From November 2 (Wed.), "British Week" will be held at Isetan Shinjuku Store. This is a part of the event commemorating the 130th anniversary of Isetan's founding. Under the theme of "A Stroll in Britain," the event will reintroduce famous food stores and fashion brands loved by the British people.
The "British Week" event will be held on the 6th and 7th floors of the main building. The sixth floor will feature a "PUB," a popular British pub, where 14 popular restaurants will sell their recommended food and alcoholic beverages.
Fish and chips (¥1,450) and grilled fish burger (¥681) at The Bay. Owner and chef Callum Richardson, pictured right, will also be in attendance.
Left: Craft beer from BrewDog. Right: Haggis from The Royal Scotsman. Limited to 50 items each day (¥864)
The Bay, located in Scotland, recommends fish and chips, a typical British B-meal. It is well known for its homemade tartar sauce and malt vinegar, which the British Fish & Chips Association selected as the No. 1 fish & chips dish of 2013. The rest of the restaurant offers a variety of foods that are not usually available, such as haggis, a traditional Scottish dish, craft beer, tea, and sweets.
Left: Long wallets by "Glenroyal" (left: each ¥45,360, right: each ¥47,520), right: Bespoke by "Loughner London" (from ¥113,400)
On the 6th floor, under the theme of "TEA TIME," tables and chairs from the long-established furniture maker "Arcor" and mugs commemorating Queen Elizabeth's 90th birthday from the tableware brand "Burleigh" will also be on sale. ETERNAL," focusing on British craftsmanship. Loughner London, which holds a royal warrant, will offer bespoke handbags that represent the brand. Long wallets and other items from Glenroyal are also available, offering a variety of fashion items that can be used for a long time.
Left: Mulberry bag (¥199,800), Right: Tricker's boots (¥93,960). Both are exclusive to Isetan Shinjuku.
In addition to the 6th and 7th floors, the main building and each floor of the men's building also offer a lineup of famous and limited edition items. Why not take this opportunity to experience British culture once again?
Text_Ryo Muramatsu
British Week British Exhibition
Dates: British Week November 2 (Wed) - 8 (Tue), British Exhibition November 2 (Wed) - 7 (Mon)
Venue: Isetan Shinjuku each floor (British Week), Isetan Shinjuku main building 6th and 7th floors (British Exhibition)
Hours: 10:30 - 20:00
Last order for eat-in space at the event hall is 7:30 p.m.
*Last day of the event ends at 6:00 p.m.
www.isetanguide.com/20161102/britishweek/
