Shibuya Crossing
Good to know
- Best time to go
- Year-round; evening peak hours for density; October–November for neon and holiday lighting
- Budget
- $
- Accessibility
- wheelchair-accessible
- Coordinates
- Open in maps
A scramble intersection outside Shibuya Station in Tokyo where pedestrians cross from all directions simultaneously during red traffic phases, creating a dense controlled confluence that is one of the most viewed urban spectacles in the world. Overhead vantage points from surrounding cafes and a dedicated observation space offer elevated angles for photography. The crossing is embedded in a commercial district of department stores and entertainment venues that keeps the area active around the clock.
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