Harajuku

Harajuku (h) refers to the area around Tokyo's Harajuku Station, which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. It is the center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for adults and some historical sites of interest.

The focal point of Harajuku's teenage culture is Takeshita Dori (Takeshita Street) and its side streets, which are lined by many trendy shops, fashion boutiques, used clothes stores, crepe stands and fast food outlets geared towards the fashion and trend-conscious teens.

Just south of Takeshita Dori and over twice its length is Omotesando, a broad, tree-lined avenue sometimes referred to as Tokyo's Champs-Elysees. Here you can find famous brand name shops, cafes and restaurants for a more adult clientele. The stylish Omotesando Hills complex was opened in 2006 and targets fashion-conscious urbanites in their 30s and 40s, while Kiddy Land has hundreds of unique toys for kids of all ages.

Harajuku is not only about teenage culture and shopping. Meiji Jingu, one of Tokyo's major shrines, is located just west of the railway tracks in a large green oasis shared with the spacious Yoyogi Park. Beautiful ukiyo-e paintings are exhibited in the small Ota Memorial Museum of Art, and the Nezu Museum has an impressive collection of various Asian art as well as a traditional Japanese garden.

Famous streets

Shopping

Other attractions

Harajuku Station is a station on the JR Yamanote Line, two stations south of Shinjuku and one station north of Shibuya (150 yen from either station).

Only a short walk from Harajuku Station is the subway station Meijijingu-mae Station, which is served by the Chiyoda and Fukutoshin subway lines. At the eastern end of Omotesando is Omotesando Station, which is served by the Chiyoda, Ginza and Hanzomon subway lines.

Orientation in Tokyo

• • Mokkoan

    Budget-friendly

    Featuring free WiFi and a hot tub, Mokkoan offers accommodation in Kita Ward, Tokyo. Private parking is available on site. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. You will find a shared kitchen at the property. The guest house also offers free use of bicycles. Yokohama is 37 km from Mokkoan, while Chiba is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 24 km from Mokkoan.

    View on Booking.com

    9.9Booking.com

  • Tokyo inn Sakura An

    Mid-range

    Set in Tokyo, 200 metres from Tokyo Origami Museum and 600 metres from Komagatado, Tokyo inn Sakura An offers free bikes and air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan also offers facilities for disabled guests. The ryokan is equipped with a satellite flat-screen TV. The kitchen is fitted with an oven, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Chiisanagarasunohonno Museum, Asakusa Station and Sumida Riverside Hall. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km away.

    View on Booking.com

    9.8Booking.com

  • SOLA HOTEL

    Mid-range

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, SOLA HOTEL is located in Tokyo, 300 metres from Kamejimashogakko Memorial Park and 800 metres from Kameido Tenjin Shrine. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The aparthotel features family rooms. The aparthotel will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a microwave, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. There is also a well-fitted kitchen in some of the units equipped with an oven and toaster. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Umeyashiki Monument, Tokyo Skytree and Tobacco & Salt Museum. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 21 km away.

    View on Booking.com

    9.7Booking.com

  • hanare

    Budget-friendly

    Set in the Taito district in Tokyo, hanare offers 2-star rooms with free WiFi. The property has quiet street views and is 400 metres from Asakura Museum of Sculpture and 400 metres from Kyoouji Temple. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a concierge service for guests. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental or an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at hanare will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tokyo, like walking tours. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include The Site of Koda Rohan House, Tenno-ji Temple Gojuno Tower Remains and Tennoji Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 25 km from the property.

    View on Booking.com

    9.7Booking.com

  • No Borders Hostel

    Budget-friendly

    In the Shinagawa Ward district of Tokyo, close to Togoshi-ginza Shopping Street, No Borders Hostel features free bikes and a washing machine. Featuring a shared lounge, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 1.5 km from Meguro Fudoson Ryusen-ji Temple, 1.6 km from Yakushi-ji Tokyo Annex Temple and 1.7 km from Ohsaki New City Shopping Mall. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, kettle, and a fridge. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Anyo-in Temple, Remy Gotanda Shopping Mall and Musashi Koyama Shopping Street Palm. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 12 km away.

    View on Booking.com

    9.7Booking.com

  • Ryokan Nakadaya

    Budget-friendly

    Situated in Tokyo, within 1.5 km of Sensoji Temple and 2.2 km of Tokyo Skytree, Ryokan Nakadaya offers accommodation with a shared lounge. The property is set 3.5 km from Edo Tokyo Museum, 6 km from Marunouchi Building and 6 km from Yasukuni Shrine. Free WiFi is available. The units in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with a shared bathroom. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 19 km from the property.

