This place is a melting ground for the fashion conscious and trendy teenagers and is lined with trendy shops, boutiques and some historic sites. On Sundays, crowds of young people converge here dressed up in myriad colors and styles to socialize and have fun. Other significant sites here are the Meiji shrine and the Yoyogi Park. Take time off to experience the fun and frolic that marks the place.
1) NHK Studiopark
The NHK is one of the biggest broadcasting companies in Japan and the Studiopark is located within the broadcasting center’s headquarters. It offers a sneak peek into what happens behind the scenes within the studios. The place is very near to both the Shibuya and Harajuku stations. The exhibits, interactive demos, and a visit of the studios make it a unique experience. They organize an hour-long tour of the place and you do not need to understand the language to enjoy the tour.
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2) Mandarake
Situated two stories below the ground, the Mandarake store is one of the largest vendors of used anime and manga-related products in Tokyo. You can find collectibles, VHS tapes, DVDs, CDs, used manga (Japanese comics), toys, and large numbers of fan-drawn dōjinshi that have been drawn by fans of manga comics.
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3) Bunkamura
Located next to Tokyu department store, Bunkamura represents the first and the largest multi-media, cross-cultural complex of its kind in Japan. It is also the largest one in Tokyo. Bunkamura, literally means "culture village" and consists of a concert hall, a theater, two cinemas, and a museum that holds several exhibitions through the year. On the premises are some shops and restaurants to make the best of your time here.
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4) 109 Building
The 109 building in Shibuya is a fashion complex housing plenty of boutiques on ten floors. It is very popular among the teenagers and it is said that this place is the origin of the kogal subculture. Platform boots, miniskirts, lots of makeup, hair coloring, artificial suntans and designer accessories are distinctive marks of this subculture.
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5) Hachiko Statue
The story goes that Hachiko was an Akita dog, who used to accompany his master, Professor Ueno to the Shibyua Station every day. Hachiko used to wait at the station and meet his master again in the evening. One day the professor did not return home from work due to a heart attack. The dog continued to come to the station every evening for 10 years even after his master's death. It is in his memory, that this monument was set up and has become a national symbol of loyalty.
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6) Center Gai
The Center Gai is a 120 feet long shopping street that stretches right from the Shibuya station. It is famous for being the trendsetter in Japanese fashion. It is a pedestrian zone and is lined with stores, boutiques, game centers, nightclubs and restaurants. The most remarkable shops here include the Tutuanna, Silver Shop, a sapporo ramen and Tsutaya. The Center Gai is also famous for its clothing stores.
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7) Koen-dori
Koen-dori translated into English means “Park Street”. This area is known for its high-street fashion boutiques and is the trendsetter in fashion. Koean-dori stretches from the Marui departmental store to the Yoyogi Park. Among the big brand stores are the Seibu, Parco, Docomo, Three minutes happiness and other top-notch boutiques. The clock in front of the Shibuya kuyakusho is one of the major attractions of the place.
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8) Tobacco and Salt Museum
Opened in 1978 by the Japan Tobacco and Salt Public Corporation, Tobacco and Salt Museum has numerous exhibits related to the production and types of tobacco and salt. The museum also provides its visitors with information about Japanese methods of producing tobacco, about its history and the impact of smoking on Japanese art. Tobacco and Salt Museum is housed in a four-storied building and has a souvenir shop.
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