Shibuya crossing

Shibuya crossing, also known as the Shibuya Scramble, is of the most recognizable places of Tokyo for a good reason. In Tokyo they love to break global records and Shibuya crossing sets its own record as the busiest intersection of the world.

This crossing has the stereotypical Tokyo image with tall buildings, colorful signs and the biggest crowd you’ve ever seen crossing the intersection at the same time as soon as the traffic lights allow it. You feel like you’ve just arrived in the future watching Shibuya crossing as it’s exactly what you’d imagine to see in one of the biggest metropoles cities in the world. And you can feel the energy that radiates from this busy place.

Behind the crossing you will find a statue of faithful Hachikō, which is a dog renowned in Japan for it’s loyalty. As the dog went to Shibuya crossing every day to wait for his master to return from work, even for nine years after he was deceased. The Japanese took notice and this Akita dog became a national inspiration.

Behind Shibuya crossing you will find the most popular shopping district of Tokyo. Often considered the most colorful district of Tokyo. Here you can find the latest youth trends in Japan, arcades, department stores for shopaholics, unimaginable niche stores and plenty of sushi bars to enjoy. So if you are going to check out Shibuya crossing then at Meet The Cities we recommend also check out the neighborhood behind it for an awesome shopping experience.