OSAKA & HARAJUKU LOLITA SHOPPING MAPS. WHERE TO BUY GOTHIC LOLITA HARAJUKU FRUITS CLOTHES IN TOKYO JAPAN, SHOP LIST & ADDRESSES FOR COOL JAPANESE CLOTHING STORES.
Looking for the best places to shop for Gothic Lolita clothes in Tokyo, Japan? Volume 7 of Kera Maniax has a stellar map of Harajuku’s stores. I’ve translated and added in some items. But as I advised in this post, I like going down Takeshita Doori, browsing the twist and turns, going right on Meiji Doori and ending at Laforet. Don’t stress about finding particular stores — you’ll run into them in your explorations.
The same issue of Kera has an Osaka guide. I’ve yet to check these out… What do you think of the shopping in this city?
For photos of each store and more info, please visit my constantly-updated Gothic & Sweet Lolita shopping guide. Above: a Kera street snap; an oldie but a goodie!
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October 1st, 2009 at 04:38
Emma says:I enjoyed shopping in Osaka more than in Tokyo, actually (except of course for Closet Child, because nothing beats Closet Child!) Everything was pretty close to eachother and the streets are so nice and cozy to walk around in… My hotel was so close to everything as well, it was the ultimate shopping experience! The hotel was called Dormy Inn, smack in the middle of Amerikamura and not expensive. But beware, they only offer breakfast to customers who stay hard. Oh how I love Engrish. ;)
October 1st, 2009 at 05:29
lacarmina says:That's what she said! Oyy….
I will remember this info for the next time I have a chance to go… I'm always here for work, so I haven't had a chance to make a side trip… I hope I can soon!
October 1st, 2009 at 06:08
Sarah says:*tries to read maps* Uh oh… *heard explodes* I've never ben to good at directions lol.
October 1st, 2009 at 15:37
Brittan Clark says:planning a trip to japan and wondering what hotel is closet to the best shopping (aka best lolita stores) do you have an opinion?
October 1st, 2009 at 17:47
Caroline says:Good timing, my sister is studying in Osaka, I can send her shopping there for me ;)
October 1st, 2009 at 17:48
stillprince says:Hey hey hey!! Don't forget about Vivienne Westwtood shop (can't see if it's already on there lol)
October 1st, 2009 at 17:48
anna hi says:i love their outfits, her boots are cute, reminds me of peter pans shoes lol
October 1st, 2009 at 17:49
lacarmina says:Sexy Dynamite Queen in Harajuku and Closet Child sell her stuff.. have you seen this post? http://www.lacarmina.com/blog/2008/04/sexy-dyna...
October 1st, 2009 at 17:51
lacarmina says:Oh true! I once got P Pan shoes but they hurt my feet…
October 1st, 2009 at 17:52
lacarmina says:In Tokyo, anywhere close to Shinjuku/Shibuya/Harajuku are great… Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro is cheap and nearby. Lots of cheap Shinjuku places too… ask Tokyotopia.com – she has great recommedations!
October 1st, 2009 at 17:56
Milz says:i like nudi boy myself. and i will be there in 14 days. thankyou for the maps. i have some new places to explore.
October 1st, 2009 at 19:22
Ria says:Ooh awesome!!! Thanks so much for all your help!
Definitely gonna check all of these out when I go to Osaka and Tokyo later in the year woohoo!
<3
October 2nd, 2009 at 18:10
em says:I stayed in Sakura Hotel on my Japan trip! It's pretty nice–the rooms are small, but that's expected (unless you get the bigger traditional styled one), and you probably won't be in them much anyway.
October 2nd, 2009 at 18:59
lacarmina says:Hahah exactly — I always think it's better to be in a good location than to be in a first-class hotel. :)
October 12th, 2009 at 23:27
shichi says:Awww they left off Yellow House.
December 1st, 2009 at 16:35
canadien chicky poo says:that's sooo not fair!! >:( all the clothing stores in my country suck…….
i wish i could go shoppin' there.
December 2nd, 2009 at 01:13
lacarmina says:Marui One sells clothes online! http://www.maruione.jp and ships internationally!
December 2nd, 2009 at 09:13
lacarmina says:Marui One sells clothes online! http://www.maruione.jp and ships internationally!
August 8th, 2010 at 13:50
tygerwillow says:Do you have any updates for the Osaka map now that you've been there?
August 9th, 2010 at 07:33
lacarmina says:Hi! Ahh I'm going to post all my Osaka store photos first, and then update the map… Basically, if you walk around the area where most the stores are concentrated in Shinsaibashi, you'll be able to find everything. Just look for the Lolita dresses in the windows!