2024-10-25

[Harakado] Experience new Japanese culture at the latest Harajuku tourist spots

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[Harakado] Experience new Japanese culture at the latest Harajuku tourist spots

The new face of Harajuku, Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado,” is born

In 2024/4, a new commercial facility named “Harakado” opened in Harajuku, Tokyo.

The facility is home to 75 unique stores as a place where modern trends and traditions merge.

Spanning 9 floors, this complex offers visitors a new experience with innovative shops and unique eateries created by creative companies.

Harakado, a place of creation and connection

“Harakado” inherits the creative spirit that has taken root in the Harajuku area since the 1960s, and is playing a role as a center of new culture.

Inside the store, a creative community “Harakado Neighborhood Association” is organized by tenants to create and disseminate a new culture.

Introducing the unique floor of “Harakado”!

Here are some unique floors, from unique shops to Japanese “public baths.”

G floor, 1 floor above ground, and shops with new challenges gather

The G floor and 1st floor are lined with stores offering unique products and services, stimulating the sensitivities of all visitors.

What is particularly noteworthy is the lineup of brands collected from home and abroad, such as the membership-based bar “CASBA” and “MOLESKIN” from Milan, Italy.

4th floor, the epicenter of Harajuku-like culture and entertainment

On the 4th floor, a project on the theme of experiences in Harajuku is being carried out based on the concept of “nature and chill out.”

“Harakado Cafe” by Kyoto's long-established Japanese restaurant “Shimogamo Saryo” has also opened, offering traditional flavors.

New food culture as a “Harajuku Town Diner” on the 5th and 6th floors

The 5th and 6th floors are lined with various restaurants as a new “Harajuku Town Diner.”

There are 11 unique stores, such as stores that reflect the food culture of local Harajuku and the new-age family restaurant “FamiRes.”

It creates new food culture and encounters with people, and provides visitors with a new food experience.

7th floor, open roof terrace

From the 7th floor rooftop terrace, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Jingumae crossing.

Various events are held regularly along with the lush gardens.

First basement floor, public bath and new experiences “Chikaichi”

Source: Tokyu Plaza Harajuku official website

On the first basement floor, “Kosugiyu Harajuku,” which is the second “Kosugiyu” store that has continued since 1933, opened.

You can enjoy traditional Japanese “public bath culture.”

Also, as “Chikaichi,” this floor is a place for new experiences through collaboration with various companies and brands.

There are also plenty of facilities that combine beauty and wellness.

Business hours (Kosugi-yu): 7:00 to 12:00/18:00 to 23:00

Closed every Thursday

Let's experience Japanese culture at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado”!

Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado” is a must-see spot for tourists from Japan and abroad as a facility where you can experience new Harajuku culture.

A variety of fun is offered throughout the day, making it perfect for a visit with family or friends.

Let's spend a special day at “Harakad,” where new encounters and experiences await.

Please check the official website for details.

Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado” Access Information

Address: 6-31-21 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

access:

1 minute walk from exits 4 or 7 of Meiji-jingumae (Harajuku) Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line or Fukutoshin Line

9 minutes on foot from Exit A1 of Omotesando Station on the Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line, and Ginza Line

4 minutes on foot from Harajuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line

Business hours:

B1F to 4F: 11:00 to 21:00

5F to 7F: 11:00 to 23:00

B1F (Kosugi-yu): 7:00-12:00, 18:00-23:00

Creative shops, unique eateries, and cultural experiences await at Harajuku's new tourist attractions. Let's experience new discoveries and exciting time in Harajuku at “Harakado.”

10 recommended massage spots in the Harajuku/Shibuya area

When visiting Japan, beauty experiences such as massages are one of the must-see experiences for travelers.

Let's spend time to heal our tiredness and refresh our mind and body.

Shibuya/ “UREROBAS Shibuya Store”

At the dry head spa specialty store on the 4th floor of the shopping mall Tokyu Plaza Shibuya, you can experience a dry head spa where you can be healed with all five senses.

