Chuo-ku Tourism Association correspondent blog

Hello. This is a new correspondent, Hanes.
In mid-February, I heard that there was a special exhibition that I could not miss for British lovers.
I went to a very quaint gallery in Ginza.
The gallery is a senior correspondent Gimini. ☆Mr. Cricket (2016, 2017, 2018) and Mr. Usako of Tsukuda have also been introduced.
MUSEE GINZA was created by preserving and regenerating modern architecture (retro building) built in 1932!


The entrance is on the left side.

The details of the building itself can be found in the article by Usako Tsukuda, so this time I omitted it.
I would like to introduce you from the places you care about inside the building.

■Entrance to stairs
First of all, press the intercom to open the door.
On the left side of the door is the Palnas Vienna interior, filled with the charm of the Vienna Separation, displayed in the showcase.
And on the wall next to the elongated stairs that stretches in front,
It is decorated with postcards (Sansanmabori, Cafe-Heyday, Occupation Ginza, etc.) that show the state of Ginza for the 90 years that this building has walked.
Each time you climb the stairs, rare historical materials make time slip.



Also, because it is a building in the early Showa era, I found an old Kyobashi Tax Corporation Member Securities in the middle of the stairs!
There are several buildings built in Ginza at the same time.
Even though the exterior is retro, there may not be much left from the time.
Therefore, these casual things are actually rare.



■Observation and Experimental Space
When I visited the gallery, there was a customer who had an aesthetic eye.
We had you show the rooftop before the exhibition.



Normally, the rooftop of buildings is not open to the public.
It seems that installations and performances are also experimentally performed here.
It is a valuable spot where you can see Showa-dori from an open space.



■Special exhibition "The World of British Theater Architecture THE WORLD OF BRITISH THEATER"
After enjoying the rooftop for a while, go to the long-awaited exhibition.
In this exhibition, we will focus on the goodness and historical axis of British theater architecture that flourished at the West End.
On display are 16 copperplate prints excerpted from ancient books that convey its history (published in the early 19th century).


(Photo courtesy of MUSEE GINZA_KawasakiBrand Design)

The British theater, which is the theme this time, has been updated with the times.
Young people in Japan also visit theaters.
It can be said that traditional Japanese performing arts still have little support from the younger generation.

In addition, it is difficult to use old buildings that have once finished their role in Japan as they are.
It is often demolished and reborn as a new building.
However, Rikihiro Kawasaki, who bought this building, updated the architectural space like the British theater.
We have succeeded in preserving and regenerating the building by giving a new role by taking advantage of the land of Ginza.

In this way, this exhibition is linked to Mr. Kawasaki's idea of preserving the building.
It is said that it is actually used at the subway station in London for this exhibition.
We obtained Stair Nosings (Stair Nosings) from AATi in the United Kingdom, which will be adopted for the first time in Japan, as a custom order after six months of negotiations.
I was surprised because it was installed on the stairs by myself.
This may be because it was originally a construction company in Kyushu.
This hardware is often used in British theater architecture, and one of the highlights is the attention that shines in such details.



And I'm interested in the exhibition, as shown in the figure below (The New Theatre Royal in Hay Market in 1821).
Some of them have a gorgeous and glittering British theater, but that's not the only one!


(Photo courtesy of MUSEE GINZA_KawasakiBrand Design)

You can see the uniqueness of the era, British culture, and architectural elements everywhere in the illustrations, so your imagination just expands.
For example, this illustration depicting the choir of St Saviour's (January 1, 1814 Robert Wilkinson published).
I get the impression that the clear hymn is echoing throughout the church, but if you look closely at the details, you will find it even more interesting.


(Photo courtesy of MUSEE GINZA_KawasakiBrand Design)

(The upper part of the photo) Near the ceiling of the pointed arch, which is unique to the Gothic style, is decorated like roses. ：You can see ribs (reinforcement members provided at key points such as board materials to increase the strength of steel structures, and decorations attached to intersections of "ribs").



(Lost left in the photo) Sculpture decoration like an angel
(lower right of the photo) like the Royal Standard

I will omit the details, but in English church architecture, in addition to the distinctive style and stained glass, which are often seen in the eyes.
In this detail, "What is this?" There are charms such as "I'm worried!"

And Mr. Kawasaki says, the most pessimistic work in this exhibition is.
It depicts Drury Lane Theatre, which was fired on the night of February 24, 1809.
At times when evacuation methods and time required for fire extinguishing were different from modern times....
How did the people around you evacuate and what kind of sight did you see?...
I think you can know that from this illustration.


(Photo courtesy of MUSEE GINZA_KawasakiBrand Design)

The old books handled this time were published by the publisher of Robert Wilkinson (1768-1825), who created the map.
Check not only the illustrations depicting the theater, but also the map.
You can see the records of the fire and where and what occupations lived, so it's interesting to see it.


(A PLAN OF THE FIRE IN BISHOPGATE STREET, part of CORNHILL AND LEADENHALL STREET.)

