Harajuku is an iconic micro-neighborhood, perhaps the most well-known named district to international audiences. Fashion and youth counterculture permeate this area, with the focal point being the iconic Takeshita Street. Enjoy a morning crepe and explore the fashion and street vendors of the famous pedestrian alley known as Takeshita Street. Expose yourself to every dimension of Japanese fashion, from observing "kawaii" culture, to wading through seas of alleyway vendors, to indulging in the more upscale mall establishments. This is a great time to buy souvenirs, trinkets, and clothes.

Shibuya, in this guide, refers to the downtown neighborhood surrounding Shibuya Station. Take an afternoon to enjoy the malls and specialty stores around one of the busiest train stations in the world. Omotesando Hills is perhaps the most famous mall complex in Tokyo, boasting everything from street kicks to upscale fashion. Shibuya crossing is touted as the busiest intersection in the world and perhaps the best place on earth to "people-watch." Shibuya is hands-down the best area to get any shopping done, and a great chance to try some of Tokyo's famous vertically-oriented department stores.

Ebisu is a neighborhood that is well-known for its cuisine and drinks. Spend the evening at an upscale resaurant or cafe, and then enjoy the nightlife at a cozy izakaya. This neighborhood was named after the Yebisu Brewery, which was originally located here and helped transform the area into the brew and gastronomy center that it is today. Yebisu Garden Place and its many neighboring biergarten-style izakayas combine German and Japanese culture in a unique fusion. Ebisu is a chill place to relax or barhop with friends and famously friendly locals and is good for solo trips as well.