Shibuya Scramble Crossing
The world's busiest crossing, where up to 3,000 people pour in from every direction on a single light. An endlessly filmed symbol of Tokyo, just crossing it is an experience in itself, and from above, the sheer scale comes into view all at once.
Overview
The intersection in front of Shibuya Station is the world's busiest pedestrian crossing, up to 3,000 people cross on a single green light (about 50 seconds). Some 260,000 pass through on weekdays and over 390,000 on weekends. Laid out in its current form in 1973, it has become a symbol of Tokyo through countless film and TV appearances.
Getting there
Right outside the Hachiko exit of Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu lines). For a view from above, the rooftop deck "Shibuya Sky" on the 47th floor of Shibuya Scramble Square is popular, booking ahead is best.
Tips
- ·Free, 24h. Most dramatic after dark, when the neon comes on
- ·For a view from above, book Shibuya Sky (47F, Scramble Square) ahead
- ·The 2nd-floor window of Starbucks Tsutaya is a free vantage point
