Where to shop in Japan? Shopping and touring: 10 Popular Places for a Fashionista

Although shopping is not a new thing to do, whenever you visit a new country there's always amazing and different things to discover and bring back home with you. Because of that, one of the most frequently questions asked by tourists is: Where should I go to find the voolest items and when?
For this reason, we prepared a list of the 10 most popular places to shop in Japan. In thi article, you might just find out where are the most appropriate shops for you to spend your money wisely!

Harajuku

Recently, tourists to Japan add Takeshita Street in Harajuku as the place they want to visit most list. Harajuku continues to be the center of the “kawaii“ or cute subculture and its distinct fashion.

Shibuya

The famous intersection in Shibuya is the busiest in the world. Everyday, about 500,000 people cross this intersection. Besides shopping and the cuisine, you can also enjoy the unique atmosphere of the neighborhood.

Ginza

Ginza is one of Japan’s most sophisticated shopping districts. In this neighborhood of modern buildings, there are many luxury brand stores and restaurants.

Shinsaibashi

Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, located one block east of Mido-suji Street, has department stores and stores of expensive brands. Naturally, it’s the best place for finding the latest trends and also traditional goods.

Minato Mirai 21

Minato Mirai is an area facing Yokohama Harbor within Nishi and Naka Wards. Almost half of the area is reclaimed land and it’s a region that has a lot of offices and shopping malls.

Tenjin Underground Shopping Center

An underground shopping center where travelers can shop or move about without having to worry about rain. Convenient for buying the latest fashion items and souvenirs.

Omotesando

A sophisticated sense of high class engulfs the pedestrians walking there. From the main street to the back streets, there is a variety of shops. Even walking through the back alleys brings an air of celebrity

Canal City Hakata

Adults and children can enjoy a full day going through the duty-free shops, the popular character goods stores and the Ramen Stadium which has amassed ramen shops from all over Japan including the island of Kyushu.

Umeda

Umeda is the perfect place for shopping. A place with department stores, malls, and household appliance shops. You can easily walk around the area, so you can enjoy shopping without having to move around a lot.

Sannomiya Center Street

Sannomiya Center Street with its latest trends attracts 100,000 visitors on a holiday. It extends from east to west from Flower Road to Koikawa-suji Road. Because it is a covered arcade, it’s convenient even during rainy days.