    View on Booking.com

    9.7Booking.com

  • Sumida Nagaya

    Budget-friendly

    Set within 600 metres of Hatonomachidori Shopping Street and 700 metres of The Seiko Museum, Sumida Nagaya offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tokyo. With free WiFi, this 2-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and full-day security. The accommodation features luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. At the guest house, the units are fitted with a desk. The units feature a shared bathroom, slippers and bed linen. The modern restaurant at the guest house serves international cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near Sumida Nagaya include Tobu Museum, Aizome Museum and Tsukada Kobo. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km away.

    View on Booking.com

    9.7Booking.com

  • The Okura Tokyo

    Luxury

    Composed of 2 buildings, The Okura Tokyo boasts a garden and bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The accommodation features a concierge, ticket service and currency exchange for guests. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, kettle and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All guest rooms have a private bathroom with a bath, hairdryer, bidet and free toiletries. Located on 28-40 floors, Prestige Tower offers rooms with cityscape views. Guests booking room type with Club Lounge Access in Heritage Wing can enjoy Club Lounge. Spacious rooms in Heritage Wing include complimentary welcome drink, steam sauna and spa bath. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near The Okura Tokyo include Iino Hall and Conference Centre, National Diet Building and Space FS Shiodome. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International, 22 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

    View on Booking.com

    9.6Booking.com

  • Hotel Yuni Star-Club

    Mid-range

    Located within 1.3 km of Sotobori Park and 1.1 km of Museum of Science Tokyo University of Science, Hotel Yuni Star-Club provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Tokyo. The property is situated 1.4 km from Shinjuku Historical Museum, 1.4 km from Kosho-ji Temple and 1.2 km from Nanzo-in Temple. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from Kagurazaka Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Hotel Yuni Star-Club also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a city view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near Hotel Yuni Star-Club include Rentaro Taki Residence Mark Monument, Ichigaya Kinenkan and Shimmichi Shopping Street. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 23 km away.

    View on Booking.com

    9.6Booking.com

  • Kaminarimon Ryokan

    Luxury

    Ideally set in the centre of Tokyo, Kaminarimon Ryokan offers Asian breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. Popular points of interest nearby include Hozomon Gate, Nitenmon Gate and Asakusa ROX Shopping Center. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Asakusa Public Hall. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms also feature a terrace and others also feature city views. At Kaminarimon Ryokan, the rooms include a seating area. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Japanese, and guests are invited to request information on the area when needed. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Drum Museum, Komagatado and Asakusa Station. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km from the property.

    View on Booking.com

    9.6Booking.com

• • Udatsu Sushi

    Sushi

    Awarded One Star in 2024 - People from around the world visit to experience Mr. Udatsu's sushi. Inside the restaurant, which resembles an art gallery with its modern decor and numerous artworks, guests can enjoy sushi crafted from the highest quality ingredients. While the foundation is traditional nigiri, the menu also features original creations born from the chef's relentless curiosity and innovation.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Waketokuyama

    Japanese (Kaiseki)

    Awarded One Star in 2025 - With a meticulous focus on allowing guests to enjoy seasonal ingredients at their peak, the menu changes approximately every two weeks. The signature dish, "Grilled Abalone with Seaweed Aroma," features thick slices of abalone generously coated in a rich liver sauce, offering an exquisite taste of the sea.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Fry-ya

    Tonkatsu

    Exquisite fried dishes crafted by a head chef with experience earning stars in both Switzerland and Japan. The remarkably light tonkatsu is a favorite not only among Japanese diners but also among visitors to Japan. With the theme of "small portions, many varieties," guests can enjoy sampling a wide selection of tonkatsu in smaller portions.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • TEMPURA & WINE SHINO

    Tempura

    The kind of restaurant that is known only to true gourmets, serving as a sort of "Hidden gem". In a chic space with black walls and a ceiling adorned in gold, you can enjoy tempura with a light and elegant texture, delicately fried using refined techniques to achieve a thin, white batter that minimizes the aroma of oil. Savor tempura that maximizes the flavors of the ingredients, paired with Champagne and Burgundy wines carefully selected by the sommelier.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Hikarimono

    Sushi

    With a prime location and quality that rivals high-end sushi restaurants, this restaurant maintains the goal of being a place for everyday dining. It offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere, free from stiffness or formality. The signature "Hikari-maki," featuring ingredients such as sardines, pickled plum, and bettarazuke (sweet pickled radish), boasts unique flavors that are especially popular among international visitors.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Daikanyama Issai Kassai

    Japanese (Izakaya)

