Abstract: In an automotive mirror using an electrochromic element, the electrochromic element comprises a first electrode made of a transparent conductive layer laminated on a substantially rectangular glass substrate, two EC (electrochromic) layers disposed opposing each other with a solid electrolyte layer placed between them, a second electrode made of a reflective metal film and an insulative/protective layer disposed outside the second electrode. There are formed on the first electrode longitudinally and laterally in positions off the adjoining EC layer, strip-shaped metal films considerably superior in conductivity to the first electrode.