The head spa at this salon is characterized by preparing the body from the ground up, and you can expect not only to take care of your head and eye fatigue and concerns about sleep, but also to lift your face and tone up your skin.

Please spend a blissful time shopping, sightseeing, or on your way home from work.

Omotesando (Shibuya area)/“head CONCIERGE Omotesando Store”

A head spa specialty store where a group of nationally qualified specialists lead to “ultimate sleep.”

It is a technique of pressing pressure points on the head called the deep muscle approach, which leads to ultimate sleep.

Various effects can be expected, such as “relieving insomnia,” “improving shoulder stiffness,” “recovering from eye strain,” and “anti-aging.”

Enjoy the ultimate head spa that goes beyond relaxation.

Nakameguro (Shibuya area)/“Yukee's SPA Nakameguro” *Women only

This salon near Nakameguro station is popular for its slimming and facial menus.

All rooms have private rooms and showers, and are fully equipped.

The dry head spa softens stiff scalp and promotes lymph flow and blood circulation. It can also be expected to have a face-reducing effect by improving the weight of the neck, shoulders, and eyes, and improving facial swelling.

The aroma also massages the décolletage, so it also has a relaxing effect. Relax in a completely private room in a luxurious space.

Aoyama/ “head CONCIERGE Aoyama Main Store”

A head spa specialty store where a group of nationally qualified specialists lead to “ultimate sleep.”

It is a technique of pressing pressure points on the head called the deep muscle approach, which leads to ultimate sleep.

Various effects can be expected, such as “relieving insomnia,” “improving shoulder stiffness,” “recovering from eye strain,” and “anti-aging.”

Enjoy the ultimate head spa that goes beyond relaxation.

Jimbocho (Akihabara area)/“CREBIA Jimbocho Store” *Women only

crebia　jinbocho — “CREBIA Jimbocho Store”

A slimming esthetic salon that leads to effortless results! Highly skilled and experienced staff are popular.

It is a talented salon that is a strong ally for women who want to go on a diet.

Our experienced staff will suggest a menu tailored to each person's constitution and concerns, so you can get closer to your ideal body without difficulty, without waste, and effectively.

Akihabara, Kanda, Awajicho/ “Esthetic & Relaxation WELLFIT” *Women Only

Esthetics & Relaxation WELLFIT — Akihabara, Kanda, Awaji Town/ “Esthetic & Relaxation WELLFIT”

This salon is within walking distance of Kanda, Awaji, and Akihabara.

“Esthetic & Relaxation WELLFIT” is a talented salon attended by professional beauticians and therapists.

This treatment can also be used for pelvic correction, small face, beautiful skin, head spa, and maternity care.

It is a powerful salon that has been published in over 50 beauty magazines and specialty magazines. Please enjoy the industry's most advanced technology.

Shinjuku/ “Re:Treat HaRi”

A “total beauty acupuncture and moxibustion salon” that pursues beauty with unique technology and experience.

Staff are top class in their ability to see through the essence of malfunction.

Because they are physical experts with experience and knowledge cultivated in professional settings, it is possible to fundamentally improve disorders by checking constitution from blood flow and visceral function.

By preparing the inside of the body and improving the constitution, it leads to healthy beauty.

Yotsuya/ “UREROBAS Yotsuya Store”

A dry head spa salon located about 10 minutes by train or taxi, close to Shinjuku.

At this dry head spa specialty store, you can experience a dry head spa where you can be healed by all five senses.

Please spend a blissful time on your way home from shopping or sightseeing.

Shinjuku/ Shinjuku Relaxation Salon “Sea the Night”

Despite being in a good location, a 2-minute walk from Nishi-Shinjuku Station and a 7-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, it is a salon where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and relax both mentally and physically.

We offer a menu to relieve painful stiffness throughout the body.

Shinjuku/ “repos ami” ※women only

This salon, which is within walking distance from Shinjuku, offers a menu of full body oil massages, dry head spas without water, and facial massages.

If you are suffering from disturbances in the autonomic nerves, general fatigue, body building that makes it easy to lose weight, tension, or facial distortion, be sure to try it out.