TOKYO - A tour of the large-scale redevelopment site around Shibuya Station in Tokyo was held on September 15th, Respect for the Aged Day, organized by Tokyu, JR East, and Tokyo Metro. About 20 participants, including elementary and junior high school students from Shibuya Ward, visited the construction site, which includes the planned East Exit 4th Floor Skyway set to open in 2030.
Children expressed their impressions, saying they were surprised to see new views, and that seeing the site from above rather than below felt refreshing. The redevelopment of Shibuya Station and its surrounding area has entered its final stage, with full completion targeted for 2034.
According to the organizers, the event was designed to allow the younger generation to experience the appeal of the "Shibuya of the future." Keisuke Nonaka commented, "I hope that many people will learn about this project and that it will grow into something that everyone can support."
The Shibuya Station redevelopment, one of the largest urban renewal projects in Japan, has entered its final stage, with full completion scheduled for 2034. The project involves a sweeping redesign of the station complex and surrounding area, including new skyscrapers, pedestrian decks, and green spaces. Recent milestones include the 2019 opening of Shibuya Scramble Square, a 230-meter-high tower with an observation deck overlooking the famous crossing, and the completion of Shibuya Stream, which redeveloped the former Tokyu Toyoko Line site.
Once finished, the project will integrate multiple rail lines, expand pedestrian access, and improve the flow of nearly 3 million passengers who use the station daily. Developers aim to transform Shibuya into a global hub for business, culture, and tourism, positioning it as a next-generation urban center for both domestic and international visitors.
Source: テレ東BIZ
