COREDO Muromachi Terrace is a new shopping facility set to open on September 27, 2019. Connected directly to Mitsukoshimae Station via the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Tokyo Metro Hanzōmon Line, like its neighbouring facilities COREDO Muromachi 1, 2 and 3, it is set to incorporate the halcyon days of Japanese culture while hailing as the latest must-visit spot delivering the charm and appeal of Nihonbashi.
The facility has been gathering stark attention in the run up to its grand opening, so we have compiled a list of store and restaurant chains setting up shop in the Kanto region for the first time, and products exclusive to COREDO Muromachi Terrace.
Hakata NEW COMATSU (Floor B1F)
With its at-the-counter-seat style setup, Hakata NEW COMATSU sets foot in Japan’s Kanto region for the very first time, ready to serve up a gorgeous menu made with ingredients from Kyushu. Whether it’s lunch, dinner or just a little drink, their menu line-up caters to the needs of all of its customers.
Agodashi Kyushu Soy Sauce Motsunabe – ¥1,380 (Before Tax)
Motsunabe is a staple hot pot dish of Hakata. The deep-fried tofu is filled with yuzukoshō―a seasoning made from chili peppers, yuzu peel and salt―for a refreshing kick.
Hakata Chicken Skin Skewers With Sansho Black Pepper – ¥165 Each (Before Tax)
The people of Tokyo will now get to enjoy Hakata NEW COMATSU’s most popular menu item: chicken skin skewers, seasoned with soy sauce and sansho black pepper
Dashi Inari Kaiboku (Floor 1F)
Kaiboku is a restaurant located along Watanabedori in the city of Fukuoka. This one too is set to take a spot in Kanto for the first time, serving freshly-made dashi inari sushi.
You can order them for takeout, including sets of 4 (¥1,296) and 8 (¥2,592). Or you can sit at the stylish counter seats and order the set of 2 with miso soup (¥1,296).
Dashi-soaked inari sushi is fluffy and has a completely different texture to Kanto-style inari.
Ferme La Terre Biei (Floor 1F)
This will be the first branch of Ferme La Terre Biei outside Hokkaido. Everyday, the bakery cooks up over 100 different types of bread, with over 30 different types of wheat flour used.
Hokkaido Jersey Milk Loaf – ¥600 (Before Tax)
Made with milk from Jersey cattle, Biei’s popular Jersey Milk Loaf has been made even more delicious, and feels extremely soft and fluffy from the moment you take it in your hands.
Hokkaido Butter Croissants – ¥1,000 (Before Tax)
Biei’s beautiful and buttery croissants are made over the course of 3 days, resulting in a crunchy texture and a lusciously buttery flavour.
Hokkaido Matured Cheese Bread – ¥450 (Before Tax)
The cheese bread is made with fresh mascarpone cheese and cream cheese, both from Hokkaido. It’s also rounded in the shape of a cheese wheel.
Butter Cheese Sandwiches – ¥300 Each (Before Tax)
These butter cheese sandwiches are carefully handmade one by one by Biei’s expert bakers. They are layers of thin, crunchy sablé biscuits and cream. They sell them individually and in sets, so they would make as great gifts.
Gino Sorbillo Artista Pizza Napoletana (Floor 1F)
With a history spanning over 80 years, immensely popular pizzeria Gino Sorbillo arrives in Japan for the very first time.
Margherita – ¥1,180 (Before Tax)
The margherita pizza is loaded with organic ingredients, made classically with tomato sauce, oregano, garlic, olive oil and basil. The pizza dough is cooked thin so it’s nice and easy to eat.
Minamiaso Tea House (Floor 1F)
Established in the village of Minamiaso in Kumamoto, Minamiaso Tea House is a herbal tea house arriving in Tokyo for the very first time. The cafe creates their own original tea blends made from herbs grown by the cafe themselves and others carefully selected from around the world.
Limited Edition First-Pick Lemongrass (50g) – ¥1,620 (Tax Included)
Their lemongrass is a seasonal exclusive, with each bag made up of only the best first-picks. Once all bags have been sold, it will discontinue, so you’ll want to get in there quick! Perfect for tea time, eliminating strong odours from fish when cooking, and many other things.
365 DAYS HERB (180g) – ¥1,944 (Tax Included)
This is one of the shop’s most popular products. It uses Rooibos as the base blended with lemongrass, rose hip which is known for its beautifying effects, and peach leaves. It’s a flavour that even those not familiar with herbs can enjoy.
ISHIYA (Floor 1F)
Ishiya Co., Ltd., a confectionery maker which is known for its Shiroi Koibito cookies, is setting up its ISHIYA cafe outside Hokkaido for the first time.
Parfait Nihonshu – ¥1,600 (Tax Included)
This parfait is exclusive to the new Nihonbashi branch, made with Japanese sake and cotton candy. It comes with a side of honey and matcha pudding for an amalgamation of flavours.
Saqu LANGUE DE CHAT (12 Included) – From ¥1,296
Packaged in six different flavours, their Language de Chat biscuits are crunchy and melt in your mouth. Their packaging is cute too, making them perfect gifts!
Did you enjoy our picks? There are countless other restaurants and shops to look forward too when COREDO Muromachi Terrace opens its doors on September 27.
Information
COREDO Muromachi Terrace
Address: 3-2-1 Nihonbashimuromachi, Chuo Ward, Tokyo
Grand Opening: September 27, 2019
Official Website: https://www.nihonbashi-tokyo.jp/muromachiterrace/
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