Takeshita Street
Takeshita Street
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This popular street in Harajuku is known for wacky, youth-driven shops selling colorful and crazy clothes and accessories. It's also a paradise for sweets-lovers - don't miss the fluffy, sugary crepes.
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Neighbourhood: Shibuya / Harajuku / Ebisu
There are countless opportunities to shop in the Shibuya and Harajuku districts, especially in shops that focus on Japan's "Kawaii" culture. The trendiest areas are around Shibuya’s Center district, Harajuku's Takeshita-dori and in Omotesando. If you need to recharge from all the shopping, you can easily refresh yourself in Meiji Jingu or Sasaki Park. In contrast, Ebisu has a more grown up ambiance of calm and cool. At the Museum of Yebisu Beer you can learn about the beer that was responsible for the town’s name, and enjoy dining at the popular noodle shops in the surrounding area.
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- Wood77Los Angeles, California3,505 contributionsJapanese pop culture sceneAround Tokyo's Harajuku Station is Harajuku where you will find the Japanese teenage pop culture and fashions. We entered at the begin of Takeshita Street. It’s a place to see people and people want to be seen. There were many fast food where teens hang out. Lots of crepe stands where we tried assorted crepes. Spotted a skilled dog walker walking 22 dogs simultaneously.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 18, 2024
- Too Poor 2Baltimore, Maryland333 contributionsTakeshita Street TokyoThis is one of many crowded and dense shopping areas in tokyo. It is located near one of the large temples and shrines about a mile from Shibuya Crossing. We were told this is where the young teens hang out as a destination of sorts. Lots of unique stores and food and dessert places along the 4-5 block stretch.Visited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten March 17, 2024
- Daphne MCardiff, United Kingdom258 contributionsNext level crazy!!!!Just when you think you’ve seen it all there’s Takeshita Street! A completely crazy, crowded tourist treat. You don’t have to spend money you can just window shop. It’s the genesis of kawaii culture so there are fascinating fashions, cat cafes, rainbow cloud candy floss and some very tasty crepes if you fancy a quick snack. Despite the street being awash with people the shops themselves were much more manageable and it’s definitely worth a look. However if you have kids and teens - beware you could spend a fortune very quickly - so many ‘I want items’ not necessarily ‘ I need stuff’. But I left feeling full of joy despite the crush.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten April 10, 2024
- martial51Vitry-le-Francois, France893 contributionsto do without stoppingthere are people everywhere, one line goes up the street, one goes down. We would quickly get lost in this tumult. On each side, stores, each one as extravagant as the next. Some young girls in equally extravagant outfits who deserve a little photoVisited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten April 19, 2024
- PijeeMedan, Indonesia39 contributionsTakeshita StreetA unique place and more crowded than the Shibuya intersection. Especially for Harajuku lovers, this is heaven. There are lots of unique and cute Harajuku goods available for sale here and are easy to find. But don't bargain, because the price is still set. But if you want to try, you can. Hehehe. One message from me, don't easily believe or be tempted by offers from someone who often stands alone with an offer board. Happy holidaysVisited February 2024Travelled with familyWritten April 21, 2024
- Nina TeeGold Coast, Australia47 contributionsGreat for souvenir shopVery busy place, if you plan on doing a big shop be sure to have a backpack or a small carry on suitcase. Nothing worst carrying all your shopping bags whilst still shopping also your train ride back to your hotel. Also take your time walking along the street as there’s still stores upstairs a building or downstairs.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten June 1, 2024
- NiniBugLondon, United Kingdom330 contributionsTokyo POP in your face!This is a wonderful, vibrant place to people watch and look out for all the latest trends of the Japanese youth. There is a wonderful display of colourful merchandise. There are so many sugary snack shops in this area, that the air smells of sugar! This is a great place to find unusual treasures to take back home.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten July 9, 2024
- creponutella123Saint-Julien-en-Genevois, France2,227 contributionsNo cosplay seenWell choose your time because no cosplays seen in midday, midweek .. Near Meiji Jingu Temple and the park. On the street: second hand clothing stores, animal bar, candy department stores, various shops and funny cafes. Busy and very touristy street.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten July 10, 2024
- Deanosaur89Edmonton, Canada9,225 contributionsBusy and Crowded Street in the AfternoonThe bright colours and shops with interesting items are what I expected for Harajuku but it was busy and overcrowded here. There are quite a few cafes including many pet cafes along this street but we were pretty happy to get out of here. We did spend a little over half an hour on the street because we went into the Daiso to pick up a few things but if you're just walking through it might take 10-15 minutes. It might be worth considering going early in the day if there is a particular shop you want to check out to avoid the crowds and we noticed that some of the specialty stores were not too busy but the souvenir shops were very busy. During our visit we started from the Harajuku Station Takeshita Street exit. During the afternoon there were lots of tasty street food vendors near Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Station which is just one block south of Takeshita Street and they served all kinds of Japanese food including the cheese coins which were delicious. We made a nice afternoon in the area by also visiting the Meiji Shrine which is very close.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten August 31, 2024
- aussiesinspainSydney, Australia242 contributionsNot a must visit locationI knew what this place was like from previous visits but I still took the train to Harajuki to show my sister the precinct. I'm pretty sure everyone else there was a tourist as well, so what were we there to look at? The miserably crowded street with no shade on a sweltering Saturday? The shops? There are probably fan fashion items for sale but I think you would find better elsewhere. The fashion? As I mentioned we were all just tourists looking for each other. The legend? I think most of the good, interesting fashion ideas would have moved on. So I guess this street serves its purpose in giving tourists something to look at and experience while real life happens elsewhere but it is a bit sad.Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten September 1, 2024
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Nov 2024 • Solo
Takeshita street isn't like how it used to be. There's still some treasures and good brands around, but the price discounts are less now.
