1-1 Yoyogi Kamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan
The Meiji Jingu is the most famous and popular Shinto shrine in Japan. It is dedicated to the spirits of the beloved Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shōken. The shrine complex is surrounded by a 70-hectare sacred forest . Once you walk past the grand Torii gate at the entrance, you will find a total sanctuary in the middle of the megacity. Meiji Jingu is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Vis...
Shibuya crossing is known as the busiest intersection in the world. It's quite a sight to see hundreds (or even thousands) of people flow through the crossing at the same time as soon as the pedestrian light turns green. Shibuya crossing is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Visitor Guides as one of the top things to do in Tokyo.
One of Tokyo's 23 wards, Shibuya is a major commercial and business center of the city. It's the more cosmopolitan part of Tokyo when compared with Shinjuku. Shibuya is popular among young professionals and fashionable people as the neighborhood is considered more urbane, more upscale, and more sophisticated. Popular places to visit in Shibuya are Meiji Jingu, Shibuya Crossing, Omotesando, and Har...
Takeshita Street, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Located in the Harajuku district of Tokyo, Japan, Takeshita Street is the famous pedestrian shopping street for colorful youth fashion and fun 100 yen (~$1) shops. Don't miss the special scene every Sunday when crowds of teenagers dressed up in cosplay outfits gather on the Harajuku Bridge.
Harajuku is a popular shopping district known for its youth culture. The most famous shopping street in Harajuku is Takeshita Street, known for the latest youth fashion and fun 100 yen (~$1) shops. Don't miss the special scene every Sunday when crowds of teenagers dressed up in cosplay outfits gather on the Harajuku Bridge. Harajuku is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Visitor Guides as one of t...