Introducing "10 things to do in Tokyo (Shibuya)".

Scramble intersection

The first scramble intersection in Japan was built in 1968 at Kokai intersection in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture. The official name for the "scramble intersection" is Shibuya Station Crossing. This intersection was made into a scramble in 1973. The scene of people crossing the street with a green light and a large screen is unique to Shibuya, Japan.

Meiji Shrine

It was built in 1920 to enshrine Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken. The torii gate, rebuilt in 975, is 12 meters high, 17.1 meters wide, and has pillars 1.2 meters in diameter, making it one of the largest wooden Myojin torii gates in Japan, with a large and impressive presence. On the south approach, Japanese sake and wine barrels are lined up, making it a great photo spot. The main hall is a sacred place that makes you forget you're in the city.

Yoyogi Park

It used to be the Yoyogi Military Training Ground for the Japanese Army, and was later used as the athletes' village for the Tokyo Olympics. It was later redeveloped and became Yoyogi Park. It is the fifth largest of Tokyo's 23 wards, and includes a sports ground. On weekends, festivals are held, and the area is lively with stalls and other events. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom in the "Central Plaza," and in autumn, you can see the "Fountain Pond" and autumn leaves. It is a place that feels like an oasis in Tokyo.

Konno Hachiman Shrine

It was founded by Kawasaki Motoie in 1092. It was originally called Shibuya Hachiman, but Motoie's son Shigeie prayed for a child and had a dream in which he saw the Kongo Yasha Myo-o in his wife's womb. After that, he gave the child the name Konnomaru, and the name became Konno Hachimangu. The shrine building is vermilion and is a rare building in Tokyo that retains the style of the early Edo period, with beautiful carvings.

Shibuya Alley

Shibuya Yokocho, located inside Miyashita Park, is an entertainment alley lined with 19 stores, including restaurants serving food from all over Japan, bars, and coffee shops. You can enjoy local specialties from Hokkaido to Okinawa and drink alcohol, and the inside of the store is full of energy. It's open from noon to night, so it's convenient because you can use it from lunch to dinner.

SHIBUYA 109

It is an entertainment complex that symbolizes youth culture and where you can enjoy not only fashion but also music. It opened in April 1979 as Fashion Community 109. It is a triangular building with 8 floors above ground and 2 floors below ground, and with the "109" logo at the top and a metallic column facing the direction of Shibuya Station, it became the symbol of Shibuya. In 1989, it was renamed "SHIBUYA 109".

Statue of Hachiko, the faithful dog

The "Statue of Faithful Dog Hachiko" was erected in 1934 as a symbol of Shibuya. The story of Hachiko is that he was adopted by a doctor as a puppy and would drive the doctor to and from Shibuya Station every day. He didn't know his owner had suddenly passed away, and waited for him for 10 years while he stopped coming. You can see the statue at the JR Hachiko Exit. If you go to see it after knowing the story, you might see it in a different light.

Shibuya Center Street

Center Street is a symbol of Shibuya, and is a place where men and women dressed in the latest fashions, mainly high school girls and young people, have fun. There are restaurants, clothing stores, karaoke, game centers, and more, and it is full of young people's energy. There are also food stores selling food on the street, so you can enjoy the atmosphere while eating. At night, it is one of Tokyo's busiest areas, bustling with izakayas and clubs.

Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine

It was founded in 1212 by a monk named Soyu. Soyu was originally a samurai named Arai Geki Tomoakira. One day, he had a dream in which he received a prophecy from the great god Hachiman, and when he woke up he found a jeweled mirror in his hand. This led him to build a small shrine. It is a place where you can experience a mystical atmosphere even in the city.

Harajuku

As a town for young people, it is a place with cutting-edge shops and facilities. It is also a fashion town with affordable shops popular with junior and senior high school students, specialty shops for second-hand clothes and lolita, and high-end brands lined up in Omotesando. It is filled with Japanese "kawaii". This place where you can experience the latest fashion, not only shopping for yourself and souvenirs, but also Harajuku's original photogenic food in unusual colors and cute cafes are lined up.

summary

We have introduced "10 things to do in Tokyo (Shibuya)". There are many places to visit, starting with the famous "Scramble Crossing" and "Harajuku" in Tokyo, Japan. There are also other places where you can experience Japanese characters and anime culture, such as "Pokemon Center" and "Animate". "Shibuya" is a mix of old-fashioned and cutting-edge places. Please come and visit us.