The Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku is probably one of the wildest and most unique building fronts I have encountered in my travels. On my recent trip to Tokyo, I explored Harajuku and walked around the Omotesando and Harajuku intersection; I bumped into this futuristic place by chance.

Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku

However, this unique building facade is nothing new. It was initially opened in 2012 and has impressed many people over the years.

The overview of the entrance with a packed crowd of people walking by.

The unique kaleidoscopic escalator tunnel is made from various tilted mirror-polished stainless-steel panels and acts as a gateway transition into the building.

Visitors who walk in will be mesmerized by the sheer effect of the multiple mirror images seen from all angles, and when you exit, you will experience the ultimate effect, as seen in the main photo.

Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP, and Takenaka Corporation of Japan also do unique architectural design.

Notice where visitors stand at the top of the escalator and pose in the middle.

Tourists are taking time to pose at the Insta-famous Glass Entrance of Harajuku.

Harajuku Glass Building Photo Ethics

As always, there are some ethics to be practised here. When I came on a weekend, there was a short line of Instagrammers and TikTokkers waiting at the top of the escalator. This means that you need to take your turn to get that photo, and please do not take more than a couple of minutes because other people are also waiting.

This has already become one of the must-take photos of Harajuku; therefore, please practice ethics when you are here. If you cannot wait, head up the escalator, turn around and head back down, taking photos as you go down. Remember not to obstruct anyone when taking pictures.

I know that some Instagrammers or TikTokkers will take forever to get that shot, so if you are one of them, please be conscious.

It only takes about six to seven minutes to walk from the main Harajuku Station, and this is an average day without crowds. On weekends, walking could take up to ten minutes if you do not get distracted by the many interesting shops along the way.

If you walk through Takeshita Street, head to the end, and when you exit, turn right and walk to the main Meiji-dori Avenue junction.

Directions from the main Harajuku Station.

Conclusion

You can also read my other articles about Japan to see where I went, what I ate and what I did when I visited. The next time you visit Harajuku, walk to Jingumae Crossing to see this incredible art marvel that is bound to impress you.

And get your camera or smartphone ready, as the photos from Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku are guaranteed to be Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, or Facebook-friendly!