co., Ltd.

Let me introduce you to the dishes.

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[Autumn Taste Course]

Daytime: Course Amuses, appetizers, fish dishes or meat dishes, desserts, coffee 6,000 yen (tax included)

Night: Course Amuses, appetizers, soups, fish dishes or meat dishes, desserts, coffee 7,000 yen (tax included)

Day/night: Course B Amuse, appetizer, soup, fish dish, meat dish, dessert, coffee 9,500 yen (tax included)

 

<Amusement>  Frit of Mehikari

<appetizer>     Confi salad of Kyoto duck peach meat and gizzard

 Soup, fish dishes, meat dishes, and desserts are selected from 2 or 3 items each.

<Soup>   Chauder of North Sea clams

        Consommé Royale with Matsutake mushrooms (+500 yen)

<Fish dish>   Hokkaido-grown poire white wine sauce

        Oyster fried tartar sauce from Akkeshi

<Meat dish>   Together with Potov Akinona of Hida beef

        Hokkaido Sika Deer loin meat poire red wine sauce

        Hida beef fillet meat steak sauce (+1,500 yen)

<Desert>  Orange fragrant Maron cream and Bour Noiset Ice Cream

        Autumn alley maple taste with apples

 

 A separate service charge of 10% will be charged for the price.

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This is Ryusuke Kurabayashi, the chef of Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store.

The menu has been devised.

 

・・・ Please spend a pleasant time on a course that truly enjoys autumn.

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Shiseido Parlour Ginza Main Store

Ginza 8-8-3 Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Building 4/5th floor

03-5537-6241

Business hours from 11:30 to 21:30 (last order 20:30)

Regular holiday Monday (open on holidays)

Click here for Shiseido Parlour's website.

⇒ http://parlour.shiseido.co.jp/