Shibuya
Tokyo's fashion and youth culture epicenter. The famous crossing, Harajuku's fashion tribes, and some of the city's best shopping and nightlife.
Don't Miss
Shibuya Crossing
World's busiest pedestrian crossing. Up to 3,000 people per light change. Iconic.
Tip: Best photos from Shibuya Sky or Starbucks overlooking the crossing.
Harajuku
Youth fashion capital. Takeshita Street is a madhouse, but the side streets have gems.
Tip: Weekends are packed. Visit weekday mornings for actual shopping.
Meiji Shrine
Peaceful Shinto shrine in forested grounds. A different world from the surrounding chaos.
Tip: Free entry. Walk the gravel paths, see the sake barrels.
Yoyogi Park
Tokyo's Central Park. Rockabilly dancers on Sundays, cherry blossoms in spring.
Tip: Bring a picnic. Great for people-watching.
Omotesando
Tree-lined avenue of luxury boutiques. Architecture as impressive as the fashion.
Tip: Check out the Omotesando Hills complex and Cat Street backstreets.
Where to Eat
Gyukatsu Motomura
Beef CutletDeep-fried wagyu steak you cook on hot stone. Worth the line.
Afuri
RamenYuzu shio ramen. Lighter, citrusy, refreshing. Different from typical Tokyo ramen.
Kua'aina
BurgersHawaiian burger joint that's a Shibuya institution. Great fries.
Marion Crepes
CrepesHarajuku original. The crepe craze started here in the 70s.
Shopping
Shibuya 109
Fashion10 floors of Japanese women's fashion. Iconic youth shopping.
Tokyu Hands
LifestyleDIY, stationery, gadgets. You'll spend hours here.
Shibuya Parco
MixedRenovated with Nintendo store, fashion, and rooftop bar.
Cat Street
BoutiquesNarrow street between Harajuku and Shibuya. Vintage, streetwear, cafes.
Practical Info
Best Time
Crossing: Night for lights, sunset for photos. Harajuku: Weekday mornings.
Station Tips
Use Hachiko Exit for the crossing. Meiji-Jingumae Station for Harajuku.
Stay Here If
Young, into fashion/shopping, want trendy vibes.
Skip If
You dislike crowds, want quiet, or aren't into shopping.