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Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Best time to visit
Early evening on weekdays when neon signs light up and commuters give the crossing lively energy; fewer tourists make photos easier. Late night after 10 pm offers calmer streets and cleaner long-exposure shots.
Budget tips
No admission fee for the crossing; use a Suica or Pasmo card for cheaper, faster transit. Save money by viewing from street level or buying a single drink at a second-floor cafe for an elevated photo spot.
Recommended for
Photography enthusiasts, First-time Tokyo visitors, Urban explorers, Nightlife seekers
Plan your visit
30-45 minutes
About
Hurtige fakta: Neonlys og kæmpeskærme blander sig med menneskestrømmen, og når signalet skifter, strømmer folk i alle retninger over gaden, så lyde og farver smelter sammen. Man kan faktisk se op til 3.000 fodgængere krydse på et enkelt grønt signal, hvilket skaber et næsten koreograferet øjeblik midt i byens puls.
Højdepunkter: Når lyset skifter til grønt strømmer omkring 2.500 mennesker på tværs på én gang, et bølgende hav af paraplyer og farvede jakker der minder om levende pixels under de blinkende LED-skærme. Fra kaffebarer over krydset står filmfolk og timelapse-fotografer på mindst fem forskellige udsigtspunkter for at indfange det perfekte synkroniserede menneskehav, mens reklamejinglerne og duften af stegt street-food blander sig til en mærkelig, berusende bysymfoni.
Insider tips
- Use the Hachiko Exit at Shibuya Station to step into the crossing and orient yourself by the Hachiko statue.
- For the classic overhead shot, head to the second-floor windows at Tsutaya or book a timed ticket for Shibuya Sky observation deck.
- Visit early on weekday mornings or after 10 pm to avoid the heaviest tourist crowds and get cleaner photos.
- Keep valuables zipped and on a short strap while navigating the crowd, and wear comfortable shoes for standing and walking.
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Den bedste måde at opleve en by med en lokal guide.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (2)
4.0Visited at 7:30pm on a Friday and it was packed, but the scramble is iconic. Paid small cover for a rooftop view and it was worth every yen.
Came at 8am and it was empty, great for photos. Crossing itself is quick and not as special as the hype, but free and super easy to reach.
