Street entrance on the boulevard, Omote-sando, Harajuku & Aoyama

Oriental Bazaar

Harajuku & Aoyama


This long-running souvenir shop sells a variety of goods, from inexpensive pottery and yukata (cotton kimono) to antique screens and chests. Note that not all the cheaper items are made in Japan (check the labels). Staff speak English and can arrange overseas shipping.


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