Gift wrapping

Gift wrapping is one of the many wonders of shopping in Japan, and avid shoppers can look forward to receiving a well-wrapped package that puts any other gift to shame. No matter how cheap the item you buy, shops like Tokyo’s large department stores will have clerks on hand to wrap up your purchases beautifully at no extra cost, making you unsure whether you’ll ever even want to open the package.

Situated in Tokyo’s most famous shopping district, Ginza Mitsukoshi is the place to go for some truly stunning gift wrapping services, no matter what you buy. Discerning shoppers have been frequenting this store for generations, and continue to come back for its world-class service and consistent hospitality. From impeccable gift wrapping to scarves being expertly tied into signature knots, this Ginza department store is ready to cater to all your gift giving needs. While you’re shopping around, make your way over to the handkerchief corner on the ground floor of the department store where purchasing a gift box with your items will get you a skilful performance of packing that results in an attractive wrapping sure to delight your recipient.

There’s no doubt that the attention to detail that goes into each and every gift or purchase makes customers eager to come back to shop for more after such a memorable experience. The practice of gift wrapping is also an important aspect of Japanese culture and the act of teinei as it shows one’s appreciation and thoughtfulness towards others which has been carried out over many generations. This is why it is simply natural and customary to have beautifully wrapped gifts when you go out shopping around Japan.

Ginza Mitsukoshi. 4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo. 03 3562 1111.
www.mitsukoshi.co.jp/ginza