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Sights with historical relevance in Harajuku are likely a big part of your travel plans. During your stay, you can visit the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, INN THE OMOTESANDO is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a short 4-minute drive away.

Harajuku is home to 28 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Harajuku is notable for landmarks like Zenkoji Temple. Cultural venues include Nezu Art Museum, Laforet Museum and Ota Memorial Museum of Art. Meiji Jingu Shrine is another popular sight to explore.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Harajuku, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Harajuku, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.