Kagura is a new restaurant opening at the Togo Kinenkan wedding complex in Harajuku for a limited time from November 19 to 30. The restaurant originally for the Hanami seaosn back in spring and it’s set to return again to serve an exquisite autumnal lunch.
You’ll find it just a 5-minute walk from Harajuku Station enveloped in a 33,000m² expanse of greenery that promises a relaxing and refined time spent.
The restaurant has table seats that look out onto an authentic Japanese style garden as well as a new spacious terrace area.
The garden, which encompasses one’s entire vision out the window, will make you forget you’re in the busy district of Harajuku. One can expect top-class service as expected of a wedding hall that breathes Japanese culture and tradition.
Food can also be served in a bento box. Meals are prepared with high quality ingredients including beef fillet served during wedding ceremonies. The first bento box drawer is an hors d’oeuvre with seasonal vegetables and beef fillet cutlet. The second drawer is full of colour, packed with seafood and mountain vegetables. To wrap up your lunch you can enjoy a chestnut mont blanc specially prepared by the restaurant’s pastry chef together with sweet potato.
If you’d like to enjoy a little luxury while in Harajuku then head to Kagura for some sophisticated dining and a breathtaking view.
Information
Kagura Lunch
Available: Autumn only
Price: ¥5,000 (Tax Included / 1 Drink Included)
*Only 20 served per day. Additional optional drinks available.
Location: Harajuku Togo Kinenkan
Address: Harajuku Togo Kinenkan – Floor 1F, Togo Lounge (1-5-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Running: November 19, 2018 – November 30, 2018
Closed: Weekends & Tuesdays
Opening Hours: 12:00-15:00 (Last Drink/Lunch Orders 14:30)
Access: 5-minutes on foot from Harajuku Station’s Takeshita Exit via JR Line / 5-minutes on foot from Exit 5 of Meiji Jingumae Station via the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Lines
Enquiries: 03-3403-1435
Website: http://www.togo.co.jp/
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Tohnichi are set to open their Kagura beer terrace again this year at Togo Kinenkan, a wedding complex in Harajuku managed by the company with a history spanning over 40 years. It will be open for a limited time only, from July 18 to September 7. It will be just a five-minute walk from Harajuku Station sitting inside the green forest of Togo which spans approximately 33,000m².
The main venue for the beer terrace will be Ae no Niwa, a banquet hall with modern Japanese décor where customers can also make reservations for groups. There are indoor seats as well as open terrace seats that face a Japanese-style garden. Guests are entertained with first-rate service thanks to the locale and can enjoy Japanese tradition and culture. Pick from a buffet packed with high quality ingredients or head to the live kitchen corner which proves popular every year. The chef can prepare ‘braised jambon’ right in front of you, or you can enjoy ‘aligot,’ a French-style mashed potato dish made with Fresh cheese. They will also serve special free cocktails made using 100% natural honey collected from the Togo Shrine site. Beekeeping has taken place at Togo Kinenkan since 2013 in order to continue protecting the 33,000m² natural environment. Surround yourself in the green forest of Togo by kicking back and enjoying a meal and a drink at the beer terrace. ■Information Togo Kinenkan Harajuku – ‘Kagura’ Address: 1-5-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo Running: July 18, 2018 – September 7, 2018 (*Closed Tuesdays) Opening Hours: 6pm-9:30pm (Last Orders 9pm) Price: Buffet (15 items) / All-You-Can-Drink – ¥7,500 (Tax Included) *Max stay-time 3 hours. Reservations Only. Access: 5-minutes on foot from Harajuku Station’s Takeshita Exit via JR Yamanote Line / 5-minutes on foot from Exit 5 of Meiji-Jingumae Station via Chiyoda Line or Fukutoshin Line Reservations: 03-3403-1435 Website: http://www.togo.co.jp/ -
Hi, everyone, it’s Midori here from the MOSHI MOSHI BOX. Autumn is here! Since it’s gotten cooler it’s nice to sit inside a warm café, but I recommend going for a picnic lunch too. Today I want to show you a stylish bakery called The Little BAKERY Tokyo that I visited The bakery is located between Shibuya Station and Harajuku Station.