I still recommend a visit as I bought a really cute clear purse and polaroid image album in their "smile" store in the basement of one of its shopping centres for less than 1000 yen. The purse was to store badges of my favourite anime guy.
The shop staff are nice, but yeah the prices have skyrocketed. Daiso is still there though (yay!) and ACDC RAG has also survived, which was a blessing! I'd advise just looking around, judge what's best for you and your budget. Some stores are super expensive.
And my favourite store Bodyline... They're closing soon (December 29). They were my go-to for affordable Lolita fashion and cosplay in the past, and are having a huge up to 90% sale so please give them a visit if you can.
Honestly, it's not as much of a treasure trove anymore. The times are changing, fashion wise. Also it is rare to see subculture girls here, there's way more in Shibuya at night (past 5pm).
This is just me, but I tended to only see the subculture fashion people at night time.
I still recommend a visit as I bought a really cute clear purse and polaroid image album in their "smile" store in the basement of one of its shopping centres for less than 1000 yen. The purse was to store badges of my favourite anime guy.
The shop staff are nice, but yeah the prices have skyrocketed. Daiso is still there though (yay!) and ACDC RAG has also survived, which was a blessing! I'd advise just looking around, judge what's best for you and your budget. Some stores are super expensive.
And my favourite store Bodyline... They're closing soon (December 29). They were my go-to for affordable Lolita fashion and cosplay in the past, and are having a huge up to 90% sale so please give them a visit if you can.
Honestly, it's not as much of a treasure trove anymore. The times are changing, fashion wise. Also it is rare to see subculture girls here, there's way more in Shibuya at night (past 5pm).
This is just me, but I tended to only see the subculture fashion people at night time.
Written November 20, 2024
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murrpark
Wurtulla, Australia265 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
This is where all the cool and alternative young people go to shop. Lots of fun shops to browse in and plenty of food options. Avoid the spruikers along the street trying to convince you to visit their venues. To be honest by the standards of many countries these spruikers are pretty reserved. There is also a small but jam packed Uniqlo store around the corner opposite the station selling cheap but quality T-shirt options for souvenirs. The street is right next to Harajuku station on the JR Yamanote line
Written June 5, 2023
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Brun066
Florence, Italy13,943 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
...but I wonder if in the whole world there is a concentration of shops for young people comparable to Takeshita Dori. I haven't seen any.
This 400 mt. street is in fact packed with shops of famous brands (perhaps more famous than anything else in Japan) and independent shops, mainly dealing with clothing in all its versions; but also jewellery, cosmetics, souvenirs, then creperies, ice cream shops, sales of candies and other sweets...
The crowd is overflowing on a Saturday afternoon (when we visited), and it is itself part of the show.
However, the street is far from being attractive only to young people. We bought several items to use as gifts on our return.
Warning: not all shops accept cards.
This 400 mt. street is in fact packed with shops of famous brands (perhaps more famous than anything else in Japan) and independent shops, mainly dealing with clothing in all its versions; but also jewellery, cosmetics, souvenirs, then creperies, ice cream shops, sales of candies and other sweets...
The crowd is overflowing on a Saturday afternoon (when we visited), and it is itself part of the show.
However, the street is far from being attractive only to young people. We bought several items to use as gifts on our return.
Warning: not all shops accept cards.
Written September 19, 2024
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T D
Philadelphia, PA4,732 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
We went here around 1 pm and it was very crowded. Crawling walk while we checked out the souvenir stores. There are fun dessert restaurants as well, a couple of Animal cafes like Shiba Inu, Otters, Cats
Written January 6, 2024
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Stefanie H
Lincoln, NE1,745 contributions
Jun 2023
This is a fairly short street right next to the Harajuku station that is a lot of fun to experience. Lots of shops, crepe stands, and cute stuff. The streets off of Takeshita are better in terms of less tourists and less touristy merchandise. We went on a weekday morning and experienced few crowds, but you would want to avoid weekends if possible.
Written June 25, 2023
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FenderStrat-Perth
Perth, Australia30 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Went on a Sunday. It was jammed packed. Nowhere to really sit and eat (there was the mcdonalds, cat cafe, couple of other places but couldn't really sit and eat) the few shops we managed to poke our heads into were quite touristy. Which is great but i think i was expecting more of a cultural vibe. I wouldn't rush back.
