You can enjoy various kinds of shopping here in Nagoya. There are many department stores, massive underground shopping malls at two downtown areas (Nagoya Station & Sakae). On the other hand, at the traditional shopping arcade, you can enjoy the atmosphere of good old days of Nagoya.
Tax
Japan has a 5% consumption tax which is levied on all goods and services purchased in Japan, including food. In addition to the consumption tax, a 10-15% service charge is added to the bill at most hotels and first-class restaurants.
Tax-free Shopping
The 5% consumption tax will be refunded at authorized shops if a foreign tourist spends more than ¥10,000. You are requested to show your passport.
| General department stores | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Tel | Location |
| Matsuzakaya | 251-1111 | Sakae, Nagoya station |
| Mitsukoshi | 252-1111 | Sakae, Hoshigaoka |
| Maruei | 264-1211 | Sakae |
| JR Takashimaya | 566-1101 | Nagoya station |
| Meitetsu | 585-1111 | Nagoya station |
| Department stores for young people | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Tel | Location |
| Kintetsu Pass'e | 582-3411 | Nagoya station |
| Annex / Shopping mall | 953-2811 | Sakae |
| Parco | 264-8111 | Sakae |
| DIY and interior | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Tel | Location |
| Tokyu Hands | 566-0109 | Nagoya station, Sakae |
| Loft | 219-3000 | South of Sakae |
| Outlet shops (dinnerware) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Name | Tel | Location |
| Noritake garden 'Box' | 561-7290 | Nagoya Station (15minutes walk) |
| Mikasa Factory Store | 936-6139 | close to Shirakabe, Higashi ward |
| Narumi 'Bricks' | 896-2224 | Narumi, Midori ward near Arimatsu |