/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

>>10060404
Shimokitazawa also has the Darwin Room, which is a natural science-focused shop and cafe / event space, really cute in a mori-girl way (although taxidermy ahoy, if you're sensitive to that sort of thing).

For CC: ask for a points card, you can combine across stores. If you visit the CC in Shinjuku, it's worth treking a few extra blocks to the nearby Maiden Clothing. Their selection isn't fantastic but I've always come across one or two things that made the trip worthwhile.

>>10064517
The Abilletage store decor is really gorgeous if you're into classic-goth and they often have flyers for interesting events.

Two more places with great gothic-lolita decor and atmosphere in Ginza: Bar Zikkai (pictured) and the Iron Fairies (Zikkai also opens as a cafe in the afternoon, Iron Fairies is strictly an evening bar). They're both near the Vampire Cafe which makes for a fun night out. Zikkai is pretty popular and small so you might need reservations.

Artism.jp has listings for upcoming events including their artism market, which is great for both people-watching and shopping from small indie brands. Design Festa is another fun event, not goth-lolita specific but a lot of the indie brands will vend there.

Get a pocket wifi or sim card; navigating without GPS is a nightmare and having internet will allow you to use Google Translate, which can help with both reading signs / menus and asking staff for help.