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Serena OgawaShibuya Crossing becomes the biggest party in Tokyo for this one-night countdown.
Opened on November 1, 2019, Shibuya Scramble Square is a 230-meter-high skyscraper that forms part of the Shibuya skyline. There are numerous shopping, dining and entertainment options there.
At 47 floors, Shibuya Scramble Square is the tallest building in the Shibuya area. It is a large complex with an observation deck, offices and numerous shops. It is considered a new landmark across from the world famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing.
A highlight is the Shibuya Sky building, which offers a fabulous 360-degree view of Tokyo and interactive exhibitions where visitors can experience the pulse of the city with all five senses.
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Shibuya Sky is the crown of Shibuya Scramble Square and it’s not hard to see why this is going to be the new go-to for Tokyo skyline viewpoints. Buy your tickets on the 14th floor and then get ready to visit the observation decks covering the 45th, 46th, and 47th rooftop floors. The panorama of Shibuya and surrounding areas is certain to be breathtaking. Visit during the daytime and nighttime to get two completely different takes on the skyline.
Shops from the 2nd to the 14th floor are going to eat up your time and possibly your pocket money. But who doesn’t love a little retail therapy? With 212 urban commercial facilities, there’s sure to be something for everyone. There will be over 40 stores completely new to the world or to Tokyo, so you won’t want to miss this amazing opportunity to shop!
Restaurants and food are a staple of any trip to the mall. And with Shibuya Scramble Square being one of the largest shopping facilities in Japan, you will definitely get hungry along the way. Be sure to fill your stomach at the many food stalls in the basement floors, or head upstairs to the 12th and 13th floors to experience the Foodies Scramble. What sort of flavors will be waiting?
The Urban Core will be a vertical elevator that connects all three buildings. This innovative elevator will be located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of each of the three Shibuya Scramble Square wings, but unfortunately, it won’t be complete and ready to ride until 2028. It’s something to definitely look forward to!
Easily accessible from the East Exit of JR Shibuya Station.
Shibuya Crossing becomes the biggest party in Tokyo for this one-night countdown.
Opening in November 2019, this new shopping haven is sure to excite everyone with its stores, restaurants, and observatory deck!
Shibuya Crossing becomes the biggest party in Tokyo for this one-night countdown.
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Shibuya Sky is an important part of the Tokyo skyline and, with its 229 meters, leaves an unforgettable impression on its visitors. It is the highest point in Shibuya District and is divide...
Located right next to Shinjuku Chuo Park, THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku is a modern hotel with an exceptional design and easy access to the nearby Shinjuku train station and the Meiji Shrine. The 14-story hotel building was renovated and reopened in August 2018 as THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku . The western-style rooms offer a park view on the top floor as well as a newly opened terrace suite. The spacious atrium design offers a relaxed atmosphere and connects the restaurant, bar, lounge and lobby with one another. One of the highlights of THE KNOT is the delicious dishes. There are six areas in which food and drinks are offered. From the grill area to high-quality black tea and fresh bread, everything is on offer.
Just minutes from Shinagawa Station, the Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa is surrounded by lush greenery in the Takanawa area, with rooms offering balcony views of the nearby gardens and the surrounding Tokyo cityscape. This urban resort features convention facilities like the Hiten banquet hall, the international Convention Center Pamir, as well as a wide variety of Japanese, Chinese and Western restaurants.
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Dai-ichi Hotel Tokyo Seafort is part of the Hankyu-Hanshin luxury hotels group. Since 1938, this luxury hotel has been opening its doors to guests who seek a comfortable stay with convenient access to central Tokyo.
Mame Shiba Cafe offers a unique experience where you can interact with Shiba dogs while enjoying your favorite drinks. You cannot make reservations in advance through phone or online, so it is best to book early in the morning at a store. The cafe requires customers to make a reservation in-store, present their receipt at the reserved time, and then enter the cafe.
There is a restaurant right in front of the Meguro station where you can eat your own fish. All kinds of Japanese dishes and fresh seafood are also served. In some pools inside the restaurant you can catch your own fish with a fishing rod and net and then let the staff know which table it should be brought to. You can watch the fish being prepared in the kitchen and let you know in advance how the fish should be prepared: whether as sashimi, grilled, boiled, deep-fried (with tempura) or as sushi. If you don't manage to catch your own fish, then you can of course order a fish from the menu. However, the price is much lower if you want to have your own catch cooked .
In the Highball Bar Sunny Side 1923 in Gotanda Shinagawa, guests enjoy freshly tapped beers and, in addition to a dinner menu, of course, highballs are offered. These consist of a basic spirit and, for example, soda water or ginger ale. They can also contain other ingredients and are extremely popular in Japan. The menu is also available in English, so that even foreign-speaking visitors will have no problems enjoying a relaxing evening. The bar offers 26 seats and 30 standing places and children are also welcome. The bar also offers a very special bonus with its own room for small private groups. Users of Japanese mobile phone networks are given the opportunity to use high-speed WiFi from the providers Softbank, NTT Docomo or AU.
The Tokyu Food Show is a top-class international food marketplace located below Shibuya Station. The first basement of the Tokyu Toyoko Department Store is a huge underground complex with more than 80 different food stalls. This sprawling food hall is one of the largest and most diverse in the city. Fresh fish, meat and all kinds of ready meals are sold here: tonkatsu, sushi, grilled chicken, tofu products, delicatessen salads and various types of bento boxes. Many of the stalls also offer international cuisine. There is Indian curry, Vietnamese specialties, Chinese steamed dumplings and French baked goods. There is also a cheese shop and a liquor department with wine and sake on offer.
Shibuya Stream is a modern complex of restaurants and retail stores that opened right next to Shibuya Station in 2018. The complex takes its name from the Shibuya River, which meanders along the site and the winding stretches of the former Toyoko Line and heads south into Flows towards Ebisu. More than 46,200 square meters are used for flexible office space. There is also a hotel and several areas where you can get active and do sports. There are around 30 shops and restaurants on 2,970 square meters. An extra hall also offers around 250 square meters of space for up to 700 standing places. Live events such as concerts take place here.
The Shibuya Fukuras building, which opened in November 2019, is the latest in a series of skyscrapers that are part of the Shibuya skyline and define the central cityscape. The building, which is designed for both Japanese and international visitors, houses offices, retail stores (operated by Tokyu Plaza Shibuya), a bus station for local and airport buses, luggage storage rooms and tourism information facilities. It is located in the Dogenzaka area of Shibuya and will be even more accessible thanks to the planned deck that will connect the Shibuya Fukuras skyscraper directly to Shibuya station in the future. With 18 above-ground and four underground floors, there is a lot to discover here!