Omotesando

東京都

general.prefecture.

An area where high-end shops line up.

This area is lined with stylish apparel shops, miscellaneous goods stores, and cafes. Not only on the main street, but also beyond the alleys, there are sophisticated select shops and restaurants, making it a popular spot for shoppers and tourists.

Features & How to Enjoy

Classic Shopping

Highlights

Point 1

A Luxurious Street Lined with Brand Stores

When you think of Omotesando, you imagine a luxurious street lined with brand stores. That image is spot on, as well-known brand stores such as Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Dior are lined up. Omotesando is a popular spot for scouting celebrities, and many fashionable people walk around, so you can feel stylish just by walking around.

Point 2

Zelkova Trees Lining Omotesando, Perfect for a Stroll

The zelkova trees lining the street from Harajuku Station to Omotesando Intersection, a distance of just under 1 km, were planted together with the forest at Meiji Shrine. The sidewalk is very wide and easy to walk on, making it the perfect place for a leisurely stroll while enjoying window shopping. If you get tired along the way, it's also nice to take a break at a cafe. The zelkova trees change their appearance with the seasons, so you can enjoy different scenery depending on the time of year.

Point 3

Enjoying Omotesando in Winter

In the summer, Omotesando is known for its beautiful zelkova tree-lined streets, but in the winter, you can enjoy a different kind of beauty with the illuminated scenery. This illumination, held every year during the Christmas season, uses about 900,000 light bulbs, transforming the Omotesando zelkova tree-lined street into a champagne gold color. This seasonally limited, fantastic space is the perfect spot for a date.

Point 4

Main Spot in Omotesando: "Omotesando Hills"

Omotesando Hills, the main spot in Omotesando and also known as a trendsetter, is a cultural and commercial facility with three underground floors and three above-ground floors. There are approximately 100 shops lined up like street-level stores, and it's not uncommon for the first Japanese branch of a store to open in Omotesando Hills. Not only for shopping, but also for gourmet food, going to Omotesando Hills is a surefire way to understand the latest trends and popular spots.

Point 5

Cat Street, a Hidden Gem in Omotesando

One street away from Omotesando, there is a shopping street called "Cat Street". It has a stylish atmosphere that is different from the luxury of Omotesando. There are plenty of trendy shops as well as fashionable items that are easy to get your hands on, such as second-hand clothing stores and recycle shops. Along the street, there are also places that make great photo spots, making it a must-visit spot when you come to Omotesando.

Access

Major Stations to the Trendy Omotesando Street

Omotesando is the street that runs about 1km from Meiji Shrine Outer Garden to the intersection of Aoyama Street and Omotesando Street. You can easily get to this street from Harajuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line, or Omotesando Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Hanzomon Lines. However, both stations have many exits and long underground passages, so it's recommended to check the exit before going if you have a specific shop you want to visit.