HARAJUKU

Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Harajuku is home to the youth fashion center of Japan. If Tokyo cities were to have a family, Harajuku would be the daughter to Omotesando and Aoyama and Shibuya would be it’s brother. Packed with kawaii (cute), bizarre and cutting edge shops, get yourself acquainted with the many boutique stores and cafes. Aside from fashion, Harajuku is known for one more thing...sweets! Famous for it’s crepes, cotton candies and weird looking sweets, Harajuku is the perfect place for Instagram worthy treats, or as we call it in Japan Insta-byeh worthy foods. Walk down the main Takeshita Dori Avenue to experience the true culture of Harajuku. But, don't be afraid to venture off to the side streets where you’ll find hidden gems.

While you’re in the area, be sure to check out the following:

  • Animal cafes to get greet the many different animals in Harajuku (owls, pigs and cats!)

  • Laforet for a vertical shopping complex for Japan’s youth fashion

  • The many crepe shops a long Takeshita Dori

 
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How to get there

The main road, Takeshita Street is located right outside the JR Yamanote Lines Harajuku Station.

You can also get there by the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line or Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line by getting off at Meiji-Jingumae Station which is right in front of Takeshita Street.

 
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