    The owner, Shinji Odahara, boasts a 30-year career in Japanese cuisine and has the remarkable achievement of opening a Japanese restaurant in New York that earned a star. Guests can enjoy exquisite charcoal-grilled meat dishes and rice cooked in a clay pot, all within a modern interior with dim lighting that sparks adult curiosity.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Sudachi

    Japanese (Kaiseki)

    You can enjoy dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients, transcending the traditional boundaries of Japanese cuisine. While rooted in the traditions of Japanese cooking, the menu features unique offerings such as dishes incorporating shark fin - rarely seen in Japanese cuisine - and sushi that reflects the chef's background in sushi restaurants. At the open kitchen counter, where the lively atmosphere comes alive, you can savor the culinary creations with all five senses.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Torinao

    Yakitori

    In a relaxed and serene atmosphere, you can enjoy exquisite yakitori made with "Koshu Kenmidori" chicken, grilled to perfection over Kishu Binchotan charcoal for a delightful aroma. The tender and fluffy tsukune (chicken meatball) is particularly popular for its juicy flavor. Additionally, the carefully selected Japanese sake, chosen by the owner, pairs wonderfully with the yakitori.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Ichiu

    Sushi

    Chef Hamano is renowned for his experience training at three different two-star restaurants. In addition to sushi, he has honed his skills in Japanese cuisine at the esteemed Akasaka Kikunoi, giving him a strong foundation in traditional Japanese culinary techniques. When it comes to nigiri, he is meticulous not only about the toppings but also the rice. He uses a premium rice variety from Akita, enhanced with two types of red vinegar and plum vinegar to create a refreshing flavor.

    View on JapanEatinerary

  • Yakiniku Onuki

    Yakiniku

    The restaurant is proud of its "Tare Yakiniku" (grilled meat with sauce), which is made from Japanese black beef that has inherited the "excellent sauce" from the main restaurant, and is so tender that it melts in your mouth.The beef tongue is also superb. The thickly cut beef tongue is very difficult to grill, so the waiter grills it and serves it to you. Enjoy a blissful moment with wine that pairs well with the meat.

    View on JapanEatinerary

• • Asakusa Kimono&Yukata Rental at Kimono Miyabi Asakusa in Main Branch

    ¥2,800

    ★★★★★

    2278

    **Klook Exclusive Free Next Day Return! Limited Time Only!** Show this message and return your Kimono the next day for FREE for rental during Sep 15 - Dec 15, 2023. Exclusions applied to Formal Kimono Furisode and Homongi. See What to Expect for more details

    View on Klook

  • Sushi Making Tokyo No1 Cooking Class in Japan

    ¥9,000

    ★★★★★

    809

    You can learn how to make **Maki-Sushi (Roll-Sushi) & Temari-Sushi** or **Maki-Sushi (Roll-Sushi) & Nigiri Sushi**

    View on Klook

  • Crafting Your Own Unique Edo Kiriko Glass in Asakusa at Sokichi

    ¥4,538

    ★★★★★

    140

    Experience the time-honored traditional craft of Edo Kiriko, which has continued since the Edo period first-hand.

    View on Klook

  • Original Glass Making Experience (Tokyo)

    ¥2,970

    ★★★★★

    139

    You can make your own original work by digging the glass as if you were writing with a pen.

    View on Klook

  • Tokyo City, Private Customized Day Trip with English-speaking Driver

    ¥47,000

    ★★★★★

    39

    Explore Tokyo with an English-speaking chauffeur and immerse yourself in a city that seamlessly blends modernity with its rich traditional culture

    View on Klook

  • Fancy Kimono Dress up and Photoshoot in Tokyo

    ¥35,000

    ★★★★★

    11

    Minina will give you a fabulous memorial of a Trip to Tokyo and change you whatever you want to be

    View on Klook

  • Tokyo Asakusa Kimono&Yukata Rental at Kimono Miyabi Asakusa Station

    ¥2,800

    ★★★★★

    6576

    Enjoy visiting Asakusa or Ueno while wearing a Japanese traditional kimono by Kimono Miyabi

    View on Klook

  • Tokyo Asakusa Kimono & Furisode Rental Experience

    ¥2,800

    ★★★★★

    6268

    Take the subway to Asakusa Station (Ginza Line) Exit 4 and walk for 20 seconds. It is 220 meters away from Sensoji Kaminarimon Gate. The location is perfect!

    View on Klook

  • Asakusa Kimono Rental Experience at a Historic Japanese Shop

    ¥6,600

    ★★★★★

    605

    Visit Yae in Asakusa, Tokyo and get to experience Japanese culture through clothing by renting a kimono/yukata

    View on Klook