To get there, first turn left at Flamingo (フラミンゴ), a used clothes store in Omotesando on the side of KIDDY LAND. After a short walk you’ll see a tapioca shop called Goncha (ゴンチャ). There’s a Family Mart through there. Turn left and head down the path. You’ll come to a forked road where you’ll need to turn right. It’s in the direction of the post office! You’ll come to a café – turn right again. After another short walk you’ll see a hamburger shop called The Great Burger, and beside it The Little BAKERY Tokyo! It might be a task getting there if it’s your first time. If you get lost then come and see us in the MOSHI MOSHI BOX and we’ll help you out! Both The Little BAKERY Tokyo and The Great Burger are affiliated businesses. They’re both American and are cute inside! The cheesecakes, sandwiches and everything are wrapped adorably. All the pastries are cute too – where do you even start? The first items I ordered were the strawberry paste butter roll and chocolate muffin. If you eat in your food will come served on a super cute tray like mine! It’s cute and retro. The pastries are so cute they seem a waste to eat. My roll was packed with filling, it was the real deal. You can order for takeout too. It’s nice to order something to go and have a cool looking picnic in Yoyogi Park or at home! Takeout items come in one of the shop’s original bags. I recommend this place if you’re visiting a friend. I also recommend the delicious gourmet burgers next door! Definitely try visiting these places. Information
The Little BAKERY Tokyo
Address: 6-12-6 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Opening Hours: 10:00-20:00
TEL: 03-6450-5707
Information: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130601/13215971/
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Anywhere Door is a cafe in Harajuku whose concept is "a door between Japan and the rest of the world." The cafe has just released the 3rd entry to its line of "Harajuku Fruits" dessert series which has been picked up by Japanese TV, magazines and social media.
So far in the series we've seen the Harajuku Apple and Harajuku Peach, both of which sold out and which made headlines and gained much attention on Instagram. They are cakes made by top bakers in France, Italy, Russia and elsewhere to look just like fruits. The new Harajuku Pear has a fluffy outside and a gooey inside. It contains a mousse made with pears grown in Japan and a compote of cubed pears. The instant you take a bite your mouth is filled with the taste and scent of juicy sweet and sour pear. The outside of the pears are sprinkled with yellow-green cocoa powder which creates a speckled-effect to make it look even more like a real pear. The distinct pear curve is also beautifully retained. It's sure to have you reaching for the camera to snap a photo. Try the Harajuku Pear for yourself which boasts in flavour and appearance. Information
Harajuku La France (Harajuku Pear)
Released: October 15, 2018
Anywhere Door
Address: FLAG 1A, 3-27-15 Jingumae, Shibuya
Opening Hours: 11:00-19:00
Contact: 03-6721-1995
Website: http://anywheredoor.jp
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Harajuku-based Brand KAWAII MONSTER CAFE Opens a Traveling Shop, Halloween Pop-Up Shop Opens in Harajuku
The Harajuku-based brand KAWAII MONSTER CAFE has announced a traveling store, KAWAII MONSTER SHOP. As the project’s first event, a Halloween pop-up shop named ‘KAWAII MONSTER SHOP - Colorful Halloween’ will open for 10 days starting October 19 in the birthplace of the brand, Harajuku. KAWAII MONSTER CAFE is an entertainment restaurant that embodies the vibe of Harajuku in Tokyo, a town that swallows fashion and culture from places around the world and reimagines them into unrestrained originality. Originally opened in 2015 and produced by artist Sebastian Masuda, the colorful and crazy space offered photogenic food and drinks, and guests were served by the iconic Monster Girls clad in future Harajuku fashion. It became a ‘new Tokyo landmark,’ attracting over 700,000 visitors from both Japan and abroad. Even after the restaurant closed in January 2021, its one-of-a-kind concept has lived on in pop-up shops, events, and collaborations with various brands and creators. The pop-up shop, open in Harajuku for a limited time starting October 19, offers food and drinks, merchandise, special experiences, and photo spots themed around the spooky Halloween season. Additionally, a collaboration with the popular Harajuku accessory store 6%DOKIDOKI will be held from October 19-22. Colorful hair accessories will be on sale, and shop girls with Monster Girls makeup experience will be giving seasonal makeovers to visitors.■FOOD & DRINK
