This video offers a walking tour of the Shibuya Station area in Tokyo, capturing the energy and urban transformation of Japan’s most iconic entertainment district. With redevelopment projects at their peak and the old Shibuya Station building recently demolished, the walk provides a rare look at temporary urban landscapes that will soon change. The tour immerses viewers in Shibuya’s vibrant pedestrian bustle, especially at the world-famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing (“Shibuya Scramble”), where up to 3,000 people cross at once. This intersection, right outside Shibuya Station’s Hachiko exit, is a prime meeting spot marked by the ever-crowded Hachiko Statue and surrounded by landmarks like QFRONT, with its massive video screens and neon advertising comparable to New York’s Times Square.

Shibuya’s appeal goes far beyond its hectic crossroads. The area is renowned for its food scene, offering a wide variety of cuisines, ramen bars, sushi restaurants, and lively izakayas. The streets are lined with famous attractions including SHIBUYA109, Shibuya Hikarie, Miyashita Park, Shibuya PARCO, and Center-gai. Nightlife thrives in clubs such as WOMB, Spotify O-EAST, and Sound Museum Vision, contributing to Shibuya’s status as a hub for global musicians and young culture. The walking tour also showcases daily street fashion, energetic local events, and some glimpses of the ongoing construction projects reshaping the city skyline.

Visitors can experience landmarks like the Hachiko Statue (a faithful dog memorial and iconic Tokyo landmark), Shibuya TSUTAYA, and Shibuya Scramble Square. For green escapes, the proximity to Yoyogi Park, and for entertainment, the NHK Studio Park and Bunkamura complex feature prominently. The district’s dynamic environment is further reflected in specialty shopping zones, nightlife hotspots, and pedestrian-friendly promenades that have appeared as a result of the current redevelopment boom—touted as a ‘once-in-a-century’ transformation.

If you are planning a visit to Shibuya, now is a unique time to experience both its everyday vibrancy and its evolving urban landscape. The redevelopment around Shibuya Station is rapidly advancing, so sights in this video may soon be part of Shibuya’s history. Highlights such as the renowned scramble crossing, Hachiko Memorial, and the eclectic mix of modern and traditional attractions make this Tokyo district essential for any traveler.