Guidebook for Shibuya-ku
Arts & Culture
A state-of-the-art planetarium in the heart of Shibuya that will mesmerize you with its dazzling night sky projections.
32 locals recommend
Cosmo Planetarium Shibuya
23 SakuragaokachoA state-of-the-art planetarium in the heart of Shibuya that will mesmerize you with its dazzling night sky projections.
Shopping
A huge shopping center packed with the latest fashion trends and the Japanese 'kawaii' culture.
698 locals recommend
Shibuya 109
2-chōme-29-1 DōgenzakaA huge shopping center packed with the latest fashion trends and the Japanese 'kawaii' culture.
The latest addition to the ever expanding Shibuya entertainment district, Hikarie is a shopping and entertainment complex with a huge array of restaurants and shops, as well as a play theatre.
134 locals recommend
Shibuya Hikarie
2-chōme-21-1 ShibuyaThe latest addition to the ever expanding Shibuya entertainment district, Hikarie is a shopping and entertainment complex with a huge array of restaurants and shops, as well as a play theatre.
Don Quijote is a massive discount store that is open 24 hours a day, with anything from weird souvenirs and costumes to food and drinks lining the towering shelves.
316 locals recommend
돈키호테 시부야점
28-6 UdagawachōDon Quijote is a massive discount store that is open 24 hours a day, with anything from weird souvenirs and costumes to food and drinks lining the towering shelves.
The scramble street crossing outside Shibuya Station is easily the world’s busiest, with a thousand people running into the middle of the street, weaving together in a huge organic mass.
248 locals recommend
Shibuya Crossing
1-chōme-2-1 DōgenzakaThe scramble street crossing outside Shibuya Station is easily the world’s busiest, with a thousand people running into the middle of the street, weaving together in a huge organic mass.
Sightseeing
The most famous meeting spot in all of Japan; the statue is modeled after a touching story about a loyal dog who waited for his owner's return every day at the station even after his passing.
277 locals recommend
Hachikō Memorial Statue
2 Chome-1 DogenzakaThe most famous meeting spot in all of Japan; the statue is modeled after a touching story about a loyal dog who waited for his owner's return every day at the station even after his passing.
A broadcasting, restaurant, and observation tower in Sumida, Tokyo. Skytree became the tallest tower in the world in March 2011 at a height of 634 meters.
1847 locals recommend
Tokyo Skytree
1-chōme-1-2 OshiageA broadcasting, restaurant, and observation tower in Sumida, Tokyo. Skytree became the tallest tower in the world in March 2011 at a height of 634 meters.
With its 333 meters, Tokyo Tower is Japan’s second tallest building. Its central location in Minato District allows for breath-taking observations of Tokyo both during the day and night.
1436 locals recommend
Tokyo Tower
4-chōme-2-8 ShibakōenWith its 333 meters, Tokyo Tower is Japan’s second tallest building. Its central location in Minato District allows for breath-taking observations of Tokyo both during the day and night.
An ancient Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is Tokyo’s oldest temple, and one of its most significant. Formerly associated with Buddhism, it became independent after WWII.
1521 locals recommend
Senso-ji Temple
2-chōme-3-1 AsakusaAn ancient Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is Tokyo’s oldest temple, and one of its most significant. Formerly associated with Buddhism, it became independent after WWII.
The building consists of a complex of three structures. There are two panoramic observation decks, one in each tower on floor 45 are free to the public and contain gift shops and cafes.
510 locals recommend
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
The building consists of a complex of three structures. There are two panoramic observation decks, one in each tower on floor 45 are free to the public and contain gift shops and cafes.
Drinks & Nightlife
A popular bar with a highly reasonable menu that will not disappoint your taste buds! Most drinks are about 300 yen ($3) so make sure to pace yourself ;)
14 locals recommend
Coins Bar 300
36 UdagawachōA popular bar with a highly reasonable menu that will not disappoint your taste buds! Most drinks are about 300 yen ($3) so make sure to pace yourself ;)
Entertainment & Activities
There are seven themed areas in the park: the World Bazaar; the four classic Disneylands: Adventureland, Westernland, Fantasyland, & Tomorrowland; two mini-lands: Critter Country & Mickey’s Toontown.
1017 locals recommend
Tokyo Disneyland
MaihamaThere are seven themed areas in the park: the World Bazaar; the four classic Disneylands: Adventureland, Westernland, Fantasyland, & Tomorrowland; two mini-lands: Critter Country & Mickey’s Toontown.
Food Scene
The biggest wholesale fish market in the world. The market is located in Tsukiji in central Tokyo, between the Sumida River and Ginza. A great location to grab a fresh sushi breakfast!
1032 locals recommend
Tsukiji Fish Market
4 Chome-13 TsukijiThe biggest wholesale fish market in the world. The market is located in Tsukiji in central Tokyo, between the Sumida River and Ginza. A great location to grab a fresh sushi breakfast!