Published on : Saturday, June 2, 2018
A major focus for redevelopment is Shibuya Station and its surrounding area. A major center of fashion, culture and nightlife in Tokyo, as well as a leading hub of technology and creative industry, Shibuya is transforming beyond recognition to attain the “No.1 must-see destination in Japan.”
Dating back to the Meiji Era, Shibuya Station is today one of the busiest rail stations in the world, handling over 2.4 million passengers every weekday.
The regeneration of the nearby Shibuya River will add more pedestrian space, while a new bus terminal in front of the station will offer direct airport limousine transfers to Haneda and Narita Airports, and this would improve convenience for locals, tourists and visiting professionals alike.
A new rainwater reservoir under the station will help protect Shibuya against torrential rain, while an earthquake-resistant building is being constructed nearby as a temporary evacuation site with emergency provisions for commuters if there are sudden unexpected situations.