GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS

Gorgeous bookstore! Felt like everything was beautifully placed and the lighting / architecture really compliments the books and pieces placed around the store. I left with one book (english) & one tote bag. Super happy with my purchase. I also like that they have a starbucks connected to it (BUT there is no outlets around which is inconvenient as a traveler that may need to recharge their phone while running around town).

What sets GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS apart is how it marries the commercial and the poetic. While you’re in one of Tokyo’s premier luxury retail buildings, you also feel removed from the bustle—invited to slow down, explore, reflect. The walls and alcoves serve as mini-galleries; the bookshelves could very well be museum vitrines. At its core, this is a place that celebrates the craft and beauty of printed matter. The concept of “living with art” is woven into every corner: the selection ranges from art books and design monographs to fashion, photography, culture and ambitious stationery. For instance, you’ll find special exhibitions and pop-up events such as the recent “Contemporary Printing & Paper Craftsmanship from Downtown Tokyo” by ITO BINDERY held at the store. The stationery corner, too, stands out—not simply as an accessory to books, but as a space of tactile, crafted delights. There’s also a café area, enabling you to browse a coffee in hand, and work or read in relative calm. The gallery-like quality of the space invites you to spend time, not just purchase and leave. Walking through GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS feels like uncovering successive ambient layers: First, the welcoming threshold: a wide open area, with seating, light filtering through large windows, soft music perhaps, and plenty of visual calm. Second, the shelving: pristine, each section curated. In the art-book realm, you sense the store’s ambition—to transcend the typical bookstore and become a destination for thoughtful browsing. Third, the surprises: a gallery wall with rotating exhibitions; the stationery area where rare tools and fine papers wait; the café corner where you can linger and read. Fourth, the finish: at checkout, friendly staff, tax-free options for visitors, and the sense that you’ve found something a little rare, a little special. In a city dense with wonderful bookstores, GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS distinguishes itself by combining: A luxurious yet welcoming environment, leveraging the setting of Ginza’s premium shopping district but making it accessible and thoughtful. A deep, art-focused collection rather than simply popular bestsellers: the emphasis is on craftsmanship—of books, typographies, stationery, even events. A multifaceted experience: reading + art exhibition + café + lifestyle goods, all nested together. A sense of place: in Ginza, which itself is a symbol of refined urban style—this bookstore feels in harmony with that, yet also quietly independent, a calm in the midst of gloss. Some caveats & tips Because the store is in a high-end zone and caters to a discerning audience, you may find prices higher than average, especially for specialist art books. If you visit on weekends, it can get busier—go on a weekday morning for a more contemplative experience. Much of the stock centers on high-quality, design-oriented books—if you’re looking for very cheap mass-market titles, you might find fewer of those than in a typical chain bookstore. If you enjoy stationery, do allocate extra time—the stationery corner is deceptively large and full of little treasures. Don’t miss the gallery space: you might walk in expecting just a bookstore and end up browsing an art installation. GINZA TSUTAYA BOOKS is not just a bookstore—it is a sanctuary for the book-lover who also cherishes art, design, and beautifully crafted objects. It invites slowing down, invites discovery, and rewards the curious. Whether you’re hunting a rare monograph, seeking a contemplative café read in a refined setting, or simply absorbing Tokyo’s literary and visual culture, it’s a place that lingers in memory. For those who believe that books can be experiences, not just purchases, this store offers that rare blend of elegance, substance and atmosphere.

It's a wonderful bookstore, art exhibition, stationary & gift shop all in one. There's so many stores within the store, like a place that sells original samurai swords. Even non-japanese speakers will find interesting books and can enjoy great coffee.

The bookstore has about 50 selections of books. It’s more than just bookstore. To me, it’s also an art gallery, coffee shop and shopping area. We were there to buy perfumes actually. But I definitely enjoy walking through different sections. The price is cheaper than the US for sure. Also it’s tax free. The staff were very friendly. She wrapped the perfume bottles nice and neat. Credit card/cash are ok. It’s very clean and spacious. The bathroom at the back also has a little lounge to relax.

A stunning and elegant bookstore! One could spend hours in it. I bought a manga, two fashion magazines, a children’s book and a souvenir magnet. Excellent selection of items. Please note that the majority of books are in Japanese here, but there are plenty of look books and some books in English for non-Japanese readers.

