Harajuku

Tokyo

Harajuku which includes a city, skyline and street scenes
Harajuku which includes a city and cycling
Harajuku
Harajuku which includes night scenes, signage and a city
Harajuku featuring outdoor art, street scenes 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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Top hotels in Harajuku

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 P5,184 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P5,184
P5,819 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,962 reviews)
"Amazing location to stay at for a few days when you first arrive to Tokyo or before you leave. Has everything you need,easy access to the train,airport, buses, shopping,resraurants, amazing japanese onsen spa on the rooftop of the hotel. I had a great experience here!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,755 reviews)
"Loved this place"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P3,853 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P3,853
P4,663 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,061 reviews)
Nice stay in Shinjuku
"I would stay here again, although the room felt more like a dorm room, the bed was comfortable (I didn’t like the pillow though), the location was convenient, there were lots of food options and a couple of convenience stores in the hotel and the staff was nice. Although there is a train entrance ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier

Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier

4.5 out of 5
11-3, Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P9,061 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P9,061
P9,967 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,216 reviews)
"Pleasant stay!!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P10,653 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P10,653
P13,242 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,475 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, breakfast is delicious lots of options, near to the subway station. The hotel staff are friendly and nice. The rooms are updated and big. I highly recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Hotel Niwa Tokyo

Hotel Niwa Tokyo

4 out of 5
1-1-16 Kandamisaki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P8,001 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P8,001
P9,682 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,078 reviews)
"I am planning a trip back, and I will be staying here. This hotel was beautiful and had excellent amenities. My stay was a 10/10, and I'm so excited to return."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Harajuku

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Shibuya

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

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Akasaka

4/5(4 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Tokyo Midtown while getting to know Akasaka, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station to see more of the area.

Akasaka
Roppongi which includes street scenes, night scenes and a city

Roppongi

4/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to National Art Center, Tokyo and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Roppongi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Roppongi Station or Roppongi-itchome Station.

Roppongi
Shinjuku featuring night scenes, nightlife and street scenes

Shinjuku

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

Shinjuku
Shinjuku featuring a city

Kabukicho

Kabukicho is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Samurai Museum and Shinjuku Subnade.

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Minato

5/5(2 area reviews)

Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Bay are top sights in Minato, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sengakuji Station or Shirokane-takanawa Station to see more sights in the area.

Minato

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