Shibuya Crossing: a Must-Visit Tourist Site in Shibuya
See 3,000 people passing Shibuya Crossing at the same time!
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Shibuya Crossing is one of the most popular tourist sites in Shibuya, Tokyo. At the Tokyo’s most crowded spot Shibuya Crossing, about 3,000 people at most cross the large intersection at the same time, and a half million people a day. Some tourists who visit Shibuya for the first time wonder how they pass each other without bumping. However, they will find out it is easier than expected after experiencing to cross it. Just try it!!
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Japanese people used to make their ways through the crowd, so they rarely bump into each other. But what would happen if they are into their smartphones while crossing the intersection? In the video below, it is demonstrated that 1,500 people texting cross it.
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What if 1,500 people cross Shibuya Crossing while texting?
As a result, only 547/1,500 pedestrians success to cross the Shibuya Crossing without an accident. Pocket your smartphone for your safe!
Shibuya Crossing is famous for one of the most crowded places and the best photo spots for foreign tourists. They set their cameras just in front of it or inside. Please be careful about the traffic light changing into red and not to be run over.
The demonstration video above indicates 63.5 % would hit someone absorbed in smartphones. But I haven’t ever seen someone Japanese falling on the intersection in my life. They are unconsciously careful in fear of bumping, or they have a special ability in nature? No way. You can do it as long as you look straight ahead.
ARE YOU READY…?
GO!!
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Shibuya Crossing is located just in front of the Shibuya station and a famous meeting spot Hachiko (a dog statue). Almost all people wait for their friends there. A meeting in Shibuya is difficult for even Japanese. Two and a half million people use the station a day. They meet up there and then are drawn into the intersection.
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The dazzling neon lights of Shibuya provide an incredible setting for photography! While it can be tough to capture their brilliance with just a smartphone, hiring a professional photographer for a few hours can elevate your experience. This way, you’ll have stunning photos to cherish as lasting mementos of your trip!
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Hi! I’m a writer and editor at Japan Web Magazine. Since 2017, I’ve written over 500 articles covering a wide range of Japan-related topics—must-visit travel spots, local food culture, helpful travel tips, seasonal events, anime, manga, and more. I travel all over Japan, from the snowy landscapes of Hokkaido to the tropical beaches of Okinawa. My hobbies, such as hunting for the best ramen shops and keeping up with the latest anime every season, help me share the magic of Japan with people from all over the world. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Japan fan planning your dream trip, I want to help you experience the best of what this country has to offer. After traveling to many countries around the world, I still love Japan the most, and I continue to share information while making the most of my perspective as someone who was born and raised here. 📲 Connect with me ▷You can find more of my writing and follow my latest thoughts on Japan over on Medium. A bit more about me: 🗾 Traveler at heart ▷Most unforgettable trip: Chichijima Island, a remote island that takes over 23 hours to reach by ferry from Tokyo! ▷Favorite neighborhood in Tokyo: Kagurazaka 🍜 Foodie life ▷Obsessed with sushi and ramen ▷Proud foodie moment: Scored a seat at the legendary Sukiyabashi Jiro 🎌 Passionate otaku ▷Favorite anime: March Comes in Like a Lion and Attack on Titan ▷Manga I live by: One Piece and Slam Dunk
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