Where Tradition Meets Rebellion: A Harajuku Self-Guided Tour

You'll see the entrance to Takeshita Dori, Harajuku's home to Kawaii style! We'll be taking a small side street onto Brahm's Path, so if you'd like to visit another time. It's super busy!

The striking, stacked architecture and billboard displays of Laforet Harajuku immediately stand out. Since opening in 1978, this building, located right at the crucial intersection of Omotesando and Meiji-dori, has served as a pivotal fashion incubator for the entire district. Laforet also cemented its international counter-culture ties through tenants like British designer Vivienne Westwood. The presence of the "Mother of Punk" underscored how the Japanese street scene embraced global anti-establishment aesthetics, cementing Laforet's status as the most iconic landmark of the Harajuku fashion scene.

Tokyu Plaza Omotesando "OMOKADO" is a major multi-level shopping complex located at the intersection of Omotesando and Meiji Streets in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, often described as a "fashion theme park." The kaleidoscopic Mirror Entrance is great for photography!

The Design Festa Gallery is an art village in Harajuku, Tokyo, decorated with colorful murals. It serves as a creative space that hosts diverse contemporary work by local and international artists, making it a vibrant and eclectic spot to experience unique art. The gallery is typically open daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

The Lewis Leathers Tokyo store is the official, direct-operated Japanese flagship location for the iconic 1892 British motorcycle clothing brand, offering a full range of products, including custom leather jackets. Situated in the Harajuku area of Shibuya, the store is open daily from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

The Japan Olympic Museum, located near the National Stadium in Tokyo, is a modern, interactive facility dedicated to exploring the history and spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. It features exhibits that highlight Japan's pivotal role as a host nation and allows visitors to compare their physical abilities with those of world-class athletes.

The tour ends at Meiji Park.