SeoulScribing: Tokyo: Part Deuce--ShiBUya

Tokyo subway

Day two in Tokyo we decide to wander another ward of the city: Shibuya. Shibuya is known as one of the most prominent fashion hubs in Tokyo, particularly because it includes Harajuku street, a shopping district that is famous all over the world for its unique fashion--including both posh boutiques and affordable street shopping.

Kimono anyone?

As we exit Shibuya station, the first thing we stumble upon is a thrift store called "CHICAGO." What a pleasant surprise. A little bit of the Chi coming our way...all the way to Asia. Although I don't believe any of the items in the shop were actually from Chicago, it was still nice to see the name.

Post spending some time shopping around...we wander our way to the Meiji Shrine to take care of our some cultural requirements. See "Meiji Shrine" post.

Free Hugs?

After our peaceful visit to the shrine, we head back to find Shibuya crossing. Shibuya crossing, aka 'Shibuya Scramble Crossing,' is a pedestrian crossing outside of Shibuya subway station. When it is time to cross, all traffic is stopped thus allowing only pedestrians to walk in all directions through the intersection. It is one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world. It was pretty intense!

Everyone anxiously waiting to cross...

And it's GO time

And we're still crossin...

I digress. Did I mention it has been over 90 degrees the entire trip thus far? This type of weather requires constant water/beer/ice-cream/something delicious and cold.
Pit Stop: Mouth watering gelato at one of the many cafes on Meiji Dori. Don't worry, it only cost about $10 for a small cup. :D

Some photos I just had to capture: