13 best indoor things to do in Tokyo to escape the bad weather
With stunning design that features a vertical rooftop garden embedded into a reflective, geometric facade, the new Tokyu Plaza Harajuku Harakado shares aesthetic DNA with Tokyo Plaza Omotesando Harajuku directly opposite.
A total of 75 shops, restaurants, bars and other businesses can be found across Harakado's nine above-ground and three basement levels. Mixed among the shopping opportunities are a number of cool experiences. For instance, you'll find an authentic sento bath with retro vibes in the basement, two floors of dining and drinking options, a free library of Japanese magazines, plus an art-filled relaxation space.
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