For a glimpse of Tokyo's fashion world, head to the Harajuku area. There are many shops with bright clothes and accessories - and more. Find out what to see in Harajuku and how to get there.
Tokyo's colorful Harajuku district is full of trendy shops and boutiques. Unusually dressed people can be found everywhere. There are many shops selling clothes and accessories. Not just shirts and dresses, but things with catchy slogans, portraits of cult musical groups and cartoon characters. Anything that allows you to create a vivid image and stand out from the crowd.
What to see in the Harajuku area
On the Tekesita Dori Street 400 meters long, full of shops for young people, and on weekends there are no crowds. Young Japanese come here to check out the latest fashions, buy second-hand clothes and grab a bite to eat at fast food stalls.
Wide Omotesando street designed for older and richer people. The scenic highway is lined with trees, which is why it is called the Champs Elysees of Tokyo. The street is open to shops of world famous brands, respectable restaurants and cafes.
In a six-story building Omotesando Hills Tokyo residents between the ages of 30 and 50 drop in for shopping. Children's shopping center Kiddy land - a real paradise for little toy lovers. Tourists do not bypass the store Daiso harajukuin which all goods sell for 100 yen. On the shelves are inexpensive clothes, office supplies, food and kitchen utensils.
The Harajuku area attracts not only fashionistas and shopaholics. One of the main temples in the city is located in the green oasis of Yoyogi - Meiji Jingu.
If you like art collections, go to admire the paintings in Ota Memorial Museum, where more than 12 thousand beautiful Japanese prints are exhibited ukiyo-e.
Another Nezu Museum introduces the treasures of Asian art and the traditional Japanese garden.
How to get there
The Harajuku area in Tokyo is located between Shinjuku and Shibuya stations on the JR Yamanote line.
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