Welcome to Shibuya-ku
Welcome to Shibuya-ku
Key Details
1. In a few words
An eclectic mix – a fashion capital, gourmet destination, nightlife hub juxtaposed against major green spaces and affluent, laid-back neighbourhoods, and café culture. In the midst of redevelopment with the swanky Shibuya scramble square at its centre
2. Fun facts
The famous Shibuya crossing is the first image most people have of Tokyo. Home to one of the busiest train stations in the world, JR Shibuya
3. Life in Shibuya
Convenience of accessing almost anything and everything you need. Major shopping and entertainment centres just a walk away from quiet residential neighbourhoods. Centre of start-up culture with co-working spaces and lots of meetups
4. Connectivity
Terrific connectivity being a transport hub. Access to famous JR Yamanote line offering connectivity to major destinations across Tokyo along with access to Tokyo Metro, Keio line, Tokyo line, and numerous bus lines
5. The RE market
Apartments, new developments being constructed, and range of co-living spaces
Around The Block
Ebisu
Ebisu, centred around JR Ebisu, Ebisu is well connected via the Yamonate line and Tokyo Metro Hibiya line which offers direct access to Roppongi. There are many restaurants and cafes around the station, with numerous traditional establishments in the surrounding streets. Ebisu sky walk connects the train station with Ebisu Garden Place, a mix-used development that was formerly the factory site of Sapporo breweries. Ebisu is a high-class neighbourhood and with excellent transport links and a traditional yet modern atmosphere, Ebisu is a highly attractive place to stay
Daikanyama
Daikanyama is a polished and relaxed part of town with a reputation for café culture and trendy boutiques. An upscale neighbourhood popular with expats, the area is home to numerous modern low-rise architecture. Daikanyama station is just one stop from the Shibuya transit hub, but equally, JR Ebisu is easily accessible on foot.
Omotesando
Omotesando is well known for its trendy street of high fashion boutiques surrounded by restaurants and cafes, with the Omotesando Hills shopping complex at its centre. The neighbourhood, built on undulating hills, is quiet and is particularly popular amongst expats. Compared to some of the other Shibuya neighbourhoods, Omotesando has a higher concentration of single-family homes – you will find affluent families living here. Also in the neighbourhood is the Aoyama Gakuin University, a private university widely recognized as one of the leading universities in Japan. Omotesando has a metro station with numerous train lines running through.
Yoyogi
Yoyogi is a quiet, understated neighbourhood located at the northern part of Shibuya-ku and is just south of the Shinjuku shopping and entertainment district. Immediately outside JR Yoyogi station and the adjoining lanes are lined with local restaurants, with the trendy Yoyogi village F&B area tucked behind some office buildings. Yoyogi Park and the Meiji Jingu shrine are just a short walk away. Yoyogi has excellent train connections with the Yamanote line and Oedo line.
Investment View
While each of the neighbourhoods within Shibuya have their distinctive character, they are trendy, and are popular both with the affluent across locals and internationals. Demand for properties in Shibuya-ku has historically been strong with limited new supply. Occupancy has historically been high and depending on age, apartments go on sale between the 3%-5% yield range. Overall, Shibuya-ku apartments are highly appealing as an investment.
Other Neighborhoods To Explore
