Nihonbashi literally means "Japan Bridge" and sure enough there is bridge over the river here. This area could have been beautiful had the govt decided not to put an ugly expressway over Tokyo's river system. So above this lovely bridge is a dark concrete road. The banks of the river have also been concreted over, so the river looks like... More

It is the start of Tokaidou 53 Stations in Edo Era. I found the basic point in the center of the road. The express way above the bridge should be removed. There are many histrical shirines, temples, shops and restaurants. I ate reasonable Tenpura rice bowl at a very popular restaurant and bought a nail cripper and Japanese sweet here... More

classy shopping area to dining out, for shopping + touch the edge of cultural background. Filmed in many pictures, very modern atmsphare. More

I stayed here and thought it was a great 'base' for exploring the city. Not much in the way of attractions, but laid back and centrally located. Good place to get a 'slice of life' in an otherwise very busy city. More

Nihonbashi has a lot character and history to it. It is the center of Tokyo and it's highlight is the Imperial Palace and the well mantained gardens/moats that surround the Palace. If you go during Cherry Blossom season (late March, early April) it is a sight to behold! The fall colors during the fall months, etc. More

The Nihonbashi is more compelling in concept. In a sense all Japanese roads lead there (or at the very least mileage is measured from there) but the bridge (stately though it may be) is literally in the shadow of the expressway overhead. Not a great end in itself, but a good anecdote to collect as you stroll from Mitsukoshi to... More

I Love shopping in Japan because the attendance in their dept stores are really lovely esp Takashimaya Nihonbashi. More