Your Ultimate Guide To The Best Shopping Places In Tokyo
1. Ragtag
The Japanese might be known for their love for high-end luxury, but that doesnt mean they arent against buying them second-hand. Ragtag is a chain of boutiques that buys and sells contemporary and designer pre-loved items, so not only is it a great place to pick up a good designer bargain (sometimes within the current season!), you can also offload your own pre-loved items here. The Comme Des Garcons selection here alone is worth the trip, and I even managed to pick up a pair of never-been-worn Balenciaga SS19 pumps for 75% off retail price.
Price Range: $ – $$$
Address: 6-14-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
2. Chicago Harajuku-Omotesando
If youre the sort who loves a good treasure hunt and a bargain, then this is the vintage store for you. Prices are pretty comparable to what you would find on the high street, which means its slightly pricey for used clothing, but its still a fun place to rummage through if you have a retro style aesthetics. Some items that I loved was the selection of mens Dickies overalls (so cool when worn with sky-high heels!) and the vintage high-waisted Levis jeans. If youre looking to pick up a vintage kimono or yukata, they have a huge variety in an affordable price range (under $50) as well.
Price Range: $
Address: B1F Olympia Annex Bldg, 6-31-21 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
3. Opening Ceremony
If you hate sifting through department stores just to find the coolest brands, head to Opening Ceremony. The store has a great fashion edit without being too overwhelming. Think of brands that are constantly on everyones lust list like Jacquemus (I spied their infamous sold-out everywhere Le Chiquito bag here!) as well as cool in-house store merch that you can tote around. I picked up their mini and regular size jelly tote bags here and have absolutely no regrets. The pastel backdrops and staircase is also worthy of an OOTD or two!
Price Range: $$ – $$$
Address: 6-7-1-B Jingumae, Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo
4. Hare JP
Pronounced “ha-ray” and not “hare” (like the animal), Hare was the closest thing I could find to a Japanese high street brand. The brand is available in department stores all over the city and is pretty affordable, ranging from $50 for a t-shirt to about $300 for a coat. What I loved about the brand was that while it was wearable, most pieces had an interesting design detail or two (think mixed material skirts or utilitarian canvas belts that made great layering pieces) that made the piece stand out from your usual sea of basics.
Price Range: $$
Address: 150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 5−17-8
5. Muji
Arguably the biggest Muji in the world, the Muji Ginza store is a one-stop destination for almost everything. Fans of the brands clean and minimal aesthetic can find everything from lifestyle items like toiletries and bento boxes to clothing items and reusable grocery bags. Theres even a café and a food market in the basement and first floor where you can park your bored or tired companions to wait for you while you shop! The store also houses the countrys very first Muji hotel so you literally can do everything here—including sleep!
Price Range: $
Address: 3 Chome-3-5 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
6. Dover Street Market
One part designer boutique, one part museum exhibition, Dover Street Market is a well-curated seven-storey shopping destination that is a must-see for any fashion lovers. Think cool indie labels like Molly Goddard and Noir Kei Ninomiya, luxury labels like Paco Rabanne and Gucci to in-store exclusives from streetwear labels like Doublet and Better Gift Shop. While prices can be a little on the high side, the store is a must visit just solely for the creative visual merchandising and the quirky OOTDs the oh-so-cool staff members sport daily.
Price Range: $$ – $$$$
Address: Ginza Chuo-Ku, Ginza Komatsu West 6-9-5, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
7. Ginza Six
Given that we are a nation of shopping mall lovers, its only natural that we include our favourite shopping mall in Tokyo: Ginza Six. With more than 100,000 square metres of retail space, this mall is truly a haven for shoppers like us. Expect the find your gamut of designer brands like Saint Laurent and Dior parked next to Japanese favourites such as Kuro, Undercover and Attachment, as well as the best beauty brands in the world all ready to tempt you with their fantastic offerings. Theres even an in-mall theatre where tired patrons can watch traditional Japanese dance performances — a perfect way to entertain your bored spouses and kids.
Price Range: $$ – $$$$
Address: 6 Chome-10-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
8. Matsumoto Kiyoshi
Easily Team Weeklys favourite beauty shop in all of Tokyo, Mastumoto Kiyoshi is a godsend for those hunting for a great beauty deal. While their busy shelves are a visual overload that might turn away some, patiently sort through each product (with some help from Google Translate) and youll find some incredibly finds that cant be bought anywhere else in the world. Head to the Shibuya outlet for three floors of skincare, makeup and beauty finds.
Price Range: $ – $$$$
Address: 22-3 Udagawacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan
9. Super A Market
Super A Market is another multi-label boutique that stocks a wonderful selection of both contemporary and luxury brands. The store has an eclectic mix of brands (and stocks both beauty products as well as homeware), and its colourful merchandise and interesting store design makes it a fun places to walk around and just gather inspiration, even if you dont end up buying anything.
Price Range: $$ – $$$
Address: 3-18-9 Minami-aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062
10. Daikanyama T-site
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