Harajuku

Tokyo
Harajuku which includes modern architecture and a city
This Tokyo suburb is the long-standing center of Tokyo’s youth and cosplay culture and the place to shop, snack, people-watch and glimpse the future of fashion.

Harajuku is best known as the neighborhood where teenagers go to hang out and strut their street style. The neighborhood offers an enormous range of shops that cater for the conventional to the adventurous. Walk along the streets to glimpse the future of fashion.

The general principle of Harajuku style is to wear whatever you believe looks good, without worrying about what other people might think. Notice teenagers combining clothing styles in unique ways, with inspirations ranging from gothic to punk, steampunk and rockabilly. 

Many of Harajuku’s most interesting shops are clustered along Takeshita Street and its side streets. Wander down this narrow street, which is always buzzing with trendy teens and tourists browsing the mix of used clothing stores, boutiques and fast-food shops.

Take a snack break and sample Japanese crêpes at the well-known Marion Crêpes. In contrast to French crêpes, Japanese crêpes are usually filled with fresh ingredients, such as fruit, and wrapped into a cone, making them an easy on-the-go food.  

South of Takeshita Street, find Omotesando, which is often described as Tokyo’s Champs-Élysées. In contrast to teenager-focused Takeshita Street, this upmarket street targets a slightly older crowd. Browse through its high-end boutiques, cafés and designer stores, including one of the world’s largest Louis Vuitton stores.

Check out the budget-friendly items for sale at the massive Daiso Harajuku 100 Yen Shop, which sells everything from kitchenware to stationery. Despite the very low “dollar-store” prices, Japanese 100 yen shops are known for offering surprisingly high-quality products. 

Don’t miss the Oriental Bazaar, one of Tokyo’s largest souvenir shops. This three-floor emporium is a popular place for international visitors to pick up kimonos, furniture, samurai-related collectibles, dolls and other traditional Japanese products.

Visit Harajuku on Sundays when teenagers gather around Harajuku Station to enjoy “cosplay,” dressing up as characters from anime, comic books, films or video games. Find Harajuku Station on the Yamanote train line, between Shinjuku and Shibuya stations.


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APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,348 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
P3,348
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,684 reviews)
"LOVED everything about this hotel. Checkin was super easy and the staff were super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was amazing. The room was nice, clean with a nice view. My husband used the ONSEN and liked it a lot. So many good restaurants around and walking distance to the train station, We ..."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

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Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P9,578 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
P9,578
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17 Apr - 18 Apr
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,283 reviews)
a little small but nice.
"nice location (LOTS of activity around the hotel) the rooms are pretty small, or at least the one we had was. best to pick a different place (or get a larger room) if you have lots of luggage. otherwise you have to get pretty creative where you put it."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

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Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
3 out of 5
2-3-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P10,454 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
P10,454
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25 Apr - 26 Apr
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)
"I have been staying at this property for over 10 years when I come to Japan. It’s my favorite property because the property is conveniently located amongst great transportation and shopping. I had a quite disturbing experience when I was lining up at the front desk to ask about their takkyubin services. ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

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Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
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3.5 out of 5
1-2-2 Kinshi, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P6,325 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
P6,325
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25 Apr - 26 Apr
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,506 reviews)
Totally recommend
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Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P11,387 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P11,387
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21 Apr - 22 Apr
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (910 reviews)
"The property was located close to the train for easy travel, very clean and enjoyable stay"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

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Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P9,951 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
P9,951
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8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,055 reviews)
"The facility exceeded our expectations, staff were really friendly and the rooms were very nice. It’s very convenient and accessible, loved it."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
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