And this exhibition can also be purchased!
Unlike ordinary antique illustrations, it can be purchased at a very affordable price.
It's also surprising that three illustrations were sold only on the day of the visit.


(Photo courtesy of MUSEE GINZA_KawasakiBrand Design)

I can't introduce all the works on this blog.
You can see old British illustrations that you don't usually see easily.
It's also nice to be able to shoot in the gallery like a British museum.

<Aside> Adolf Loos
Designed by Loth, famous for "art is guilt" (i.e., "progress in culture is to eliminate decoration from daily necessities"), Cafe Muséum is characterized by simple interiors.
The gallery also displays a rare chair with a design similar to the Muzeum chair that was there (available).
This Loth's thought sounds somewhat radical,
It was so simple that some buildings were pointed out by the authorities because they were too simple....
But he later became a pioneer in Modernism architecture, and now he has become Vienna as a representative of the architectural world.

I'm not very familiar with art, but I saw a chair about this cafe Museum.
I feel like I was able to understand a little bit about MUSEE GINZA's vision and stance.
As I mentioned earlier, it is difficult to enter a gallery that does not face the road surface.
I think there are times when I don't notice what is happening in the first place.

However, as you can see in the gallery name, you feel like going to MUSEE (Museum).
I felt like it was an open space where everyone could enjoy art.
And the uniqueness of “MUSEE (Museum)” that appeals to the sensitivity of visitors is the essence of “MUSEE” that appeals to visitors.
It is an art-sensitive land called Ginza, which is embodyed while being updated!

This exhibition, which the owner Kawasaki was particular about, will be held until March 17th.
Please drop in if you are near you.

■MUSEE GINZA Special Exhibition "The World of British Theater Architecture THE WORLD OF BRITISH THEATER"
Venue: MUSEE GINZA (Kawasaki Brand Design Building, 1-20-17 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
Date: February 6 (Wednesday)-March 17 (Sunday), 2019 11:30-17:30
Closed: Mon/Tues
Admission fee: Free of charge
Official Website: https://kawasaki-brand-design.com/

※We have received permission for photography and introduction from MUSEE GINZA Kawasaki Brand Design Co., Ltd.

 

 

　Ginza Wako's show window announced that the Tokyo Marathon will be held on March 3.

In addition, the message in the guide said, "It's not just a number. TIME IS WHAT I AM. "

　And some of the figures in the record were shown.

This is the World Record World Record World Record for Marathons because it is WR.

This is a new world record marked by Eli Ud Kipchoge (Kenya) at the Berlin Marathon held on September 16, 2018.

Next is the National Record of Japan because there is NR.

This is a record of the "Chicago Marathon" held in the United States in October 2018 by a Japanese player Suguru Osako.

At present, the Japanese record for the Tokyo Marathon is 2 hours 6 minutes 11 seconds, which was updated by Yuta Shitara in February 2018.

There were other figures in the record.　Let's enjoy the Tokyo Marathon with reference to the numbers in numerous records.

We hope that all players participating in the Tokyo Marathon will be able to achieve the results of their daily practice in production. And I support you to update your records.

 

 

It is rosemary sea, which carefully covers "gifts and I enjoy myself" to the details.

　

We asked Bour Mish Ginza Main Store again.

This time,

☆　New product

☆　White Day products (Spring baked confectionery, die-cut chocolate)

☆　Products subject to bridal

I would like to introduce you to you.

Mr. Maeda, manager of Bour Mish Ginza Main Store Co., Ltd., was also taken care of this time.

Then I would like to introduce some items. At first, from a new product...

All prices are tax-included.

　

☆　New product

1,080 yen for 6 pieces of strawberry Madeleine

Madeleine with strawberry flavor that is moist and soft baked.

Here, I did a meal lipo of the rosmari food lipo corps.

"It's moist and moist, and the scent of strawberries spreads in your mouth." O.

"It has a solid texture and the scent of strawberries that goes out of your mouth to your nose!" Mr. S Yama.

"A deep taste that confines the scent of strawberries in a soft and delicious Madeleine." Mr. Tsan, 3.

"It's moist and the flavor of strawberries is moderately delicious." Mr. T. 2.

"Strawberry flavor has a sense of luxury and delicious." Mr. Si.

"I tasted a real strawberry. It's good for a gift." Mr. N.

"It tasted like strawberries faintly." Mr. S branch.

"The faint fragrance of strawberries was elegant and delicious. It's a sweet that makes you feel spring." For the first time, Mr.

　

1,080 yen for 4 ruby chocolate bars

This is also a new product.

It is a chocolate bar that uses the 4th chocolate "Ruby Cacao", which is now popular and popular.

Using soyapuff, cranberry and blueberry, it is made into stick clutch.

　

・・・ Next is the product for White Day.

Spring baked goods corner

Along with spring clothing, a series of baked confectionery is located in the center of the store.

I wonder if it's perfect as a white day item.

　

Spring baked goods BOX (L) 1,080 yen per 7 pieces

Recommended baked goods are packed in a limited time box.

