Harajuku Travel Guide

Tokyo

Harajuku which includes skyline, signage and street scenes
Harajuku which includes cycling and a city
Harajuku
Harajuku showing night scenes, signage and street scenes
Harajuku which includes signage, outdoor art 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 neighbourhood where teenagers go to hang out and strut their street style. The neighbourhood 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 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 Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,583 reviews)
"A nice hotel in the centre of an entertainment district. It’s also close to a main train station with great links to other parts of the city."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
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 ₹6,924 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹6,924
₹7,877 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,357 reviews)
"Excellent hotel connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3 and Airport Garden. Prompt and efficient service by well-trained, professional staff."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹16,258 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹16,258
₹20,209 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,187 reviews)
"Maybe a little far away from CBD"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
4 out of 5
2-14-5 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Fully refundable
The price is ₹7,922 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹7,922
₹8,714 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,336 reviews)
Good stay
"Good hotel , room was small but this is standard for Japan. Room was clean with amenities topped up daily. Staff were all very friendly. 10 min walk from Shinjuku station, retail and dining"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
4 out of 5
3-10-8 Iidabashi, Chiyoda Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹11,705 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹11,705
₹14,549 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,804 reviews)
"Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay
Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay
3.5 out of 5
1-1-1 Hinode, Urayasu, Chiba-ken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,195 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹7,195
₹8,089 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Urayasu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,694 reviews)
"the pkace is AWESOME! If the highest rating is 10 I will give them 11. Shuttle from hotel to Disney is very helpful. The staffs are friendly & the room is very clean. I will book again in the future."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Hotel Emion Tokyo Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Harajuku

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Shibuya

4.5/5(101 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.

Shibuya
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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka
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Roppongi

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers choose Roppongi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Roppongi Station or Roppongi-itchome Station and check out top sights like Izumo Shrine Tokyobunshi.

Roppongi
Shinjuku showing night scenes, a city and nightlife

Shinjuku

4.5/5(477 area reviews)

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

Shinjuku
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Minato

4.5/5(71 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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Shinbashi

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Shinbashi. Make a stop by SL Square or Karasumori Shrine while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uchisaiwaicho Station to get around town.

Shinbashi

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