During the first half of the event, the pop-up shop will be serving food made in collaboration with the hot dog specialty restaurant HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO. The limited-edition menu includes the crazy Monster Dog, consisting of a monster holding a sausage in its mouth, and the monstrous Philly Cheesesteak, made with juicy tenderloin and tons of cheese. The second half of the event will feature the Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken) from KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s popular menu, along with French Fries with Monster Dip served with five different colorful sauces. Visitors are welcome to get into the Halloween spirit by enjoying the Monster Float during the pop-up event.<10/19~10/22 Exclusive Menu> Monster Dog: ¥880 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO Philly Cheesesteak: ¥1,350 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO <10/26~10/31 Exclusive Menu> Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken): ¥1,200 (Tax Included) French Fries with Monster Dip: ¥700 (Tax Included) Monster Float: ¥800 [Rose/Passionfruit/Kyoho Grape] ■GOODS
New KAWAII MONSTER CAFE goods will make their first appearance at this pop-up shop! Guests can visit the Sweets Factory to create their own candy assortment by filling their favorite containers with chocolates, gummies, and other goodies. Harajuku Icing Cookies will also be available in collaboration with SHONPY, a popular cake shop. Be sure to grab some incredible souvenirs! In addition, popular KAWAII MONSTER CAFE collaboration items from years past will be available, along with adorable plushies from the globally beloved brand Ty. Visitors can also snag some unique zipit pouches and flexible PLUS PLUS blocks starting October 26.■EXPERIENCE
During the event, KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s iconic Monster Girls and the character Choppy will greet guests and take photos, as well as shoot cute Halloween-inspired videos together. Visitors wishing to be transformed into Monster Girls themselves can speak to the store girls, clad in Decora fashion and rocking accessories from 6%DOKIDOKI. These ladies will provide POP Harajuku Monster makeovers featuring original tattoo stickers and unique hair accessories to get you ready for Halloween.■PHOTO SPOT
At the event, guests will find the 3-meter tall Sweets Cake Balloon inspired by the Sweets-Go-Round Cake, the symbol of KAWAII MONSTER CAFE. Surrounded by colorful decorations and captivating monsters, visitors are sure to leave with plenty of special memories.Guests of all ages are invited to spend the Halloween season surrounded by the unique wonders of Harajuku! Information
KAWAII MONSTER SHOP – Colorful Halloween
Running: October 19, 2023 – October 22, 2023/ October 26, 2023 – October 31,2023
Open: 12:00〜19:00
Venue: ASOBIFACTORY（3-21-8, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Access: 7 minutes walk from JR Harajuku Station, 5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae StationBe sure to follow where the pop-up shop will appear in the future!
Interested companies are welcome to contact us.
Learn more about KAWAII MONSTER CAFE here
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO
Last year, the HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE collaboration appeared at AF Gallery in Harajuku from August 10 until August 28, garnering massive acclaim from fans. The collection is now being sold at Shinsaibashi PARCO until March 12, 2023.
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE is a Studio Ghibli-inspired apparel collection by the popular American counterculture chain Hot Topic. Bringing more Japanese culture to the ongoing Studio Ghibli collaboration launched in 2014, Hot Topic stores began selling original items produced by nine Japanese creators and brands, as well as some original American items produced by Hot Topic’s executive designers.
The lineup of Japan-original items includes T-shirts, tote bags, and other items featuring exclusive artwork by up-and-coming creators. These items depict beloved characters from Studio Ghibli’s works, as well as logos created for the collaboration. Fans won’t want to miss grabbing these unique items!
