As a , there's an undeniable pleasure in immersing yourself in a culture that’s so effortlessly chic. Considered Asia’s fashion capital, the metropolitan city lived up to every bit of its reputation. Therefore, developing a guide that specifically explores the things to do in Tokyo via its burgeoning fashion scene is definitely a handy tool to have—something I realised when I visited the country recently.
From the subtle sophistication of its residents' style to the retail extravagance, the attention to detail in , and the constant innovation, the city left me yearning for more, inspiring me to put together a guide to the city’s best fashion districts and what to do there. The city’s and business district became my de facto home for the days I was in Tokyo. With the best curation of both international and indigenous fashion housed in buildings that can only be called architectural marvels, Ginza is a playground for fashion lovers.
As I sauntered through the streets, Tokyo's distinct street style aesthetic unfolded before us — defined by sharp silhouettes, layered ensembles, and a palette dominated by blacks, whites, beiges, and navy blues, with occasional glimpses of For the best curation of global labels from luxury houses like Dior, Celine, Saint Laurent, to new-age labels including The Row, Acne Studios and Rick Owens. Hop over to the Tsutaya bookstore on the sixth floor to glance through art and fashion magazines. Catch Kenji Yanobe’s Big Cat Bang installati.