Nippori Fabric Town: A Textile Paradise
Explore Tokyo's vibrant Nippori Fabric Town: a textile paradise with 90+ shops offering fabrics, leather, buttons, and sewing accessories for every creator.
Nippori Fabric Town is a vibrant district in Tokyo, home to around 90 fabric and sewing-related shops. A haven for hobbyists and professionals alike, it offers a vast selection of textiles, leather, buttons, and accessories at reasonable prices, making it a must-visit for anyone passionate about crafting and design.
A brief summary to NIPPORI FABRIC TOWN
- Higashinippori, 5 Chome−34−8 やまよ1号店内, Arakawa City, 5 Chome Higashinippori, Tokyo, 116-0014, JP
- Visit website
Local tips
- Grab a free English map from one of the stores to navigate the vast array of shops and find specific items.
- Visit on a weekday to avoid weekend crowds and have a more relaxed shopping experience.
- Check out Tomato's main store for a wide selection of fabrics at affordable prices; be sure to pay on the floor where you make your purchase.
- Explore the smaller alleys (Ura-Nippori and Oku-Nippori) for unique and hidden shops with specialized materials.
- Bring cash, as some smaller shops may not accept credit cards.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Nippori Station (JR Yamanote Line, JR Joban Line, JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, Keisei Line, Nippori-Toneri Liner), take the South Exit. The fabric town is a 3-minute walk from the station. Exit the station, head right at the first Y intersection, then left at the following T junction. Walk straight, past the MOS Burger, and turn right onto Nippori Chuo-dori street. Cross the street and continue straight; you'll soon arrive in Nippori Fabric Town. Subway fares in Tokyo typically range from ¥180-¥330 depending on the distance. A Tokyo Subway Ticket can be purchased for unlimited travel.
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Walking
From Ueno Station, it's approximately a 30-minute (2.5 km) walk to Nippori Fabric Town. Head north-east. Walk along the main road, passing Ueno Park on your left. Continue until you reach Nippori Station. Follow the 'Public Transport' directions from Nippori Station's South Exit to reach the fabric town.
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Taxi
From Ueno Station, a taxi ride to Nippori Fabric Town takes about 4 minutes and costs between ¥2,000 and ¥2,600. Taxis charge a flat rate of ¥730 for the first 1-2 kilometers, with an additional ¥280 for each 280 meters traveled. Note that there may be extra charges.
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