22 Best Things to Do in Shibuya 2023

The center of young generation, Shibuya is the most energetic district in Tokyo, offering countless restaurants, shops and entertainments! Here are best things to do in Shibuya area which should definitely be added to your bucket list.

While a variety of areas have been gaining attention in Tokyo tourism, Shibuya remains the center of all trends in Tokyo, including fashion and business. Symbolized by that crowded intersection, Shibuya is one of the busiest areas with many places for tourists to visit and various seasonal events held throughout the year.

New commercial facilities, hotels and other unique spots are opening every day in Shibuya. There are a wide range of options for restaurant, bar and Izakaya in Shibuya, which is why it is recommended for nightlife. Its proximity to other popular areas such as Harajuku and Shinjuku and excellent accessibility is another attraction.

Check out this list of best things to do in Shibuya including the classic tourist attractions and the hottest spots to go right now.

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1. Shibuya Crossing

One of the most popular tourist attractions in Tokyo. One and only Shibuya Crossing will surely blow your mind! If you are seeking to capture the best views of Shibuya Crossing, check out the link below introducing some of the best photo spots around the crossing!

2. Shibuya Center Gai Street

There are a variety of restaurants including Ramen, Sushi, fast food and everything along this street. Center Gai Street is the first choice for visitors in Shibuya to enjoy nightlife since it has plenty of bars, Izakaya (Japanese style pub) and clubs. It’s also ideal for shopping: department stores, clothing stores, drug stores and stationery stores. Located right off the Scramble Crossing.

3. Shibuya 109

Shibuya 109 has been the center of Tokyo’s young fashion culture for a couple of decades being adored as “Marukyu”. It’s a trendy fashion complex with over 100 boutiques, offering the latest fashion items with inexpensive prices for mainly young women.  Shibuya 109 men’s “MAGNET by Shibuya 109” is also located only a few blocks away.

4. Niku Yokocho

The best place to eat for meat lovers with low budget! Niku Yokocho is a complex building with 26 restaurants mainly serving meat dishes.

There are lots of tiny izakaya in this alleyway and hard to pick good ones to visit. Try this Shibuya Bar Hopping Nightlife Tour with Magical Trip and you’ll get to taste finest meat dishes at their handpicked izakaya bars.

5. Hachiko Statue

The Hachiko’s bronze statue has been a symbol of Shibuya for over 80 years and it’s the most popular meeting point of the district. You can meet him in front of Shibuya station’s Hachiko Exit.

6. Nonbei Yokocho

Nonbei Yokocho literally means “drunker’s alley”. It’s the famous Izakaya Alley with nostalgic atmosphere located off the main street of Shibuya. Have a great experience to get drunk like locals 🙂

7. SHIBUYA MEGA DONKI

Don Quijote (DONKI) is arguably the most popular place to shop among tourists as you can find pretty much everything including living necessities to unique souvenirs. The biggest branch of Don Quijote, Shibuya Mega Donki is located in Shibuya, which comprises 7 floors and is open for 24 hours.

8. Shibuya PARCO

The iconic commercial building in Shibuya, Shibuya PARCO has been renovated and re-opened in 2019 autumn with nearly 200 shops, restaurants and entertainment facilities. Some of the most notable shops at Shibuya PARCO is the first official Nintendo store in Japan, Nintendo TOKYO along with Pokemon Center Shibuya.

9. Shibuya Scramble Square

The tallest building in Shibuya area, Shibuya Scramble Square has opened in 2019 autumn with over 200 shops and restaurants. At the roof top of the building, there is an observatory “Shibuya Sky” where you can gaze the coolest view of the streets of Shibuya including the Shibuya Crossing.

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10. Shibuya Stream

The newly opened complex facility, Shibuya Stream is one of the hottest spots to hang out in Tokyo now! Numbers of popular restaurants and cafes are located inside the building as well as office and event spaces and a hotel.

11. Shibuya Loft

The best choice for buying unique and stylish items. Shibuya Loft offers various items including stationery, home goods, fashion items, cosmetics products, souvenirs and more in a 6-story building.

12. Shibuya Hikarie

Shibuya Hikarie is a popular shopping complex near Shibuya Station which consists of numbers of shops, restaurants, cafes and some office. It also as an admission free observation deck where you can enjoy a great overlooking view of vibrant and energetic Shibuya neighbourhood as well as a diorama view of railways. The observation deck is located on the 11th floor of the building (182m).

13. Miyashita Park

Miyashita Park is a commercial complex with a rooftop park, which opened in 2020 after being renovated from a public park. The cool designed building consists of shops, restaurants and a hotel, and there are a skatepark, bouldering facility and green space on the rooftop.

14. Dining

When in comes to eating out in Tokyo, Shibuya offers one of the largest dining options for tourists. Various restaurants with wide price range can be found within the district including budget friendly sushi,  high-end wagyu, delicious ramen and mouthwatering okonomiyaki. Please check out the link below for recommended restaurants in Shibuya area!

▶ Best Restaurants in Shibuya

15. Trendy Cafes

Instagram worthy food and drinks become the biggest trend in Japan lately, and Shibuya is the best area to find eye-popping, yet delicious food as many cafes and restaurants are located in this area.

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16. Yoyogi Park

Yoyogi Park is one of the largest parks in Tokyo, situated in the north of Shibuya district. The park consists of spacious lawn areas, ponds and forested areas which are perfect for outdoor activities. Besides, the park holds various seasonal events through the year.

Yoyogi Park can be also accessed from Harajuku Station, and it’s connected to Meiji Shrine, one of the most famous landmarks in the city.

17. Kintsugi Experience

Kintsugi (金継ぎ “golden joinery”) is a traditional technique of fixing broken pottery using lacquer and gold. It’s a Japanese art of repairing based on the philosophy of Japanese tea ceremony to accept breakage as part of the object’s history rather than disguising with something.

Near Shibuya, there is a workshop where you can have a traditional Kintsugi experience, learning the technique of repairing broken ceramic pieces and recreate an art piece. Explore the new-found Japanese culture through this hands-on activity and take home one and only Kintsugi art made by you!

18. Samurai Armor Studio

Samurai armors (called Kacchu in Japanese) is a transitional protective equipment, worn by Samurais mainly during battles using swords and bows. It’s one of the most fascinating things about Japanese history and tradition. Samurai Armor Studio offers a great Samurai experience. You can put Kacchu on yourself, take photos and even go on a street of Shibuya to have a photo shooting session.

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19. Yebisu Beer Museum

Yebisu Beer Museum is the museum of one of the most popular Japanese beer, Yebisu. Great place to learn the history of the beer and of course taste them 🙂

20. Sushi Making

Cooking class is becoming one of the hottest activities for foreign visitors in Japan today, and Sushi making is the most classic one. Although Shibuya is Tokyo’s center of the young culture, you can join a traditional Sushi making class hosted by a local teacher! How about making and tasting delicious Sushi dishes by yourself, and take the recipes back home??

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21. Shibuya Halloween

The notorious “Shibuya Halloween” is an “unofficial” street event that invites over 1 million party animals in unique and crazy Halloween costumes.

22. SHIBUYA Blue Cave

Illumination events are one of the most popular things to do in Japan during winter. One of most popular winter illuminations in Tokyo is Shibuya Blue Cave which invites over 2 million visitors in Christmas season.

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