FAO Schwarz is a toy store that was founded in 1862 and is headquartered in New York City. The company is known for its high-end toys and unique shopping experience, which includes a giant piano that customers can play with their feet. FAO Schwarz has been featured in several movies and TV shows, including the movie Big, in which Tom Hanks dances on the giant piano. The company has had several owners over the years and has gone through several bankruptcies, but it remains a popular destination for toy shoppers. In addition to its flagship store in New York City, FAO Schwarz has locations in several other cities around the world.