Written January 30, 2024
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swisstraveller
Berne666 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
This is still a fun place to go, but I feel that since my first visit to Tokyo, it has become much much more touristy, and I dont mean that in a good way. The shops are mainly mainstream, there are fewer people dressed in very special clothes, and its just so crowded and feels a bit like a human zoo.
Its still worth going to, just dont expect too much. And if you want to have a crepe or a rainbow sugar treat etc., expect to queue for ages.
Its still worth going to, just dont expect too much. And if you want to have a crepe or a rainbow sugar treat etc., expect to queue for ages.
Written March 31, 2023
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Chase V
Oklahoma City, OK803 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
If your in the area. This iconic street is packed. Visit some shops, grab a crepe, and watch all the young kids galavant. The daiso here is amazing and if you forgot a umbrella grab one here for 200 yen, value is unbeatable compared to the close to 1100 yen umbrella at a donki. Nice to see some culture and the local fashion trends
Written October 23, 2024
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Princes of travel
Paris, France7,528 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
Takeshita street is a very famous and touristy narrow street in the lively Harajuku district.
Multiple shops offering cosplay items, manga shops, cafes, restaurants, coffee shops with animals line up next to each other. Do you want some food, including the famous rolled pancakes filled with fruit, chocolates, etc.
You can see a lot of things more or less delusional, whether in the shops or on the street. You must not be afraid of the crowd to venture there, day or night.
A must-see stop in Tokyo
Multiple shops offering cosplay items, manga shops, cafes, restaurants, coffee shops with animals line up next to each other. Do you want some food, including the famous rolled pancakes filled with fruit, chocolates, etc.
You can see a lot of things more or less delusional, whether in the shops or on the street. You must not be afraid of the crowd to venture there, day or night.
A must-see stop in Tokyo
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Written December 1, 2024
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Chris L
Los Angeles, CA2 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
This destination is bustling with teenagers, both local and foreign, which gives it a somewhat chaotic and youthful vibe. If you’re looking for a more mature or refined experience, this may not be the best place. Many of the Japanese adults you’ll encounter here seem to be from more rural areas, which adds to the feeling that this is more of a tourist-driven spot than an authentic cultural hub.
As for food and shopping, I found both to be lacking in quality. The restaurants and shops cater mostly to the younger crowd and tourists, so it’s hard to find anything that really stands out or offers a unique, high-quality experience. If you’re hoping to discover hidden gems or enjoy exceptional dining and shopping, you’re likely to be disappointed.
Overall, this destination may appeal to a younger audience or those looking for a more touristy experience, but it falls short if you’re seeking quality and authenticity.
As for food and shopping, I found both to be lacking in quality. The restaurants and shops cater mostly to the younger crowd and tourists, so it’s hard to find anything that really stands out or offers a unique, high-quality experience. If you’re hoping to discover hidden gems or enjoy exceptional dining and shopping, you’re likely to be disappointed.
Overall, this destination may appeal to a younger audience or those looking for a more touristy experience, but it falls short if you’re seeking quality and authenticity.
Written August 28, 2024
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where to get Mini Me at Takeshita street
Written March 12, 2019
Walk down Takeshita dori, find Alta Harajuku almost at the end of the road and go to the basement. There next to all the Prikua machines, there's a shop that'll make a 3D figure that looks just like you!
Written March 12, 2019
What time do the shops close we are doing an overnight layover arriving in Tokyo at 4:50 pm
Written July 8, 2018
Around 1030am. I went to meiji jingu first at 830am. After that head to Harajuku.
Written May 7, 2018
I didn’t purchase it, but I saw the long fries st the end of Takeshita Dori.
Written March 24, 2018
Si te soy sincera, a pesar de haber paseado por allí 3 veces durante el viaje, no recuerdo si era lunes, martes o domingo... por la calle puedes ir a cualquier hora y todo empezaba a abrir a las 10h. Siento no haber sido de gran ayuda...
Written November 5, 2017
Where is the owl cafe located ? (And the name of it). Any other recommendations for first timers?
Written August 17, 2017
I believe half way down TAKESHITA Dori on the left if u r starting your walk on that street that is closet to the train station. We did not go there, but my other half pointed it out.
Sorry I cannot be of much more help.
Except that Takeshita Dori is a commercial area for the young. If you are not aware of Daiso stores that are all over Tokyo, there is a huge 5 floor one in the street. Affectionately known to me as the 100 yen shop, there's everything under the sun to buy in there and so cheap. Some items are a little dearer, but great.
Cheers. Enjoy. Oh n do go to Meiji shrine up behind the train station.
Written August 18, 2017
Is it advisable to bring a stroller since the reviews mentioned about the overcrowding?
Written June 29, 2017
It's a very crowded street,but I did see people with strollers so I guess you will be fine making your way through 😊 Have a great time in Japan
Written June 29, 2017
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