Takeshita Street
Tokyo, Japan
Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo
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The essentials in 10 seconds
- Entry
- free; Shibuya Sky ≈ ¥2,700–3,400
- Hours
- Open 24 hours; Shibuya Sky roughly 10:00–22:30
- Time on site
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A typical visit without queueing. In high season add 15–30 minutes. - 30 min
- With kids
- Fine with kids
- Crossing
- Free, 24 hours
- Shibuya Sky
- Online ≈ ¥2,700 before 15:00, ≈ ¥3,400 after
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From reliable travel sources; we are still checking it against an official one. Double-check before you go. - Shibuya Sky hours
- Roughly 10:00–22:30, last entry ≈ 21:20
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From reliable travel sources; we are still checking it against an official one. Double-check before you go. - Hachiko
- The dog's statue by Shibuya Station's Hachiko exit
- Station
- Shibuya — JR Yamanote, Ginza, Hanzomon, Fukutoshin lines
- Holidays
- Street drinking banned at Halloween and New Year
Key facts
1973the year the crossing opened
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en.wikipedia1,000–3,000people cross on a single green light
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en.wikipedia≈ 260,000pedestrians on a weekday, up to ≈ 390,000 at weekends
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en.wikipediaHachikothe dog met his owner at Shibuya Station for almost 10 years
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en.wikipedia229 mheight of the Shibuya Sky deck atop Shibuya Scramble Square
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travel guidesEvery wayat a scramble, traffic stops and people cross in all directions, including diagonally
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en.wikipediaBanon drinking in the streets at Halloween and New Year
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en.wikipedia¥0to cross
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YesGoWhat is Shibuya Crossing?
Shibuya Crossing is a 'scramble': when the lights turn green, traffic stops on every side and pedestrians cross in all directions at once, including diagonally. It opened in 1973 by Shibuya Station and is called the world's busiest pedestrian crossing: 1,000 to 3,000 people cross on a single green light.
The crossing is one of Tokyo's symbols — it appears in films and music videos, and visitors come to walk in the crowd and see it from above. By the station exit stands the statue of Hachiko, an Akita who came to the station every day for almost 10 years to meet his owner.
Where to watch from
The best view is from Shibuya Sky, an open-air deck on the roof of the Shibuya Scramble Square tower at 229 m. According to GO TOKYO and guides, an adult online ticket costs about ¥2,700 for entry before 15:00 and about ¥3,400 after; the counter is pricier. Sunset slots sell out first — book ahead.
For free, you can watch from the windows of the passage between the station and Shibuya Mark City, and from upper-floor cafés in the surrounding buildings. It's most striking from above in the evening, when the screens and signs light up.
What to see
- The crossing — walk it with the crowd.
- Hachiko's statue by the station exit.
- Shibuya Sky — the rooftop view from 229 m.
- The passage windows to Shibuya Mark City.
- Screens and signs around the crossing at night.
- Shibuya's Center Gai with shops and cafés.
How to get to Shibuya Crossing
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Where are you starting from?
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On foot
- Takeshita Street is about 20 min away on foot.
More tips
- JR Yamanote line — to Shibuya Station, Hachiko exit; the crossing is right outside.
- By metro — Ginza, Hanzomon and Fukutoshin lines to Shibuya.
- From Shinjuku — about 7 minutes on the Yamanote line.
- From Harajuku — one stop by train or 20 minutes on foot.
- From Haneda airport — train or limousine bus to Shibuya, about 40–60 minutes.
Day or evening
| Dayyou are here | Busy | Crossing patterns visible | Cheaper before 15:00 | Sharp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evening | Busier still | Lit screens and signs | Pricier, sunset sells out fast | Dramatic, with lights |
How long do you need?
To walk the crossing and take a photo with Hachiko, 30 minutes is enough. With Shibuya Sky, allow about 1.5–2 hours.
Shibuya pairs well with Harajuku: Takeshita Street and Meiji Jingu are one stop away. Come back to the crossing in the evening, when it's at its best.
Is Shibuya Crossing worth visiting?
Yes: it's one of Tokyo's most recognisable places, and walking it with the crowd is part of getting to know the city. It's free and right by the station.
The YesGo take: the crossing itself is a couple of minutes' thrill. The view from above is the real prize: if your budget allows, go up Shibuya Sky at sunset; if not, watch from the passage windows to Mark City.
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Tokyo views: compare and choose
Viewpoints and views of Tokyo rated by YesGo. Tap a column heading to sort.
| Shibuya Crossingyou are here | 57 | 30 min | Free | — |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Tower | 56 | 1 h | Main Deck ¥1,500; Top Deck ¥3,300 online | 4.1 km |
| Tokyo Skytree | 53 | 1 h 30 min | from ¥1,800 (350 m), from ¥3,000 (both) | 11.4 km |
| Mount Fuji | 52 | 4 h | Free | 94.1 km |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building | 43 | 45 min | Free | 3.4 km |
| Odaiba | 39 | 3 h | Free | 7.6 km |
| Roppongi Hills | 35 | 1 h 30 min | ≈ ¥2,200 online / ¥2,400 on site (winter 2026–27) | 45 min walk |
| Mount Takao | 21 | 4 h | Free | 41.5 km |
Shibuya and Harajuku in a day
Meiji Jingu in the morning, Takeshita Street in the afternoon, and Shibuya Crossing with the view from above in the evening. Add them to your route — YesGo fits in the timing and transfers.
- Meiji Jingu1 h · free; Gyoen garden paid
- 13 min walk from the previous stopTakeshita Street45 min · free
- 24 min walk from the previous stopShibuya Crossingyou are here30 min · free; Shibuya Sky ≈ ¥2,700–3,400
3 places · about 2 h 52 min with walks · 37 min on foot in total
Nearby — add to your day
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How to do it right
- Book Shibuya Sky at sunset 2–4 weeks ahead.
- Free view: the passage to Mark City.
- Don't stop mid-crossing.
- Hachiko photos are best in the morning.
- Nearby: Takeshita Street, one stop away.
Questions
How much does it cost to cross Shibuya Crossing?
It's free — it's an ordinary pedestrian crossing.
Where's the best view of the crossing?
From the Shibuya Sky rooftop, or free from the passage windows to Shibuya Mark City.
How much is Shibuya Sky?
Adult online tickets are about ¥2,700 before 15:00 and ¥3,400 after (per GO TOKYO and guides).
Where is the Hachiko statue?
By the Hachiko exit of Shibuya Station, next to the crossing.
How many people cross at once?
Between 1,000 and 3,000 on a single green light.
When is the best time to go?
Evening for the lights; morning for photos with Hachiko.
Can you drink in the street?
There's a ban in the area at Halloween and New Year.
How long do you need?
30 minutes, or 1.5–2 hours with Shibuya Sky.
Have you been? Was it worth your time?
1 — no, 5 — absolutely
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Sources and fact-check
- English Wikipedia: Shibuya Crossing — year, pedestrian numbers, holiday rules; Hachikō — the dog's story
- GO TOKYO (gotokyo.org) and guides — Shibuya Sky prices and hours, deck height (the official Shibuya Sky site wouldn't load by script)
- Wikidata Q21083961 — coordinates
- YesGo general facts for Japan — transport
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