Anime, gaming, trading cards, and Kawaii culture are among the experiences many visitors hope to discover in Japan.

Yet with the language barrier and so many places to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to go or how to experience them.

With an English-speaking local guide by your side, we help you navigate the area, from choosing the right shops to showing you how to enjoy each experience. Try purikura, gachapon, and other Japanese pop culture experiences for yourself — not simply as a spectator.

Over three and a half hours, walk from Harajuku to Shibuya on a route that brings together some of Tokyo's most recognizable pop culture experiences. Explore Kawaii culture and enjoy a Japanese crepe along Takeshita Street, then try purikura, a uniquely Japanese photo booth experience.

Continue on foot to Shibuya, where you'll visit the Hachiko Statue and walk across the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing. The tour concludes at Nintendo TOKYO and Pokémon Center Shibuya.

With plenty of memorable places to see and photograph along the way, this tour is especially popular with first-time visitors to Japan.

The route.

Meet your guide at JR Harajuku Station

Meet your English-speaking local guide in front of WITH HARAJUKU.

Walk along Takeshita Street

Explore shops featuring Kawaii culture, character goods, and the latest Japanese fashion trends.

Purikura Experience

With your guide's support, take your purikura photos and print them on the spot to take home as a unique souvenir.

Shopping

Browse character merchandise, Kawaii accessories, and Japanese souvenirs.

A Sweet Break

Take a break and enjoy a Japanese sweet, such as a famous Harajuku crepe.

Walk to Shibuya

Walk from Harajuku to Shibuya and visit the Hachiko Statue, while learning the story behind this beloved Tokyo landmark.

Shibuya Scramble Crossing

Cross the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing and continue through Center-gai, one of the area's lively shopping streets.

Visit

Visit Nintendo TOKYO and Pokémon Center Shibuya.

Tour Ends

Your guide will share recommendations for places to explore after the tour. The tour then ends, and you are free to continue exploring Shibuya at your own pace.

Other info.

Included

Purikura experience, including photos and prints
Japanese sweets, such as a Harajuku crepe
Pokémon card souvenir (no specific card or regulation guaranteed)
English-speaking local guide to support you throughout the experiences
Insurance

Not included

Personal shopping
Personal food and drinks
Transportation costs

What to bring

Cash
Comfortable walking shoes

Good to know

This is a walking tour covering approximately 3–4 km. Guests who have difficulty walking this distance are kindly asked not to participate.
Cancellation policy: 20% at 10–8 days before / 30% at 7–3 days before / 40% at 2 days before / 50% at 1 day before / 100% within 23 hours before departure.

Tokyo: Shibuya & Harajuku Anime, Gaming & Kawaii Pop Culture Tour