The Shibuya Scramble Crossing has become one of Tokyo’s most iconic sights in recent years, appearing in numerous Hollywood films as well as television series. While it might appear like just another large junction at first, when the lights turns red, and everyone walks from every direction, towards whichever direction they want, there’s a sheer sense of chaos, and also orderliness at the same time. During busy hours, almost 2,500 people could be crossing the street at a single time within the span of 2 minutes.
A great way to people watch at the crossing is by heading to the Starbucks on the second floor of the Tsutaya just beside the crossing, and grabbing a counter seat by the window.
