Harajuku

Tokyo Harajuku | Center of Teenage Pop Culture

There is more to Harajuku than just teenage culture and shopping. Harajuku is the center of Japan's most extreme cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for adults and some historic sites. The Meiji Shrine, one of Tokyo's major shrines, is just west of the railway tracks from Harajuku station. Next to the shrine is the lovely Yoyogi Park, a spacious public park to relax and enjoy nature. There's also the Ota Memorial Museum of Art that displays stunning ukiyo-e paintings and other works of art. Desserts & Snacks in Harajuku: "Recommended Desserts & Restaurants"
Clothing & Souvenir Shopping in Harajuku: "Recommended Souvenir Stores & Shopping"

Omotesando & Kawaii Takeshita Street

There are also a plethora of shops, cafes and restaurants for all ages are found along Omotesando, a broad, tree lined avenue, sometimes referred to as Tokyo's Champs-Elysees right next to Harajuku. Omotesando Hills, a recently opened shopping complex along the avenue, has been attracting particularly lots of attention. While Omotesando is filled with higher-end brands, there's also the popular Takeshita Street which showcases the colorful and wild fashions of Harajuku. If you've ever seen someone in crazy colors and unique clothes, chances are they found it at a store along Takeshita Dori. The street is also famous for crepes, cakes, and candies that look and taste amazing. Interested in the Desserts & Sweets of Harajuku? Check out our Takeshita Street "Recommended Desserts & Restaurants" page for a brief list on the best desserts around Takeshita Dori, Omotesando, & Harajuku.

Unique Japanese Harajuku Fashion & Shopping

Not sure where to shop while exploring Japan's fashion capital? Check out our Omotesando "Recommended Shopping" page for a brief list on the best-rated stores and can't miss souvenir shops frequented by the locals hanging out in Takeshita Dori, Omotesando, & Harajuku. Visit the most popular pop-fashion area in Tokyo by joining Japan Deluxe Tours on our best-selling Cherry Blossom Japan Tours or Anime Japan Tour vacation packages available Spring and Year-round to explore this electrifying area. Enjoy shopping in the country's fashion capital where the trendiest styles and extra-kawaii crazy colors of Harajuku are waiting for you.

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