Harajuku Girls Sandwiched between Shinjuku and Shibuya, Harajuku is a great place to see youth culture up close.  Named after the area around Harakuju Station, and brought to many people’s attention by Gwen Stafani’s Harajuku Girls backup dancers, Harajuku not only offers the latest in youth fashion, but is also close to Meiji Shrine, Yoyogi Park, and Omotesando.  Unfortunately, it Read more...

Meiji Shrine – Main Entrance The Meiji Shrine, or Meiji Jingu, is an essential stop for anyone visiting Japan.  It is a great way to see some Japanese culture, enjoy a walk through the woods, and – if lucky – see a traditional Japanese wedding.  The accessibility is a bit of a mixed bag, though.  While there is a nice Read more...

Known as a center for youth fashion and culture, Shibuya is a popular shopping and entertainment area that is full of lights, shopping, and crowds. As Shibuya is a large area, accessibility can of course vary with location. Many shops are accessible, but some are not. However, despite the crowds, Shibuya is a fun place to visit even in a Read more...

Daikanyama is often referred to as Tokyo’s Brooklyn and features high-end fashion boutiques and trendy cafes. Unfortunately, a large majority of the smaller shops are not wheelchair accessible. Background Information Part of Shibuya Ward, Daikanyama fits in well with other high-end retail neighborhoods like the nearby Nakameguro and Ebisu. The area has many low-rise concrete building and a spread-out shopping Read more...

The National Noh Theater is the principle theater in Tokyo for viewing Noh and Kyogen, two traditional forms of Japanese theater. It is a must visit for anyone with an interest in the performing arts who happens to find themselves traveling in Tokyo. Background Information Noh theater is a kind of musical drama that has been performed in Japan since Read more...