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Two Faces of Shibuya Gritty Backstreets and Urban Luxury
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Shibuya is one of the most electrifying neighborhoods in the world — but crossing the famous scramble intersection is just the beginning. This 2-hour tour opens with Taro Okamoto's monumental mural, then plunges into the hidden side of Shibuya: the gritty nightlife alleys of Dogenzaka, the mysterious love hotel district, and the underground culture most tourists never see. We then shift gears entirely — stepping into the peaceful greenery of Yoyogi Park and the serene 1,000-year-old Okuden Shrine, where the city noise fades away. From there, we race through Parco and Miyashita Park before discovering Tower Records and Nonbei Yokocho, a nostalgic alley still breathing the spirit of old Tokyo....
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide fee
Public transportation
Tip
Meeting Points
Departure
Starbucks Coffee - Shibuya Tsutaya
Meet the guide at the 1st-floor Starbucks (green sign). Look for the "Golux Japan" welcome board.
Meet Hachiko, the legendary loyal dog whose bronze statue has become Shibuya's most beloved landmark and meeting point.
10 minutes
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Myth of Tomorrow
Marvel at Taro Okamoto's monumental mural "Tomorrow's Myth," a powerful masterpiece hidden in plain sight inside Shibuya Station.
10 minutes
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MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya
Step into the ultimate Japanese variety store — six floors of everything from snacks and cosmetics to souvenirs, open nearly 24 hours.
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Shibuya 109
Discover the birthplace of Japan's iconic gyaru fashion culture at Shibuya 109, a symbol of Tokyo's ever-evolving street style.
10 minutes
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Shibuya Center-gai
Stroll through Shibuya's busiest pedestrian street, buzzing with youth culture, food stalls, and nonstop energy day and night.
10 minutes
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宇田川町ビルディング
Heading to the entertainment district
15 minutes
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Shibuya Parco
Pass by Parco, Shibuya's legendary cultural complex that has shaped Japanese art, fashion, and pop culture since the 1970s.
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Tower Records Shibuya
Visit Tower Records Shibuya, a mecca for music lovers and one of the largest record stores in the world — still thriving in the streaming age.
10 minutes
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MULTI-PURPOSE SPORTS FACILITY
Head up to the rooftop for a breather and a sweeping view over Shibuya's skyline, perfect for photos and a moment of calm.
20 minutes
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Shibuya Yokocho
Dive into Shibuya Yokocho, a lively alley of izakayas serving regional Japanese street food — the perfect crash course in local bar culture.
10 minutes
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Shibuya Hikarie
End at Hikarie, Shibuya's sleek commercial tower offering high-end shopping, dining, and a bird's-eye view of the city below.
20 minutes
Two Faces of Shibuya Gritty Backstreets and Urban Luxury
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Shibuya is one of the most electrifying neighborhoods in the world — but crossing the famous scramble intersection is just the beginning. This 2-hour tour opens with Taro Okamoto's monumental mural, then plunges into the hidden side of Shibuya: the gritty nightlife alleys of Dogenzaka, the mysterious love hotel district, and the underground culture most tourists never see. We then shift gears entirely — stepping into the peaceful greenery of Yoyogi Park and the serene 1,000-year-old Okuden Shrine, where the city noise fades away. From there, we race through Parco and Miyashita Park before discovering Tower Records and Nonbei Yokocho, a nostalgic alley still breathing the spirit of old Tokyo....
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide fee
Public transportation
Tip
Meeting Points
Departure
Starbucks Coffee - Shibuya Tsutaya
Meet the guide at the 1st-floor Starbucks (green sign). Look for the "Golux Japan" welcome board.
