Areas in Central Tokyo
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Shibuya Ward, Tokyo
Neighborhood Profile
Shibuya is located in the southwest of the Tokyo 23 wards, but it is in the eastern part of Tokyo prefecture and in the center
of the Tokyo Special Wards. In the center of Shibuya-ku, there is Meiji shrine and Yoyogi park, which are surrounded by a lot
of green space and if put together with Shinjuku Gyoen, would make one fifth of all the green space in Shibuya-ku.
Meijio Shrine
It used to be a rather commercial district, but in the 1950's, a lot of high-rise buildings were built, and it has become one
of the biggest office districts in Tokyo.
After the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, infrastructure was developed and the view of Shibuya has been completely changed. In 1965,
the Shibuya Regional Office and Public Hall were completed, and the welfare office was transferred due to the amendment of the local law.
In April 1975, when the local law was amended, the mayor election was replaced after 24 years. In the meantime, office works of
public health care, and such, were transferred from the Tokyo Metropolitan government.
The population in Shibuya-ku has been declining due to development; on the other hand, commercial and office districts have increased,
and transportation also extended to the outskirts of Shibuya-ku for commuters.
Around Shibuya station and the Harajuku area, many Western-style buildings, boutique, and department stores decided this is the
place to be. Tons of people gather in this area, but especially it is popular with young people who can be seen hanging around
every day. Also, these days, people over 30 can find interesting places for day and night life.
Shibuya - Hachimko Crossing
Favorite Areas
Harajuku
It is close to Omotesando station, on the Tokyo Metro, or Meiji-Jingumae station on the Chiyoda line. Tokyo's premier boulevard
from JR Harajuku station to subway Omotesando station is lined on both side with the boutiques, open cafés, hair salons,
galleries, and interior design shops. In the autumn, zelkova trees turn a yellow color, which is so beautiful making it a
great place to enjoy just walking.
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JR Harajuku station
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Hiroo
Subway Hibiya line, Hiroo station. This area is well known as the most international area in Tokyo. Azabu and Hiroo, around
Hiroo station, are famous with foreign expatriates, so there are many family type western-style apartments and houses, and
also international supermarkets, schools and embassies. This is the most popular area among foreigners in Tokyo. On the east
side of the station, there are still old Japanese shopping streets, but also fancy cafes and luxury restaurants are around the station.
Ebisu
Ebisu station is on the JR Yamanote line or subway Hibiya line. The name Ebisu originated from the Ebisu Beer Brewery. Ebisu Garden Place,
a famous commercial complex, was redeveloped at the site of the factory. Ebisu is quiet residential area, as it is close to Kami-osaki,
Shirokane, and Hiroo, but also it has two atmospheres which is modern and classic. Daikanyama is within walking distance.
Daikanyama
Daikanyama station is on the Toyoko line. This area is one of the most fashionable areas in Tokyo, like Omotesando or Jiyugaoka.
A lot of cafes and restaurants are well reviewed in magazines. You can feel like a celebrity. The rental fees for the residential
properties are higher, because this is also one of most popular residential areas in Tokyo.
Shoto
The area on the east of Tokyu Honten department store in Shibuya, and this is one of the most expensive residential areas. Many
westerners prefer to live in this area, as there is the British School just across Meiji-dori.
Shopping
Ebisu Garden Place
5 minute walk to Ebisu Sky Walk of Ebisu station on JR Yamanote line. 4-20, Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. 03-5423-7111.
Is a commercial complex, which was built in 1994 on the site of Ebisu Beer brewery. There is the Ebisu Mitsukoshi, Tokyo
Photo museum, Ebisu Garden cinema, restaurants, and the Westin Hotel Tokyo in this complex.
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Oriental Bazaar
The shop for Japanese souvenirs in Omotesando
Museum, Concert Hall, Theater
Art & Entertainment
Tobacco and Salt Museum
10 minute walk to Shibuya station. 1-16-8, Jinnan, Shibuya-ku. Tel: 03-3476-2041
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Electric power pavilion is a 5 min-walk from Shibuya station.
Hachiko exit. 1-12-8, Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo.
The electric power pavilion is "Integrated PR pavilion of electricity" with lots of information about the mechanism of power generation.