Details on the Previous HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Pop-Up Store: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/625747
Information
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE
Running: February 23 – March 12, 2023
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Shinsaibashi PARCO B1F Pop-Up Space (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Official Site: https://ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
Online Store (Open until March 31, 2023): https://ec.ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Official SNS:
Instagram: @harajuku_collective
(https://www.instagram.com/harajuku_collective）
Twitter: @harajuku_collect (https://twitter.com/harajukucollect)
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Laforet Harajuku will host a pop-up shop inspired by the up-and-coming idol group FRUITS ZIPPER from February 1 until February 14! The FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop will be found on the 5th floor MAKE THE STAGE area. FRUITS ZIPPER debuted in April 2022 and embodies a simple concept: “From Harajuku to the World.” The group’s second single Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro exploded in popularity on TikTok, pulling in over 600 million views. In February, the girls will embark on their first solo concert tour in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. This is the first FRUITS ZIPPER-inspired limited-time shop, and during the event, visuals of the group’s members will be displayed in the show windows found on the first floor of Laforet Harajuku.
◆About the FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop
When entering the venue, fans will be greeted by a 5-meter-wide board where visitors can write and attach their messages to the FRUITS ZIPPER members on heart-shaped cards. Costumes that the members have worn on stage will also be on display, allowing fans to see each stitch up close. Exclusive items featuring new photos of the members will be on sale at the pop-up shop. Fans can enjoy seeing the girls in their own personal style, and these items will only be available during the event! Starting February 4, tour merch for the group’s upcoming solo concert series will also be available for purchase.◆Collaboration with Fruit Sandwich Specialty Store ‘Fruits Box Daikanyama’
Last year’s popular collaboration with Fruit Box Daikanyama, a well-known fruit sandwich shop, is happening again in 2023! Fans can find the Collaboration Gift Box for sale, including seven baked meringue goods each featuring one of the member’s colors. The box also comes with snapshots of the members, and for a few lucky fans, these snaps might be signed! The idol group and sandwich shop have also teamed up to create the Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery, including popular FRUITS ZIPPER goods and original items from Fruits Box Daikanyama. The lucky first-prize winner will receive a special set of all available February tour merchandise in all sizes.◆Member Appearance Planned on Valentine's Day
On February 14, the final day of the pop-up shop, the members of FRUITS ZIPPER will make an appearance! Guests will be able to participate in the first-ever hands-on event with the members, so keep an eye out for more details! Stay up to date with the latest FRUITS ZIPPER news at the official Twitter page (@FRUITS_ZIPPER). FRUITS ZIPPER Pop-Up Shop Exclusive GoodsRandom Photo - Valentine pop-up ver. (21 varieties): ¥330 (Tax Included) Random Pin - Valentine pop-up ver. (7 varieties): ¥500 (Tax Included) Random Purikura Stickers - Valentine pop-up ver. (14 varieties): ¥600 (Tax Included) Information
FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine POP-UP SHOP
Running: February 1 – February 14, 2023
Venue: Laforet Harajuku 5F MAKE THE STAGE
*Closed on February 7 and February 8[Fruits Box Daikanyama Collaboration Goods]
Collaboration Gift Box: ¥3,500 (Tax Included)
Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery: ¥1,500 per try (Tax Included)Check out more details about the pop-up below!
https://www.laforet.ne.jp/pop_up_shop/fruitszipper_2301/Stay up to date:
FRUITS ZIPPER Official Twitter
https://twitter.com/FRUITS_ZIPPER/<Tour Information>
FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTERDate: February 3, 2023
Venue: ReNY limited
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Contact: Sunday Folk Promotion (052-320-9100) *Open daily 12:00-18:00Date: February 5, 2023
Venue: Nanba Hatch
Time: Doors open 16:30 / Show starts 17:30
Contact: Kyodo Information (0570-200-888)FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER 〜FRUITS DAY〜
Date: February 9, 2023
Venue: Shibuya WWW X
Time: Doors open 18:00 / Show starts 19:00
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION (03-5720-9999) *Open weekdays 11:00-19:00FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER 〜ZIPPER DAY〜
Date: February 10, 2023
Venue: Shibuya WWW X
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION (03-5720-9999) *Open weekdays 11:00-19:00FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER -TOUR FINAL –
Date: February 12, 2023
Venue: LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
Time: Doors open 17:00 / Show starts 18:00
Contact: Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3777) *Open weekdays 12:00-15:00Buy tickets for all shows here: https://l-tike.com/artist/000000000899959/
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The Winter 2022-2023 issue of the revived fashion creator magazine Zipper went on sale on December 23. This issue focuses on this winter’s must-know trends and is packed with coordination tips, outfit plans through spring, snapshots, hair and makeup tips, and much more. Zipper ended its 24-year history in December 2017. In March 2022, ASOBISYSTEM teamed up with DONUTS Inc. to revive the magazine as a quarterly release. The fashion magazine, popular with Gen Z, is known for sharing details aspects of Harajuku culture and will continue to share more from the creative center of Tokyo for years to come.
