By ぶらぶらウォーカー
This video by the channel ぶらぶらウォーカー takes viewers on a walking tour of three notable districts in Tokyo: Shibuya, Uguisudani, and Ikebukuro. The main focus is on the hotel district of Shibuya, one of the city’s most vibrant and well-known nightlife and entertainment areas. The video highlights unexpected and unusual scenes encountered in this bustling neighborhood, giving insight into the unique atmosphere of Shibuya’s hotel alleys, which are often frequented by both locals and tourists looking for accommodation or entertainment options.
Shibuya (渋谷) is famous for its iconic scramble crossing, stylish shops, and energetic youth culture, but its hotel district reveals a more hidden side of the area. Walkers exploring this part of Shibuya will notice love hotels interspersed with bars, themed establishments, and discreet entrances, providing a distinct urban experience rarely seen in Tokyo’s mainstream tourist guides. The video captures the essence of these backstreets and showcases some surprising moments only found in Shibuya’s lively nighttime core.
The video also briefly features Uguisudani (鶯谷) and Ikebukuro (池袋), two other central Tokyo neighborhoods with their own unique personalities and local hotels. Uguisudani, situated near Ueno, is known for its train station and notable concentration of hotels, while Ikebukuro is a major commercial and entertainment center popular with both Japanese and international visitors. Together, these spots offer a broad look at Tokyo’s urban culture as seen through its hotel districts, making this video a helpful reference for urban explorers and those curious about Tokyo’s lesser-discussed areas.