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By 有限会社ダック
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Price is NZ$57 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
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Overview

    • Discover hidden vintage treasures in the backstreets of Harajuku
    • Enjoy a personalised tour led by a local collector and professional guide
    • Visit curated stores that match your wishlist and bypass tourist traps
    • Deep dive into Japanese curation and see rare vintage archives
    • Get expert advice on dating tags, verifying details, and finding your fit

Activity location

    • Tokyo
    • Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒150-0001 東京都渋谷区神宮前4丁目32−16 | We will meet in front of the New Balance Harajuku store, located at the intersection of Takeshita Street and Meiji-dori Avenue. To find me easily, look for the guy dressed in the 'Vintage King' outfit: I’ll be wearing classic Levi’s 501s and Red Wing boots, with a vintage red bandana in my back pocket. I will also be holding up my phone displaying a 'VINTAGE TOUR' sign. I look forward to meeting you and starting our hunt for your next grail! I will be waiting for you in front of the New Balance Harajuku entrance. By Train: 4-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station (Takeshita Exit) or 2-minute walk from Meijijingu-mae Station (Exit 5).
    • Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Personalised vintage shopping tour
  • Inclusions
    Expert guide with deep knowledge of vintage clothing
  • Inclusions
    Visit to curated vintage stores in Harajuku
  • Inclusions
    Assistance with authentication and dating of vintage items
  • Inclusions
    Help with size conversion and communication with shop staff
  • Exclusions
    Transport to and from Harajuku
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Personal purchases

What you can expect

  • Meet your guide at a convenient location in Harajuku. After a quick briefing and a review of your “Target List,” head straight into the labyrinth of “Ura-Harajuku.”

    Begin with a brief consultation to align with your group's interests. Whether you are a solo collector hunting for a “Museum Piece” from the 1940s or a group of friends looking for high-quality daily vintage like 90s Champion or classic workwear, your guide will decide the most efficient route on the spot.

    Learn about the layout of Harajuku’s different districts—from the high-end archives to the hidden “Ura-Hara” backstreets. Instead of the famous tourist-heavy shops, visit the curated stores that match your specific wishlist.

    For the Heritage Seeker, visit boutiques known for their precision in sourcing 1930s-1950s Americana, including raw denim, rare militaria, and mid-century sportswear. For the Lifestyle Collector, explore shops focusing on the “Golden Era” of American workwear and sportswear. Look for the perfect patina on brands like Levi’s, Dickies, and Hanes.

    In the latter half of your journey, dive into the lesser-known spots—basement shops and hidden second-floor locations that lack English signs. This is where the real deals are found.

    Your guide provides hands-on support with authentication and dating. Check tags, rivets, and fabric details to ensure you’re getting exactly what you pay for. Get help with size conversion, as Japanese vintage sizing can be unique. Find the right fit for your body type.

    Benefit from translation and communication assistance. Bridge the gap between you and the shop staff to ask about stock in the back or specific item histories.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tokyo
    • Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 日本、〒150-0001 東京都渋谷区神宮前4丁目32−16 | We will meet in front of the New Balance Harajuku store, located at the intersection of Takeshita Street and Meiji-dori Avenue. To find me easily, look for the guy dressed in the 'Vintage King' outfit: I’ll be wearing classic Levi’s 501s and Red Wing boots, with a vintage red bandana in my back pocket. I will also be holding up my phone displaying a 'VINTAGE TOUR' sign. I look forward to meeting you and starting our hunt for your next grail! I will be waiting for you in front of the New Balance Harajuku entrance. By Train: 4-minute walk from JR Harajuku Station (Takeshita Exit) or 2-minute walk from Meijijingu-mae Station (Exit 5).
    • Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan