Tokyo: Harajuku Girls Got the Wicked Style
Want a fabulous place to shop? Look no further than Tokyo. This city truly has it all for any fashionista.
As with nearly any other city, Tokyo has an upscale shopping district that boasts the likes of Tiffany, Dior, and Louis Vuitton. Yet, Tokyo has stores larger than life. Does a four story Tiffany or a five story Hermes sounds up your ally? Then head to Tokyo’s Ginza district, and spend to your heart’s desire. This district is probably the most photographed district in Tokyo, deemed the Times Square of Japan.
If you are looking for a more authentic Japanese shopping experience, Harajuku, a division of the Shibuya district, is the place to be. On the surface, the area seems to be rows of more luxury shopping. We began by passing Dolce and Gabbana, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, etc. Yet, as we made our way further down the street, we found ourselves in the trendy Japanese shops that define Harajuku. These shops made Betsey Johnson look tame, and now I understood why stylish celebrities like Gwen Stefani had sung the praises of Harajuku. It was still fun to see the glitzy shops with names translated in English like Ashes and Diamonds. In all price ranges (although one must remember that Japan is generally more expensive than the U.S.), Harajuku has a wide variety.
Alas, I am about a foot and a half taller than Japanese women, and the clothes were never going to fit me. But I was determined not to leave Japan without something wonderful.
We had also visited Osaka*, and there I had looked at several adorable Dior keychains and charm bracelets.
Yet, I found myself transfixed on a beautiful silk printed Celine handbag. This deep brown bag (think as close to black as brown can get) mesmerized me. The large, but not oversized, carpetbag shape and gold details were perfect. In fact, I believe this is the most lovely bag I have owned in my life. Compliments everywhere I go have only confirmed this for me. No clothes left Tokyo with me, but my handbag is sure to please for years to come.
*The reason I am not mentioning Osaka further is that I didn’t feel it merited a post. Osaka, from my limited experience, bore only the same upscale shopping as the rest of the world. However, Japanese women love to shop, and I am certain there is more than met my eye during my short visit.
As with nearly any other city, Tokyo has an upscale shopping district that boasts the likes of Tiffany, Dior, and Louis Vuitton. Yet, Tokyo has stores larger than life. Does a four story Tiffany or a five story Hermes sounds up your ally? Then head to Tokyo’s Ginza district, and spend to your heart’s desire. This district is probably the most photographed district in Tokyo, deemed the Times Square of Japan.
If you are looking for a more authentic Japanese shopping experience, Harajuku, a division of the Shibuya district, is the place to be. On the surface, the area seems to be rows of more luxury shopping. We began by passing Dolce and Gabbana, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, etc. Yet, as we made our way further down the street, we found ourselves in the trendy Japanese shops that define Harajuku. These shops made Betsey Johnson look tame, and now I understood why stylish celebrities like Gwen Stefani had sung the praises of Harajuku. It was still fun to see the glitzy shops with names translated in English like Ashes and Diamonds. In all price ranges (although one must remember that Japan is generally more expensive than the U.S.), Harajuku has a wide variety.
Alas, I am about a foot and a half taller than Japanese women, and the clothes were never going to fit me. But I was determined not to leave Japan without something wonderful.
We had also visited Osaka*, and there I had looked at several adorable Dior keychains and charm bracelets.
Yet, I found myself transfixed on a beautiful silk printed Celine handbag. This deep brown bag (think as close to black as brown can get) mesmerized me. The large, but not oversized, carpetbag shape and gold details were perfect. In fact, I believe this is the most lovely bag I have owned in my life. Compliments everywhere I go have only confirmed this for me. No clothes left Tokyo with me, but my handbag is sure to please for years to come.
*The reason I am not mentioning Osaka further is that I didn’t feel it merited a post. Osaka, from my limited experience, bore only the same upscale shopping as the rest of the world. However, Japanese women love to shop, and I am certain there is more than met my eye during my short visit.
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