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Omotesandō

Omotesandō is a zelkova-lined avenue running from the entrance of Meiji Shrine to Aoyama-dōri, through the Shibuya and Minato wards. Originally created in the Taishō era as the main approach road to Meiji Shrine, it is now known as one of the world's leading architectural showcases, with luxury flagship stores designed by renowned architects, including Louis Vuitton (Jun Aoki), Prada (Herzog & de Meuron), Tod's (Toyo Ito), Dior (SANAA), Omotesandō Hills (Tadao Ando) and Gyre (MVRDV). Along the avenue are boutiques of international and fast-fashion brands, as well as the Kiddyland toy shop, the Laforet shopping centre and the Oriental Bazaar. Its side streets, known as Ura-Harajuku, are home to cafés, bars, restaurants and specialist shops. Tokyo's St Patrick's Day Parade is held here every year.

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