Kappabashi Kitchen Street
Attraction
4.3 (10302 reviews)
Popular shopping street known for its many restaurant-supply shops & kitchen-equipment dealers.
3-chōme-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan
+81 3-3844-1225
Did You Know?
Realistic Food Displays
Kappabashi is world-renowned for its shops selling incredibly realistic plastic food samples (sampuru), which Japanese restaurants use to showcase their menu items.
Extensive Shopping Stretch
The main shopping street of Kappabashi stretches for approximately 800 meters, lined with hundreds of specialized stores dedicated to kitchen and restaurant supplies.
Mythical Mascot
The street's name, Kappabashi, is linked to the mythical Japanese water imp, Kappa. Statues and imagery of these creatures can be found throughout the district, often as good luck charms.
Culinary One-Stop Shop
From professional chef's knives and exquisite ceramics to industrial ovens, restaurant uniforms, and even shop signs, Kappabashi offers virtually every item imaginable for a kitchen or restaurant.
Highlights from Reviews
• wide selection
A wide variety of kitchenware is available, including knives, ceramics, utensils, and tableware.
• quality knives
Many shops offer high-quality Japanese knives, often handcrafted, making it a destination for knife enthusiasts.
• unique experience
The area offers a unique cultural experience, showcasing Japanese craftsmanship and kitchenware traditions.
• helpful staff
Helpful shop assistants provide information and guidance, particularly in knife shops, enhancing the shopping experience.
• close to Asakusa
The street's proximity to Asakusa and Sensoji Temple allows for easy integration into a broader sightseeing itinerary.