Meiji Shrine +Harajuku Kawaii/Fashion +Lunch +Shibuya Crossing
Description
Good for families w/ different interests. See Meiji Shrine with an experienced guide, the cultural aspect or focus just on the Harajuku Kawaii & more. The Old: Harajuku & Meiji Jingu/Togo Shrine sit side by side & is an example of Tokyo Old and New. Meiji Shrine signifies the end of Edo and new social norms. Post WWII social norms gave way to the Shibuya/Harajuku pop culture. Learn from an experienced guide how this place came to be a trend setter for youth fashion and kawaii markets. The Kawaii and Pop: You will see Takeshita Dori Street and then move onto Ura-Harajuku and Cat Street and see the latest pop trends. Foodies: You will be given opportunities to try pop street foods and further be given a Japanese Edo style street food lunch. More: You will be given the choice of seeing the architecture of the posh Omotesando area, how it came to be, see the skyline of the Harajuku area or revert back to pop culture; we will introduce you to more places to see before parting ways.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will take you thru the Meiji Shrine and help give you an understanding of what Shintoism is and how this shrine came to be.
Let view the latest cosmetics the late teens and early twenties see trendy.
Enjoy the Japanese pancake style meal at a Japanese style resturant
We will be strolling the streets of Takeshita street and be introduced to the many stores that cater to the Japanese pop culture
You will be introduced to a renown pop culture store in the Harajuku Omotesando area.
See another Harajuku Attraction Shop and more
Enjoy Street Food Renown in the Harajuku Area
View some of the renown spot shown in YouTube and others
Walk a portion of the fame Omotesando Street
The busiest crossing in the world which sometimes carries over 5000 people every two minutes.
Additional 15 minutes for transiting from Harajuku to Shibuya by bus
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(1)
Great tour around the Meiji shrine and Harajuku. Our guide provided a lot of insight into the history and traditions for each of the sites. Very fun and informative trip around the area as well as some delicious food.
