What is Harajuku?

If you're a Target shopper like me, and if you love Japan (which is why you're here, right? :) ), then you've probably seen the brand Harajuku Mini, by Gwen Stefani. The brand instantly caught my eye, because I love all things Nippon, but I'd never heard of Harajuku.

Harajuku is, to put it simply, a fashion district in Japan. The name refers to the area around Harajuku Station in Shibuya, Tokyo, where young people gather every Sunday in the wildest street clothing you'll see on the planet, sporting styles from loli to goth to cosplay. In fact, it's common to see one person showing off many different styles in one outfit. The roots of Harajuku can be traced all the way back to World War II, and nowadays, designers all over the world are influenced by what they see there.

WikiHow offers a simple guide on how to dress in the Harajuku style.