Standard Edition (Cover: Nagisa Saito)
Another Edition (Cover: FRUITS ZIPPER）
Information
Zipper 2022-2023 Winter Issue
Release Date: December 23, 2022
Price: ¥700
Publisher: DONUTS
Publishing Company: ShodenshaAvailable at bookstores nationwide and online
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The global online fashion brand SHEIN has become wildly popular, shipping goods to over 150 countries. The world’s first permanent brick-and-mortar SHEIN store will open in Harajuku, Tokyo on November 13, 2022, displaying popular styles and items perfect for the Japanese market. All items on display will be available for purchase on the official SHEIN app simply by scanning the QR code on the tag. While items won’t be available to purchase in-store, the location will be a place where curious customers can try things on and explore new trends. The store has two floors and carries women's and men's wear, as well as kids' wear, pet goods, and accessories. In addition to standard fitting rooms, there will also be a photo booth and SHEIN gacha machine! This summer, the brand held its first pop-up event in Japan, traveling to five cities over two days. In October 2022, the three-month-long SHEIN POPUP OSAKA event invited customers could try on clothes and discover new styles. “SHEIN TOKYO is planning to hold a number of events to make the SHEIN brand more familiar to new customers. Please visit us and enjoy perusing our reasonably priced but high-quality items,” an official comment reads.
Information
SHEIN TOKYO
Open: November 13, 2022
Address: b-town Building C, 1, 2F (4-25-9 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Hours: 11:00-19:00 (Closed during New Year’s holiday)
Official Website: https://jp.shein.com
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Momoko Sakura’s popular series Chibi Maruko-chan is filled with beloved characters, and Coji-Coji has remained a fan favorite for decades. Starting in October 2022, fans will be able to grab goods from the new COJI-COJI BABY brand.
The made-for-babies merchandise line will feature new artwork. The first theme is ‘outer space,’ and little ones will love the pastel colors and playful illustrations. A promo video has also been posted to the official Coji-Coji YouTube channel. About COJI-COJI BABY
“A snooze on the moon…From childhood to the faraway future, Coji-Coji is always cozy-cozy.Such a valuable life.Grow together with your baby.Snuggle up with your family. Be there to relax with those you love. Spend irreplaceable time together.After all of these desires and thoughts came together,COJI-COJI BABY was born.”Product Release Information
Sales of COJI-COJI BABY products began on October 12, 2022 on the official Eightex Japan online store.Coji-Coji Costume Romper: ¥9,900
COJI-COJI BABY Fair Now Open!
Starting on October 15, the COJI-COJI BABY Fair is being held at Kiddy Land Harajuku and Kiddy Land Osaka Umeda. During the event period, those who purchase over ¥4,000 (including tax) on COJI-COJI BABY products will receive an original mini shikishi. This is a perfect frame for your baby’s handprint or footprint!Information
COJI-COJI BABY
Official Online Store: https://eightex.com/pages/cojicoji
COJI-COJI BABY Fair
Running: October 15, 2022 ~
Venue: Kiddy Land Harajuku, Kiddy Land Osaka Umeda
*Bonus goods are only available while supplies last
*COJI-COJI BABY products will be available starting October 15.
COJI-COJI BABY Promo Video: https://youtu.be/QyGTaz8geT0