When you think of Harajuku’s Takeshita Street, it’s the mecca for “squeezes” with their unbeatable texture! The squeeze craze has recently reignited, and more shops are getting crowded than ever before.
To help you avoid the regret of thinking, “I went all that way but couldn’t get in…,” we’ve compiled the latest on-site conditions and information on recommended shops.
In this guide, we’ll cover crowd levels and ticket information for popular shops, plus give you a detailed look at “Picnic”—a shop with a wide selection and amazing sales!
1. Japan Squeeze Center Harajuku Main Store (Sukusen)
When it comes to "the world's largest squeeze toy specialty store," this is the place!
First on the list is the shop commonly known as “Sukusen.” With many limited-edition items, it’s always bustling with fans.
Current Status: It’s been extremely popular lately, and it’s not uncommon to see lines stretching all the way out the door.
Note: If you want to ensure you can make a purchase, we recommend visiting with plenty of time to spare.
More Info: For more details on reservations and limited-edition items at Sukusen, check out this article!
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2. MOOOSH SQUISHY (Mosh) Harajuku Store
Look for the giant squishies—they’re guaranteed to make for great social media photos!
"MOOOSH" is famous for its high-quality, fragrant squishies.
Crowds and Numbered Tickets: It’s extremely popular, and even if you visit around 3:00 PM, you’ll find many people waiting in line with numbered tickets.
Tips: Since same-day numbered tickets may run out early in the afternoon, it’s best to visit in the morning to secure one.
3. Picnic Harajuku Store
With a wide selection, you’re sure to find your favorite!
Located on Takeshita Street, "Picnic" is a hot spot with an impressive selection of squishies.
Features: They carry a wide variety of items, from character-themed squishies to food-themed ones and sparkly decorated squishies.
Tip: A great option when other specialty shops are too crowded. You might even find rare items exclusive to this store!
During my recent visit to the Picnic Harajuku Store, I discovered some incredibly appealing products and sales!
An Overwhelming Selection
The store is packed to the brim with squishies. The food-themed squishies have packaging that looks so much like the real thing, you’ll find yourself wanting to eat them!
There’s even a “50% OFF” super sale!
Believe it or not, some squishies were marked down 50% off! A large “SPECIAL PRICE” sign was prominently displayed, and some items could even be purchased for just over 100 yen (like 110 yen including tax). High-quality squishies that are usually too pricey at specialty stores are a great opportunity for bulk buying here!
While "Paris Kids" is famous as an accessory shop, they actually carry squishies too.
Recommendation: Currently, they have about five carefully selected, cute squeeze toys available.
Advantage: Since shopping here is relatively smoother than at specialty squeeze toy stores, it’s a hidden gem for anyone thinking, “I just want a cute squeeze toy right now!”
Cute "Paw Print" & "Ice Cream" Squeezes
What really caught my eye were the colorful paw-print “GUIMAUVE CAT PAWS” and the soft-serve ice cream squishies. Both come in adorable packaging, making them perfect for gifts or souvenirs.
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