The closing of Shibuya's Tokyu Plaza last spring was mourned by many Tokyoites, and it remains to be seen if this Ginza reincarnation of the beloved shopping oasis can live up to expectations. Early signs are promising, however, with the exterior meant to recreate the appearance of traditional Edo Kiriko glass and the insides expected to house a whopping 125 stores...
They say change is the only constant in Tokyo, with the unstoppable force euphemistically known as 'redevelopment' always looking for new spots of land to occupy with shopping malls, office towers or 'green spaces'. Just like in years past, 2016 will see plenty of shiny new facilities opened across the city, and practically all of them claim to offer never-before-seen ways to consume, imbibe, be happy and so on. Here are nine of the most attractive spots set to begin business over the next six months or so – better get those wallets out, eh?