{"id":1234,"date":"2019-07-22T22:13:44","date_gmt":"2019-07-22T22:13:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uenostation.com\/?page_id=1234"},"modified":"2019-07-24T14:29:23","modified_gmt":"2019-07-24T14:29:23","slug":"ecute-shopping-dining-in-jr-ueno-station","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.uenostation.com\/ecute-shopping-dining-in-jr-ueno-station\/","title":{"rendered":"Ecute \u2013 Shopping & Dining in JR Ueno Station"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ecute is one of two shopping centers at JR Ueno Station. While Atr\u00e9<\/a> is located outside the ticket gates, Ecute is located inside the ticket gates and on the 3rd floor of the station building. Ecute has a wide range of shopping and dining facilities and is a good place to spend some time before you board your train. It is also a handy spot to buy last-minute souvenirs, bento lunch boxes for your journey, or to have a quick meal before you go. Here are some shops and restaurants to look out for.<\/p>\n

\"Ecute

Ecute is located on the 3rd floor of JR Ueno Station<\/p><\/div><\/p>\n

Shopping<\/h2>\n

Books, fast fashion, sweets, and gift shops are just some of the goods on sale at Ecute shopping center. Here are the highlights.<\/p>\n

\"Book

Book Express<\/p><\/div>\n

Book Express<\/h3>\n

This is a large bookstore which has an English language books section. If you want something to find something to read before your journey, this is the place to come.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 7.30 \u2013 23.30
\nSundays & Holidays: 7.30 \u2013 22.00<\/p>\n

\"Kinokuniya

Kinokuniya Entr\u00e9e supermarket<\/p><\/div>\n

Kinokuniya Entr\u00e9e<\/h3>\n

Kinokuniya Entr\u00e9e is a specialty supermarket and delicatessen selling quality cheeses, bread, wine, cookies, and other luxury foods.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 7.00 \u2013 23.00
\nSundays & Holidays: 7.00 \u2013 22.30<\/p>\n

\"Uniqlo

Uniqlo at Ecute JR Ueno Station<\/p><\/div>\n

Uniqlo<\/h3>\n

Uniqlo is famous worldwide for its casual and affordable clothing with something to suit all ages, sizes and genders. <\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 8.00 \u2013 22.00
\nSundays & Holidays: 8.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Angers

Angers Bureau<\/p><\/div>\n

Angers Bureau<\/h3>\n

Angers Bureau is a luxury stationary and variety goods store with an emphasis on style. Here you can find fine quality writing materials, leather-bound books, accessories, cameras, and watches. It\u2019s a good place to look for a unique gift for someone special.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 8.00 \u2013 22.00
\nSundays & Holidays: 8.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Plame

Plame Collome<\/p><\/div>\n

Plame Collome<\/h3>\n

Plame Collome is a fashion boutique selling a variety of cute and casual apparel and accessories for ladies.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 8.00 \u2013 22.00
\nSundays & Holidays: 8.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Jins

Jins Brain Lab<\/p><\/div>\n

Jins Brain Lab<\/h3>\n

Jins Brain Lab is a glasses shop. This particular store has a high-tech AI mirror to help you choose the most suitable frames for your face.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong> 10.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Scotch

Scotch Grain<\/p><\/div>\n

Scotch Grain<\/h3>\n

Scotch Grain sells high-grade men\u2019s shoes made from top-quality leather and utilizing advanced Japanese technology.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong> 10.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Mister

Mister Minit<\/p><\/div>\n

Mister Minit<\/h3>\n

Mister Minit is a store specializing in prompt but effective shoe repair and care, key cutting, and watch repairs. They also have a 5 minute shoe polishing service which costs just 500 yen.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong> 10.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Aoyama

Aoyama Flower Market at Ecute JR Ueno Station<\/p><\/div>\n

Aoyama Flower Market<\/h3>\n

Brighten up someone\u2019s day with a specially prepared bouquet of seasonal flowers from these professional florists.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 8.00 \u2013 22.00
\nSundays & Holidays: 8.00 \u2013 21.30<\/p>\n

\"Quatre

Quatre patesserie<\/p><\/div>\n

Quatre<\/h3>\n

Quatre is a popular French patisserie selling all kinds of baked sweets, chocolates, and cakes.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 8.00 \u2013 22.00
\nFridays: 8.00 \u2013 22.30
\nSundays & Holidays: 8.00 \u2013 21.00<\/p>\n

\"Shopping

Shopping for souvenirs in the mini-market<\/p><\/div>\n

Mini-Market
\nThere is a mini-market inside Ecute which has a lot of different stalls selling bento lunch boxes, all kinds of confectionery, and other edible souvenirs.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 8.00 \u2013 22.00
\nFridays: 8.00 \u2013 22.30
\nSundays & Holidays: 8.00 \u2013 21.00<\/p>\n

Dining<\/h2>\n

Ecute has a great variety of cafes and restaurants where you can get a quick meal before you catch your train. Here is a small selection to whet your appetite.<\/p>\n

\"Humming

Humming Cafe<\/p><\/div>\n

Humming Caf\u00e9<\/h3>\n

This caf\u00e9 has a great range of light but appetizing meals, desserts, soft drinks, smoothies, and ice creams. It\u2019s a great spot for breakfast, with a great variety of morning sets which include the classic bacon and eggs, French toast, or a healthy soup and salad.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 6.30 \u2013 22.30 (Last orders: 22.00)
\nSundays & Holidays: 6.30 \u2013 21.30 (Last orders: 21.00)<\/p>\n

\"Soup

Soup Stock Tokyo<\/p><\/div>\n

Soup Stock Tokyo<\/h3>\n

Soup Stock Tokyo is a soup specialty store selling delicious and healthy fast food made from quality ingredients. Soups can be had hot or cold and can be enjoyed with bread or rice. There are also some light meals such as curry, or salad available, as well as desserts.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 6.30 \u2013 22.30
\nSundays & Holidays: 6.30 \u2013 21.30 (Last orders: 21.00) <\/p>\n

\"Curry

Curry & Caf\u00e9 Sitaara Diner<\/p><\/div>\n

Curry & Caf\u00e9 Sitaara Diner<\/h3>\n

Sitaara Diner is a friendly Indian restaurant and deli where you can enjoy a tasty curry or order a takeout to take home. <\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 7.00 \u2013 22.30 (Last orders: 22.00)
\nSundays & Holidays: 7.00 \u2013 21.30 (21.00)<\/p>\n

\"Upcaf\u00e9\"

Upcaf\u00e9<\/p><\/div>\n

Upcaf\u00e9<\/h3>\n

This is an old-fashioned but comfortable Japanese caf\u00e9 serving simple sandwiches, cakes, coffee, and panda-faced cappuccinos.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 6.30 \u2013 23.00 (Last orders: 22.30\uff09
\nSundays & Holidays: 6.30 \u2013 22.30 (Last orders: 22.00)<\/p>\n

\"Highballs

Highballs Ueno Station<\/p><\/div>\n

Highballs Ueno Station<\/h3>\n

Whisky highball cocktails are the specialty drink at this casual bar and diner, but draft beer is also available. The food menu features a variety of light appetizers, pizza, sausages, and fried chicken.<\/p>\n

Opening Hours:<\/strong>
\nMonday \u2013 Saturday: 7.00 \u2013 23.00 (Last orders: 22.30\uff09
\nSundays & Holidays: 7.00 \u2013 22.30 (Last orders: 22.00)<\/p>\n

Article and original photos by Michael Lambe. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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