SHIBUYA SCRAMBLE SQUARE
This new 47-story skyscraper is at the heart of a major urban redevelopment project in the district, in a "neo Shibuya" that is both forward-looking and rooted in local culture and history. Designed by architect Kengo Kuma, who also designed the National Stadium for the Tokyo Olympics, the tower overlooks the station and the Scramble crossing. Inside, a shopping mall rises on the first 14 levels. It is most notable for its food offerings, with many cafes and restaurants offering cuisine that fuses several culinary traditions. The souvenir stores on the 14th floor display Japanese products with contemporary designs, and there are nuggets for every budget.
The main attraction of the building is the Shibuya Sky, the open-air panoramic observatory perched 223 meters above sea level. The view over Tokyo is breathtaking, especially since only a glass railing separates visitors from the void. They can take pictures of themselves floating almost above the city or sit in hammocks or sofas to enjoy the view or contemplate the sky. The entrance fee may seem a bit expensive compared to the Shinjuku City Hall Observatory, but the open-air view of the sunset, or the city lights, is simply enchanting. Not to mention the view of the Shibuya intersection. From the top, the flow of pedestrians seems to be only a silent wave...
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