Where Tradition Meets Rebellion: A Harajuku Self-Guided Tour
Tokyo is unparalleled in its fusion of traditional Japanese culture and bold fashion. On this walking tour through Harajuku, you’ll find out how this district went from a quiet village with waterwheels, to becoming the epicenter of Japan’s youth culture and street fashion. You’ll experience the vi
📍Meeting point: This tour starts at Town Corner Garden. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading."
What To Expect
Stop 1
Pass byYou'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!
Stop 2
Pass byThe 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.
Stop 3
Pass byTokyu 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!
Stop 4
Pass byThe 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.
Stop 5
Pass byThe 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
Stop 6
Pass byThe 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.
Stop 7
Pass byThe tour ends at Meiji Park.
What’s Included
- ✓Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- ✓App for Android and iOS
- ✓Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- ✓Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Smartphone and headphones
- ✗Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- ✗Food and drink
- ✗Transportation
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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