Location: Shibuya / Harajuku / Ebisu
Top Things to do in Shibuya / Harajuku / Ebisu
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Things to do in Tokyo, Kanto: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
Restaurants in Tokyo
1. Meiji Jingu Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,198 reviews
Two, large gates frame the entrance to this Shinto shrine that was dedicated to Emperor and Empress Meiji. Completed in 1920, repairs were required after the shrine was damaged during World War II.
Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland
My favourite place in Tojyo, simple as that. When combined with its gardens this wonderful, beguiling shrine will keep you captivated for hours as it did me. The main shrine is stunning with is huge torii and beautiful colours I loved the row of burgundy wine barrels and sake barrels opposite, gifts for the consecration of the shrine.. There is a beautiful prayer wall too on the right as you look at the main shrine. They ive you a nice little guide going in and you starmp it yourself with a lovely old ink stamper. The pair of sacred Camphor trees in the forecourt are gorgeous. One was planted in memory of the Emperor who died in 1912, the other for the Empress who passed in 1920. They are two trees tended to look like one, a beautiful sentiment. Now, one main bit of advice. Don't limit yourself just to the main shrine. Wander around the grounds as there are some simply gorgeous smaller ones dotted about. Anyway, a wonderful, spiritual place, very moving and captivating. An absolute must do.
2. Urasando Garden
3. Meiji Shrine Imperial Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 229 reviews
Reviewed By LoisD96 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Visited the Shrine on the same day as the new Emperor was installed. A national holiday for the Japanese with many there to honour a very famous Emperor of the past. The entry portal is quite magnificent and the area beatuifully wooded. A very enjoyable visit.
4. Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
5. Hachiko
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4.0 based on 3,963 reviews
Reviewed By ScarlettJezebel - Melbourne, Australia
Hachiko is a legend in Tokyo, so much so that copy statues of this faithful are common (such as in Don Quixote). But this is the real deal, and a great photo opportunity. The statue is easily located outside Shibuya station, and definitely worth visiting and knowing the story so you can understand the obsession with all the Hachiko souvenirs!
6. Shibuya Cat Street
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 524 reviews
Browse through both well-known international brand outposts and less mainstream shops on this street. Unlike the rest of Shibuya, this shopping street is quiet and relaxed.
Reviewed By Tour44104087497 - Houston, United States
Originally got the idea to visit this place from a guy I follow on YouTube that lives in Japan. Enjoyed the shops but I truly enjoyed taking the side streets. Really beautiful area and you'll find interesting small restaurants and shops off the main path.
7. Omotesando
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,937 reviews
Area of high-end boutiques.
Reviewed By MonTseanda - Barcelona, Spain
Love to promenade and to enter in the different shops and restaurants in what is the Champs Elysees of Japan...there is a great japanise kimono shop and international restaurants along this great avenue... I highly recommend to walk along the Yoyogi Koen park and the Meiji Jingumae Temple. Take a poem at the entrance from this japanise emper and visit one of the most beautiful sintoist temples in Tokyo.
8. Takeshita Street
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4,408 reviews
This popular street in Harajuku is known for wacky, youth-driven shops selling colorful and crazy clothes and accessories. It's also a paradise for sweets-lovers - don't miss the fluffy, sugary crepes.
Reviewed By disneydadoz - Sydney, Australia
Takeshita Street (Dori) is a fun place to visit. Interesting shops, great waffle ice cream cones, make an animal shaped ice cream cone, eat tradintional fun far out food, crazy sized fairy floss, eat at Wolfgang Pucks (can be a little pricey). Close to shopping street at the end of the road, just a short train ride from Shinjuku on the way to Shibuya or spend the morning at Yoyogi PArk and see the Meiji Shrine and then eat and have fun in Takeshita Street. (We did it both ways). We loved this place and would love to go back again.
9. Shibuya Center-gai
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,172 reviews
Reviewed By vlee888 - Singapore, Singapore
I recommend just walking back and forth here instead of standing in the middle of the crowd and taking a photo. The best spots where you can take a slow mo or timelapse would be at Starbucks, at the Shibuya Mark City or if you're staying at Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, there's a good view
