Start the day by exploring Meiji Shrine.

Leave the shrine through its main gate next to Harajuku Station. Cross the street in front of the station and explore the trendy shops and boutiques of Takeshita Dori Street. Note that most shops do not open before 11am.

At the end of Takeshita Dori head south to the fashion and luxury stores of Omotesando. Walk down toward Omotesando Hills and then head back toward Harajuku Station.

Head west past the Yoyogi National Stadium and turn south at the first light toward Shibuya.

Continue south past the Museum of Tobacco and Salt and turn right after the Parco Department Store down toward the Spain Slope, Tokyu Hands and Center Gai. Check out the famous Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue next to Shibuya Station.

Take the train to Shinjuku.

Walk to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and head up to the observation deck. Afterwards spend the rest of your time explore the shops and restaurants around Shinjuku.