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Shibuya Scramble Crossing

Address: 2-2 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo
Area: Tokyo, Japan

Mon: 00:00–23:59
Tue: 00:00–23:59
Wed: 00:00–23:59
Thu: 00:00–23:59
Fri: 00:00–23:59
Sat: 00:00–23:59
Sun: 00:00–23:59
Hours: Public road crossing with no fixed opening hours.
Price: Free; no admission fee.
How to visit: The Hachiko Exit of Shibuya Station is the usual access point. Cross only when the pedestrian signal is green and do not stop in the pedestrian flow.
Hours: Free entry
Hours: Good after dark
Hours: About 10–30 min

Why it is worth the detour

The world's most filmed pedestrian crossing: up to several thousand people cross in every direction at each green light.

Shibuya Scramble Crossing is a famous pedestrian intersection in Tokyo, known for its immense foot traffic and appearances in films and media. It symbolizes the vibrant city life of Tokyo.

What else is close by

The nearest places we have written up, with straight-line distance from here.

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