All these different Harajuku styles make it difficult to pin down just what Harajuku fashion really is, but it is clear that everyone involved in the Harajuku scene shares a respect for clothing and style. Many people see Harajuku as a place to express individuality and freedom, providing escape...
What is Street Chic? What is Harajuku Fashion? What is Organic Clothing? What are the Benefits of Cotton Clothing? Discussion Comments By bluedolphin — On Mar 12, 2013 People, please don't pay a lot of money to buy "streetwear brands." There is no such thing! That's not what stre...
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Chinese online fast fashion giant Shein, a Gen Z favourite, is also eyeing the potential of Japan. The company opened its first full-scale bricks-and-mortar space in the world in April in Tokyo, following multiple pop-ups in 2022. The space in Harajuku is used as a showroom (customers ...
Preppy Clothing Brands: Beams (and Beams Plus) The poster brand for Japan’s love affair with Americana, Beams started as a small shop modeled on a UCLA dorm room in Tokyo’s Harajuku in 1976. Today, it’s grown to become a sprawling retail empire that is far better known on home ...
Japan is famous worldwide for its unique style, especially the fashionistas of Harajuku in Tokyo. That said, before I went to Japan I failed to consider that not everyone, everywhere, is into the bright and quirky style of Harajuku, so with that in mind, we’ve combined the quirky and ...
When walking throughTokyo's lively streetsor exploring fashion hubs like Harajuku, you'll see black clothing dominating. It's especially popular because it complements the city'sfast-paced lifestyle. Black isn't just a color, it's a statement that signifies both simplicity and depth. You'll ...
Image: The Real McCoy's Store in the Harajuku district of Tokyo While we can break out the various styles, items and design aesthetics that have defined “Japanese Americana”, those are nothing without identifying the brands that have helped shape the space and broadcast it to an audience wel...
For a serene moment amidst the urban hustle, visit theMeiji Shrine, nestled in a lush forest just a short walk from Harajuku. This peaceful oasis is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Arrive early to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and avoid the crowds. The shrine’s impressi...
A fashion statement is an event during which a person or group of people wear either a specific article of clothing or an entire outfit that somehow stands out and grabs the attention of onlookers. For example, a very new trend in fashion that has not yet caught on may be called a "fa...