Shoto Museum
A 15-minute walk to Shibuya station on JR, Tokyu Toyoko, Denentoshi, subway Ginza, Hanzomon or Keio Inogashira line. 5 min-walk from
Shinsen station on Keio Inogashira line. 2-14-14, Shoto, Shibuya-ku. 03-3465-9421. It holds an exhibition of paintings, sculptures,
and crafts. Also, it exhibits (public advertisement exhibition by the district immanence living, in service, and the enrollment
and painting exhibitions by schoolchildren in the district, etc.) that relates to Shibuya-ku in February and March.
Bunkamura
A 7-minute walk to Shibuya station Hachiko exit on JR Yamanote line. A free city shuttle (circulation bus) is used. 2-24-1,
Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. 03-3477-9111(key number) Bunkamura was built in 1989, and this was the first commercial complex
in Japan. Music hall (Orchard Hall) Theater (Play) (Theater Cocoon), museum, The Musium, Gallery, and mini theater, Le Cinema.
Many new cultures have been born from the cafes and art shops in this place since it was built. You will find a lot of new
culture and arts here, but also can spend your own time.
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Toguri museum 1-11-3, Shoto.
Tel: 03-3465-0070
It is a museum of pottery specialty. At any time, about 100 Oriental pieces of pottery are exhibited.
National Children's Castle
10-minute walk to Shibuya station (East Exit, Miyamasuzaka side) 8-minute walk to Omotesando station B2 exit or 9 minute walk
to exit B4. 5-53-1, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. 03-3797-5666 National Children's Castle is a large-scale integrated children's
centre that is planned by the Ministry of Health and Welfare (at that time) in commemoration of International Year of the
Child of 1979, and constructed. In the pavilion, there are facilities in the physical education room, the play hall, the forming studio,
and the music studio video library personal computer room, etc., and the program of various "Play" is offered for children's growth.
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Aoyama Theater
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Two theaters Hotels Study room Restaurants Well Child Clinic Nursing Room are available in certain complex facilities.
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Parco Theater
5-minute walk to Shibuya station. 15-1, Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. Shibuya PARCO Part 1, 9F
03-3477-5858
Health & Recreation
Komazawa Park was introduced in Meguro-ku. This park is covered with thick trees. It was a garden site
in the marquis Maeda mansion of the old Maeda family of one million Koku in Kaga.
Yoyogi Park
1-minute walk to Harajuku station Omotesando exit on JR Yamanote line, or a 3-minute walk to Yoyogi-koen station on subway the Chiyoda line.
2-1, Yoyogi-kamizonocho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. 03-3469-6081.
Yoyogi-koen is the fourth largest city park in the Tokyo 23 wards, and was used as an army Yoyogi military drill place before,
and became a park through Washington heights and the Tokyo Olympics player village after World War 2. It is crowded with people
who enjoy the forest relaxation and the wild birds observation. The area is about 540,000 square meters. It takes around 20
minutes from Harajuku gate of Harajuku station to the west gate of Yoyogi Park
Union Church
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Tokyo Baptist Church Services
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Shibuya Ward Office
10-minute walk to Shibuya station. 1-1, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo.
03-3463-1211 (key number)
Shibuya Sports Center
1-40-18, Nishihara, Shibuya-ku. 03-3468-9051
A sports center, which is open for the public to use, has a swimming pool, grounds, and an inside play ground.
Daikanyama Sports Plaza
2-minute walk to Daikanyama station on Tokyu Toyoko line. 17-9, Daikanyamacho,
Daikanyama Address.
The Anex 03-5428-0831
Higashi Healthy Plaza
15-min walk from Shibuya station on JR line. 10 minute walk to Ebisu station. By Toei Bus By #06 #87 and get off at Higashi
3 chome bus stop. 3-14-13 Higashi, Shibuya-ku 03-5466-2291
It is a new type of complex and the center of various functions like welfare, health, medical treatment, and sports recreations.
It is a comfortable space to equipped fully with air conditioning and can used for various sports. It is possible to use it for
basketball (1 court), volleyball (2 courts), badminton (6 courts), and table tennis (12 tables). Pool, Jacuzzi, Quoi pool, pools
(five courses), 25m pools walking, and flows.
Hachiko Dog Statue - Hachiko Square
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