　

Spring baked goods BOX (S) 4 pieces 540 yen

　

1,080 yen for 4 pieces of truffle Cake & Gato O Maron each

　

540 yen each for truffle Cake & Gato O Maron

　

324 yen per truffle cake

Chocolate cake containing one grain of truffle o Chocolat.

　

・・・ Next is the cut-out chocolate, which is also good as a white day item.

Extra-size chocolate (left: Eiffel Tower, center: bear) 5,400 yen

　

Right: Large owl (3,240 yen)

　

Uncut chocolate (dog, rabbit, etc.) 1,296 yen

　

・・・ Finally, I would like to introduce the products targeted for bridal.

　　　It can also be selected as a gift for weddings at each bridal fair.

　　　Thanks from you to your loved ones ...

　　　※　All items are required to be reserved.

2,700 yen in three layers of blue star

　

Left: Casablanca 2-tiered 1,350 yen

　

Right: 1,296 yen over two layers of Ivy

　

Left: Sweets assorted 1,080 yen

　

Right: Honey Baumkuchen 1,080 yen

　

Left: truffle Maron pair truffle cake, 3 Gato O Maron, 2 pieces of 5 pieces, 1,404 yen

　

Right: 1,296 yen for 8 happy heart macarons

　

2 happy heart macarons (left: Ganash, right: Franboise) 324 yen each

　

Left: 3 Happy Heart Pie, 378 yen

The image on the right shows Heart Pie and Heart Macaron (Ghanash framboise).

　　　　

・・・ Bour Mish's special baked confectionery, chocolate. How about?

　

Bour Mish Ginza Main Store

1-2-3, Ginza

Exit 3 of Tokyo Metro Kyobashi Station is close.

Take Chuo-dori in front of your right, toward Ginza.

It's almost across the police museum.

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Business hours Weekdays from 10:00 to 21:00

　　　　　　Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 10:00 to 20:00

Click here for Mr. Bour Mish's homepage

⇒　　http://www.boulmich.co.jp

　

 

 

　The lion at the entrance in front of Ginza Mitsukoshi was wearing a flower decoration.

　Art imitating a large mimosa was also exhibited in the store.

　　It's my first time to see such a scene, so when I read the explanation, I read it

"What is VINYL MUSEUM that appears in Ginza Mitsukoshi?　・・(Omitted)

This time, the Flower Festival and VINYL MUSEUM collaborate, and a photogenic spot inspired by Mimoza will appear. Yes, it is.

We headed to the Ginza Terrace on the 9th floor of Ginza Mitsukoshi, the venue, and saw the stage on display.

A couple like a lover is taking pictures.

　

The wonderful yellow color of mimosa makes the subject look lively. You can enjoy the spring wonderfully.

According to the announcement, this exhibition will be open until March 19 (Tuesday).　Please enjoy photography at the same time as shopping.

　Click here for information on the website.

https://www.mitsukoshi.mistore.jp/ginza/event_calendar/hanabanasai/201902.html

 

 

It is still February, but warm days continue, and early blooming kawazu-zakura (Kawazu Sakura) can be heard from everywhere.

kawazu-zakura is also blooming at Sendai Bridge Park, located at the foot of Sendai Bridge.

This is the kawazu-zakura of Sendai Bridge, which was introduced at night cherry blossoms last March.

kawazu-zakura's name comes from being discovered around 1955 in the Kawazu region of Minamiizu.

kawazu-zakura is estimated to be a natural hybrid of oshima cherry (Oshima Sakura) and Kanhizakura (Kanhizakura).

The flowers are pink or light red, with a darker pink color than Yoshino cherry tree, and a longer flowering period of one month.

In the small Sendai Bridge Park, there are also Yoko (sunlight), late blooming Fugenzo (fugen elephant), and weeping cherry tree (weeping cherry), where you can enjoy various cherry blossoms for a long time in the same park.

Click here for a blog post about kawazu-zakura on Sendai Bridge, which was introduced at night cherry blossoms last March.　⇒

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Manet Ken's waffle, which is always in line
I often saw it when I was living in Osaka.
Actually, I wonder if it's so delicious that it's lined up.
I've never eaten it (laughs).

　
Looking at it, the head office is Osaka and the first store is Umeda.
It seems that there are currently 11 stores in Osaka.
When I saw the line in Ginza, "Eh? Do you line up with Manet Ken?"
I think it was like that.

　
Go to Belgium two years ago and eat waffles
Knowing the origin of the word Manet Ken
(Manet Ken Piss means a piss.)
At Manet Ken in Ginza, where there is always a line from there
Suddenly I thought I would buy a waffle.
It was November last year.

　
Seasonal waffles come out every month, and in November it is caramel apple.
And I bought plain and chocolate.
It's delicious and surprised when you eat it (laughs).

　

　

　

They were lined up in the chocolate marble in December.

　

　

　
For the time being, let's eat a whole 12-month change.♪

　
In addition to Ginza, there are Akihabara, Yaesu and Ikebukuro.
There aren't so many stores, so it's convinced that you can line up in Ginza.

　
Manet Ken's homepage