Shibuya Scramble Crossing

The World's Busiest Crossing

The Shibuya Scramble Crossing is a global symbol of urban Japan, where up to three thousand people cross at once when the lights turn. Traffic halts on every side and pedestrians flood the intersection from all directions in a choreographed rush that repeats around the clock.

Neon and Billboards

Ringed by towering video screens and illuminated advertisements, the crossing is one of Tokyo's most photographed sights. The glowing façades of surrounding buildings turn the plaza into a constantly shifting canvas of light and colour.

Heart of Shibuya

Just outside Shibuya Station and the famous Hachikō statue, the crossing anchors the district's shopping streets, department stores and nightlife. It is the gateway to Shibuya Center-Gai and the surrounding warren of boutiques, arcades and eateries.

A Living Landmark

Featured in countless films and travel guides, the scramble crossing embodies the energy and scale of the world's largest metropolis. This live view offers an unfiltered window onto the ceaseless movement at the centre of Tokyo.