Tsutaya is a world class bookstore located inside the Ginza Six mall. Apart from books, they have so many other types of incredible things such as gift items, artwork, snacks, kimono, ancient artifacts. The book collection is also spectacular, as they have over few thousands of books placed in over hundreds of shelves. Most importantly they are the authorized seller of the popular perfume J-Scent. They had a whole section with over 20 different flavors of J-Scent. Most of them were available for sampling. People were trying them without any supervision from any staff. We were looking for the popular Usubeni (rosy cheeks) that was not available in stock at the station. We checked with the staff and they brought few them from the back. Very friendly staff. The checkout process was also a nice experience. The staff member notified us not to open these perfumes within Japan. She also processed our tax return on the spot. The perfumes were priced around $35 each. Significantly cheaper than the price in USA. We loved our time at Tsutaya. Highly recommended for to anyone looking for good books, gift items or J-Scents.

Beautiful book store, u can find a little bit of everything, also art exhibition, perfect place to find a cute souvenir

Came to Tsutaya Shibuya but was too late for Tax Free. So I went to Ginza Tsutaya today. Lovely ambiance.. Exhibition was great. Bought several Japanese books and closed it with Starbucks coffee!

Tsutaya Books is a beautiful bookstore in Ginza Six, one of the district's newest and most attractive shopping centers. It occupies a solid chunk of the sixth floor. Tsutaya is a Japanese chain, and the bookstore sells tons of things that aren't books, as most bookstores have to do to survive. But where a Barnes & Noble might look a little desperate with its hopeful display of Blu-Rays, Tsutaya sells a thoughtful range of aesthetically pleasing, curated goods. It has a coffee shop that is, it turns out, a Starbucks, but like the prettiest Starbucks you've ever seen. Tsutaya also has its own art gallery, and after wandering through several floors of name-brand international luxury boutiques, I was surprised and gratified to find a cluster of exhibits showing work by a small handful of Japanese artists. I was immediately drawn to several paintings by an artist named Kisho Kakutani, and one in particular, a small piece from his Frosted Window series. It was available and affordable, and I decided to buy it on the spot. It felt like such a fortuitous find. I rarely find art that I want like that, and never before by total happenstance. I'd also spent the morning at teamLab Planets, which was a money-making Instagram factory with the veneer of art, and it was nice to connect with an artwork that actually made me feel something. The people working Tsutaya's gallery were super nice and helpful, and they let me take the painting home even though the exhibit wasn't over. I looked into having it shipped, but as that would have added significantly to the cost, I decided to get it wrapped up good and bring it back on our flight to California. My only complaint about the whole process is that Tsutaya doesn't accept the tax exemption QR code we got through like a government portal, and that we assumed would work at a place like Ginza Six. We had to go back the next day with a passport to make the purchase without paying tax. The painting lives at our house now, and I'm really happy it came home with us. I'm guessing it cost a lot less than the average handbag sold at Ginza Six, and is definitely a more unique souvenir. If you're exploring Ginza, Tsutaya Books is well worth a visit. It's a marvelous bookstore where you might find something that moves you.

Largest bookstore in Tokyo with a Starbucks located inside on the upper floors! They have a huge selection of books and collectibles with plenty of space to browse. If you are a book collector or just window shopping Ginza 6 this bookstore is well worth the stop. Side note the Starbucks inside is usually not crowded and has more exotic coffee selections than other locations.

This is a very unique bookstore right in the heart of Ginza Six. They have a good selection of books, mostly in Japanese and some English books as well. Starbucks is right next to it so you can grab some coffee and sit and spend a couple of hour relaxing and reading.

Faaaaaancy. A bookstore that just happens to also sell or at least display things like originals from Yoshimoto Nara. This store is most of the 6th-floor of the high-end mall Ginza 6, and contains a big selection of regular books and stationary, but also fancy high-end collectibles like that Nara piece, and $250 dollar Studio Ghibli Totoro sweaters that to my knowledge aren't available elsewhere, and giant 4-foot tall art books. There's a large Starbucks that actually seems like a pleasant cafe space, plus a few restaurants that are kinda theme-parky (a British pub, a French cafe) but seem great.