The 3 Best Photo Spots in Shibuya and Harajuku

Last updated: 29 April 2017

Shibuya and Harajuku are extremely popular areas among young people. It goes without saying that you can enjoy shopping and dining, but don't miss out on the Shibuya Scramble Crossing which is a well-known spot all over the world! Let us introduce 3 must-see photo spots to check out when you come to Shibuya and Harajuku.

You can see the Biggest Crowds on the Street in Japan!

The Shibuya Scramble Crossing is located just outside JR Shibuya Station. The main event happens as soon as the traffic lights turn green, the large crowds of people start walking across the street, intricately weaving and winding around each other to get to the other side. If you take a photo of this moment, there is no doubt that it will become a great memory of visiting the mega city of Tokyo! At daytime, the streets are filled with shoppers and after the sun sets, the streets will stay crowded with people who are on their way for a night of fun.

Shibuya Crossing

渋谷スクランブル交差点
- Address Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0043
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- Nearest Station Shibuya Station （JR Shonan Shinjuku Line / JR Yamanote Line / JR Saikyo Line / Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line / Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line / Tokyu Toyoko Line / Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line / Keio Inokashira Line）
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This is THE spot to meet in Shibuya

The typical meeting spot in Shibuya is Hachiko mae at Hachikomae Square in front of Shibuya station. Hachiko is the statue of a famous Akita dog with the same name, which has become a symbol of loyalty in Japan; Hachiko mae means "in front of Hachiko." Many people, and especially young people, use the bronze statue of Hachiko - which even became the inspiration for a Hollywood movie - as a landmark for meeting each other. Many tourists even queue to take a photo with the statue of Hachiko, that waited for his owner day after day even after his owner passed away. In spring, the surrounding cherry blossoms bloom which completely turns the spot into a charismatic spectacle.

Hachiko Statue

忠犬ハチ公像
- Address 2-1, Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0043
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- Nearest Station Shibuya Station （JR Shonan Shinjuku Line / JR Yamanote Line / JR Saikyo Line / Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line / Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line / Tokyu Toyoko Line / Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line / Keio Inokashira Line）
- Phone Number 03-3462-8311
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If you want to view Omotesando from above!

Omotesando area located along Meiji Dori, linking Harajuku and Shibuya, is a shopping street lined with many luxury brand shops. The footbridge near the Jingumae police box along Omotesando is the best photo spot for viewing zelkova roadside trees along Omotesando.

Jingumae Gocyoumehodoukyou

神宮前5丁目歩道橋
- Address Jingumae,Shibuya-ku,Tokyo, 150-0001
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- Nearest Station Meiji-Jingumae (Harajuku) Station （Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line / Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line）
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Area
Shibuya
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Landscapes Landmarks Photography
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