The Marunouchi and Nihonbashi areas represent Tokyo's primary financial and business hub, while also blending a rich historical heritage with modern sophistication. Marunouchi, located adjacent to Tokyo Station, is characterized by its wide avenues, modern skyscrapers, and high-end brand stores. It hosts the headquarters of many major Japanese corporations, bustling with suited business professionals during the day. However, the area is meticulously planned, featuring numerous stylish restaurants, cafes, and art installations, particularly along the tree-lined Marunouchi Naka-dori avenue, which offers an elegant shopping and dining environment. The red-brick facade of Tokyo Station (Marunouchi side) is itself a significant historical landmark. The Imperial Palace is also nearby, with its East Garden open to the public, providing an oasis in the city. Nihonbashi, conversely, possesses a stronger historical feel. It was the starting point of the five major roads (Gokaido) during the Edo period, and the Nihonbashi Bridge itself is historic, bearing the "Kilometer Zero" marker for Japan's national highway network. The area retains long-established department stores (like Mitsukoshi and Takashimaya) and traditional shops that have witnessed Tokyo's commercial evolution. In recent years, Nihonbashi has also undergone redevelopment, with new facilities like COREDO Muromachi integrating tradition and modernity, offering shopping, dining, and cultural experiences (cinemas, traditional craft shops). Overall, this district presents a mature, orderly, and refined atmosphere, suitable for business travelers, history enthusiasts, and those seeking upscale shopping and dining experiences.