Shibuya Crossing
Shibuya Crossing
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
The only place where 7 cross roads come together and the lights all turn red at the same time. Thousands of pedestrians then all cross at the same time. Just amazing.
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Neighborhood: Shibuya / Harajuku / Ebisu
There are countless opportunities to shop in the Shibuya and Harajuku districts, especially in shops that focus on Japan's "Kawaii" culture. The trendiest areas are around Shibuya’s Center district, Harajuku's Takeshita-dori and in Omotesando. If you need to recharge from all the shopping, you can easily refresh yourself in Meiji Jingu or Sasaki Park. In contrast, Ebisu has a more grown up ambiance of calm and cool. At the Museum of Yebisu Beer you can learn about the beer that was responsible for the town’s name, and enjoy dining at the popular noodle shops in the surrounding area.
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7,520 reviews
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Very good
2,526
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Dansker58
San Francisco, CA406 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Fun experience but not as busy as we had anticipated, perhaps it was the time of day. Interesting that there can be so many pedestrians crossing at once, at all different directions. Fun to see if you are in the area.
Written March 21, 2023
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Polisgirl
Polis, Cyprus634 contributions
Jan 2023
It's really fun to watch this busy crossing and get some pictures then cross yourself at the next opportunity.
Written March 17, 2023
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Marie
Reading, UK15 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
It’s got to be done, doesn’t it!
Always an experience whether you’re doing the crossing or simply watching people walk on by. There’s a lot of shopping to do in the area too so you can incorporate this into milling around looking for souvenirs.
Always an experience whether you’re doing the crossing or simply watching people walk on by. There’s a lot of shopping to do in the area too so you can incorporate this into milling around looking for souvenirs.
Written March 2, 2023
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Jei
87 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
A really big crossing, it’s really fun to cross it but it’s also fun to wait for the green light to turn on and just look at the people crossing the street, it’s entertaining to see so many people crossing the huge street all in order, without bumping into anybody, I love how respectful the Japanese are. Also, I really recommend looking at it from up any of the skyscrapers situated around the crossing.
Written February 26, 2023
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Thao
Bellevue, WA19 contributions
Dec 2022
I guess if you wanted a free activity to do, this would be it. But at the end of the day, it's just a cross walk that locals use because it's such a busy city. You can tell who the tourists are with the giant lensed camera trying to capture people crossing the streets of Tokyo. The surrounding area has a lot going on though so it is a worth while neighborhood to visit.
Written February 17, 2023
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Andrew B
Dubai, United Arab Emirates131 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
It’s just lots of people crossing a really busy road. If that’s your bag, then it’s a cracking half hour. If not… then try and avoid.
Written February 12, 2023
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Christy
London, UK219 contributions
Jan 2023
Well , it is literally a manic style crossing, which makes for fantastic viewing from above (if you are able to) It makes for great photographs and fun people watching; would recommend if you're in the area.
Written January 31, 2023
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united9999
Coventry, UK135 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Sheer mayhem, the busiest place I have been, there are people everywhere, a great place to people watch and soak up the atmosphere
Written January 28, 2023
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R. K. V.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam2,323 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Great place- amazing energy and incredible atmosphere. Wonderful place to appreciate the vibrant culture of Japan and shibuya in particular
Written January 27, 2023
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Anna V
Sydney, Australia36 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
A bit of fun to experience this crossing but not as busy as it can be when raining. We definitely recommend going to Shibuya scramble modern high rise tower to view the crossing from the ‘event floor’ (free) then dining at one of the lovely restaurants there.
Written January 16, 2023
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Passenger48454794783
Khulna City, Bangladesh
Where did you take this photo ?
MGM
47 contributions
Inside the walkway of the train station. Because It is hard for me to get an aerial view shot of the busy steeets.
How to get there from haneda
Rich
San Diego, CA644 contributions
If you have an iPhone, it’s easy. Open Apple maps, type in the location you want to go to (the crossing) and it’ll give you step-by-step directions how to get there (including easy to follow subway directions)
subayside
Bayside, NY
Which hotel is near shibuya crossing
Peter_travel_13
Dubai, United Arab Emirates134 contributions
I stayed at the Shibuya Hotel En - literally just a few minutes walk and you’re there. Great hotel, excellent staff
Jess0615
Portage, MI273 contributions
Are these specific things to do here besides the crowd? Places to try for food (besides starbucks) and other things to see/experience?
KatyJean81
Shibuya, Japan89 contributions
It’s the center of Shibuya, so there’s everything to do here. I mean, the scrabble itself is a pedestrian crossing, but the Tokyu Food Show is underneath it, the Shibuya yokocho (along with hundreds of other restaurants) is maybe 300 meters away, there’s a virtual reality place around the corner. Yoyogi Park is within walking distance, you can see a show at the Tokyo Orb theatre at the top of the Hikarie building, you can visit the D47 museum which has a different exhibit every month or so... there’s an insane amount to do in this area.
ckono001
Lisbon, Portugal67 contributions
Is there a hotel or restaurant located in a highrise above the area that has a great viewing of the Shibuya Pedestrian Scramble?
ninjagirl2015
Sihanoukville, Cambodia86 contributions
Not sure about restaurants but there is a big Starbucks on one corner. The window seats were very busy but I think you’d have a decent view.
Panda A
Los Angeles, CA10 contributions
How do you get here from Takeshita Street Harajuku? I've been using google maps but for some reason it's not showing a clear route either by walking or by subway.
Nannu1961
Cwmbran, UK157 contributions
Hi, Take the Yamanote Line (JR Rail) to Shibuya one stop from Harajuku.
trickyPatrickY
San Francisco, CA8 contributions
When the red light comes on, how much time do people have to cross the intersection?
MGSreject
London, UK468 contributions
long enough
trickyPatrickY
San Francisco, CA8 contributions
When the red light comes on, how much time do people have to cross the intersection?
lovetheunexpected
Northwich, UK1,916 contributions
yes plenty of time, Tokyo is nowhere near as hectic as perceived. yes there are lots of people but it's all very civilised & calm.
Rhyscollins23
7 contributions
whats the busiest time to go?
Jennifer K
Melbourne, Australia73 contributions
Peak hour when offices open at about 9am
Enitx's C
2 contributions
Whats the most famous shopping center in shibuya? Is it cheapest or so expensive?
Shibuya Crossing - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Shibuya Crossing
- Shibuya Crossing is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking Shibuya Crossing tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 96 Shibuya Crossing tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Shibuya Crossing:
- Walking Food Tour of Shibuya at Night (From $182.00)
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- Freely set up plans Guided Private Tours in Tokyo (From $134.01)
- Hotels near Shibuya Crossing:
- (0.07 mi) Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu
- (0.11 mi) Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel
- (0.20 mi) The Millennials Shibuya
- (0.22 mi) Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel
- (0.21 mi) Shibuya Stream Excel Hotel Tokyu
- Restaurants near Shibuya Crossing:
- (0.01 mi) Hoshino Coffee 109Men's Store
- (0.01 mi) Takoya Dotonbori Kukuru
- (0.01 mi) Yakiniku Ushihachi Shibuya
- (0.02 mi) Asahizushi Sohonten Shibuya Tokyu Toyoko 9f
- (0.03 mi) Shunsai
- Attractions near Shibuya Crossing:
- (0.01 mi) Shibu Chika Shopping Road
- (0.02 mi) Hachiko
- (0.03 mi) Culinary Backstreets
- (0.03 mi) Aperture Tours
- (0.03 mi) Hello Kitty Store 109-2