I really like getting to know everyone and feeling like I'm traveling with a group of friends. This department store opened in 1979 and has over 120 shops that cover every aspect of fashion, and every trend. Even if you are only in town for a short time, you can go on an amazing whirlwind tour of Tokyo, which includes Shibuya as its last stop. You can take in the best spots around this amazing city while saving the best for last. On top of the sport itself, at this stadium, you can enjoy great food and drinks, and during the summer months, there are firework displays. At Shibuya Crossing, you can see for yourself the famous sight of hundreds of people converging and dispersing over this crossing over and over again.
After all, this iconic ward of Tokyo is always at the forefront of the latest and greatest in food and fashion. Loft is Seibu's answer to Hands, offering a large array of products related to interior, hobby, crafts and gifts, but with less emphasis on do-it-yourself products. Behind a discreet wooden door that blends inconspicuously into the facade of alley 5 is undoubtedly one of the most charming nooks in all of Tokyo. While most closed doors in Golden Gai indicate a members-only venue, The Open Book is a happy exception. This charming standing bar is run by the grandson of award-winning Japanese novelist Komimasa Tanaka and is usually busy with lovers of literature. Yomiuriland is Tokyo’s largest amusement park which hosts spectacular seasonal events.
Menus are often available in English and staff will speak English well. It is also worth mentioning that it is very easy to reach Tokyo Station from both airports in Tokyo. This makes the Tokyo Station area a great place to stay if you are visiting Tokyo for the first time. I stayed here during my first few days in Tokyo and I could not recommend this hotel more. Both the bathroom and the beds were simply great – exactly what you need when staying in Tokyo for a few days. Even though you will be able to navigate through Tokyo with the advanced public transport system, every neighbourhood has its own character.
Shibuya Station has great train access, hence the amount of people coming and going. The station itself is large — not quite Shinjuku-large — but still plenty confusing. The plaza here (with the famous Hachikō statue) is Shibuya’s de facto meet up spot. All of Shibuya’s malls have restaurants on their upper floors and food halls with takeaway counters in the basement — if you’re looking for an easy meal. Food Show, part of Tokyu department store but underneath Shibuya Station, is Shibuya’s best depachika . However, Shibuya does have a tendency to become a bit rowdy after the last train has left for the night, especially outside clubs and around the Hachikō dog statue.
With live band karaoke, singers sing with a live band instead of the prerecorded backing track. In 2010, a new concept of home karaoke system through the use of live streaming from a cloud server emerged. The use of cloud streaming allows for smaller devices with over the air updates compared to costly and bulky hard drive-based systems. Karaoke devices in the 2000s saw a shift towards the use of hard drives to store large collections of karaoke tracks and touch screen devices that allows users to select their songs.
Stay the night and check in to one of Muji Hotel Ginza’s gorgeous rooms, which are the perfect embodiment of Muji’s sleek, minimal aesthetic. Tokyo is a haven for sneakerheads, offering flagship stores of today’s hottest brands on top of countless speciality stores stocking rare editions 渋谷 カラオケバー and collectibles in mint condition. If you’re hunting for that elusive Yeezy or Air Jordan, try your luck at Harajuku’s Worm. This collectors’ shop carries a wide range of sneakers, from the cult collabs to unique colourways from brands including Adidas, Nike, Converse and more.
Every night for the next 7 years, Hachiko came back to the Shibuya station and waited for his owner. His statue is a reminder of the importance of the relationship between man and dog. Nope, I'm not joking, you can find a lot of great shopping opportunities right in the Shibuya Station.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience in how they party Tokyo-style, Zeus will be your prime destination. This is ideal for single men between the ages of 20 and 45 years old, but all ages and genders are welcome. Tokyo’s club scene is something that truly has to be experienced to fully understand the dance clubs and neon lights that the city has to offer. Or farther out from the central area of clubs, you will find that getting to any of them is quite easy with Tokyo’s efficient transportation network. Nightclubs can range from the biggest club to tiny hole in the wall five seat pub-style bars. At Sushi Shimpaku, diners can indulge in expertly prepared sushi that is meticulously aged in-house, with fish delivered directly from the source and skillfully nerve-torched.
There’s a ¥500 table charge, but it’s well worth it for the experience. Samurai armors is a transitional protective equipment, worn by Samurais mainly during battles using swords and bows. It’s one of the most fascinating things about Japanese history and tradition. You can put Kacchu on yourself, take photos and even go on a street of Shibuya to have a photo shooting session. Shibuya Loft offers various items including stationery, home goods, fashion items, cosmetics products, souvenirs and more in a 6-story building. Don Quijote is arguably the most popular place to shop among tourists as you can find pretty much everything including living necessities to unique souvenirs.
While they don’t have a strict dress code, there are a few caveats in being able to enter ATOM. First, people wearing tank tops or exposing their tattoos will receive a denial of entry. However, when the patio doors open in summer, that’s the best time to come to Ce La Vi.
On the B1 floor, you can explore a diverse range of items, including apparel, general goods, food, and character merchandise. For subculture enthusiasts, the B2 floor offers a selection of goods related to books, idols, and other subculture interests. Don’t forget to check each club’s website as some offer open mic nights, while others have live music and are great for a wild night on a vast dance floor. No matter your preferred music genre, you will be surrounded by Japanese youngsters and the wildest party animals for an unforgettable night. What makes them stand out against other bars and nightclubs is how each one of its four floors contains its own atmosphere, décor, theme, and ambiance. They host the hottest music stars and ones from the underground scene.
A new addition to the scene, Trunk has managed to make a name for itself as a bar as well as a hotel. Located just off Cat Street and an easy stroll from Shibuya Station, it’s a spacious and chic spot especially good in summer, with a large outdoor terrace. Offering fancy cocktails created by their trained mixologists, there’s also a simple menu to be had if you can’t afford to be fancy all night. Thanks to its hotel function, there are international staff and an ever-rotating clientele, so you never know who you’ll meet. Getting ‘lost’ in Shibuya is a lovely way to get a feel for the area. You’ll find cool hidden alleyways, street art, ramen shops, cheap accessory stores etc.