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- Takeshita Street: Why Is It So Popular?
- Shopping: The Main Attraction
- Food: What Can You Eat on The Street?
- Takeshita Street Photo Opportunities
- What to Do Near Takeshita Street
In the 90s, Takeshita Street was the place to go for counterfeit American and Japanese brands, so it’s always had a colorful — yet fashionable — reputation. Well-known and featured in every guidebook, it’s the heart of all things trendy and “weird” in Tokyo. There are chain stores dotted around, but also lots of independent stores and smaller brand...
If variety is the spice of life, then Takeshita Street is certainly flavorful! There are entire stores dedicated to gachapon(capsule toys), creative accessories, wacky popcorn handbags, and shoes that look impossible to walk in. But there are also some brilliant tiny shops that are very open to people browsing — so don’t feel intimidated even if th...
The food on Takeshita Street makes as much of an impact as the clothes. Make sure to check out our article on the best sweet things to eat in Harajukufor a detailed guide, but continue reading for a quick summary.
Takeshita Street used to be famed for shoppers dressed in very elaborate, niche styles. There are sadly far fewer around these days, no thanks to the hoards of selfie sticks and people. There are still some willing characters who will happily pose for pictures (when asked politely) and your best bet of seeing them is on the weekend, particularly on...
Surrounded by plenty of popular spots in Tokyo, it’s easy to slot Takeshita Street into your itinerary. If you need some culture there’s the shrine Meiji-jingūacross the road. Omotesandō is a great shopping area too if you didn’t find exactly what you were after in this part of Harajuku. It has a wealth of great architecture, and plenty of other th...
Takeshita Street, or Takeshita-dori in Japanese, is a vibrant pedestrian shopping street located in Harajuku, Tokyo. This narrow 400-meter-long street is lined with a myriad of shops, cafes, and boutiques and is known for being the epicenter of Tokyo's kawaii (cute) culture and teenage trends.
A quintessential Japanese street, Takeshita-Dori, located in Harajuku, is vibrant and full of authentic Japanese shops & restaurants. The street is known for its crepes.
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4,449 reviews. #15 of 346 things to do in Shibuya. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Write a review. About. 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. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
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Takeshita Street. 4,443 reviews. #15 of 345 things to do in Shibuya. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Write a review. About. 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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A quintessential Japanese street, Takeshita-Dori, located in Harajuku, is vibrant and full of authentic Japanese shops & restaurants. The street is known for its crepes.
