Shibuya: From Urban Chaos to Sacred Forest – Free Tour in Spanish

5.00

Excellent(4)

Tokyo

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: Spanish

Guru: Hugo

Registered on 29 January 2023

I’m Hugo I’m a University living in Tokyo. I was born in Spain raised in Japan. I studied in Canada in high school. I came to Tokyo an year ago and was a tourist myself, so I will be able to show and teach stuff that impressed me and will impress you too!

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

This free tour in Spanish takes you through the most authentic Shibuya, combining history, culture and unique contrasts that no tourist guide mentions.

We begin at the statue of Hachiko, a symbol of loyalty that moved all of Japan and continues to bring together millions of people every day.

From there we crossed the Scramble Crossing, where up to 3,000 people cross at the same time without colliding.

We entered Nonbei Yokocho, the alley of the drunks, a corner of the Showa era with more than 40 small bars that survived the real estate boom of the 80s.

We continue through Shibuya Yokocho, a 100-meter passage with 19 food stalls representing different regions of Japan.

We went up to the rooftop of Miyashita Park to enjoy a panoramic view of Shibuya, where a park, fashion shops and a climbing wall coexist in a single building.

Then we'll descend Cat Street and end at Meiji Shrine, a forest of 100,000 trees planted just 100 years ago in the heart of Tokyo. A finale that contrasts sharply with everything that came before: from urban chaos to sacred silence.

Free tour, based on voluntary tips.

Duration: 2 hours.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Punto de encuentro

The meeting point is the police station (koban) in front of Shibuya Station. Upon exiting Shibuya Station, head towards the Hachiko Exit. From there, you'll see the police station (koban) directly across the street, next to the famous statue of the dog Hachiko. Our guide will be waiting there with a sign. If you have any trouble finding us, please don't hesitate to call us.

Outside visit

忠犬ハチ公像

Outside visit

区渋谷交差点

Outside visit

のんべい横丁

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.