Group bus pickup in Shibuya

Where a coach can meet your group

The streets around the scramble crossing, Center Gai and the station plazas are packed with pedestrians and taxis. A charter coach should not be planned there. Several newer hotels in the redevelopment area south of the station have proper vehicle access; older or smaller hotels may only have a taxi bay.

When a hotel cannot take a large coach, we look for a wider street a short walk away, or recommend a minibus that fits the hotel entrance. For groups staying in different hotels, one shared meeting point saves several risky stops.

Traffic around Shibuya

• Roads near the station are slow at almost any time of day, especially on weekend afternoons.
• Shibuya has good access to the Shuto Expressway towards Haneda and the Tomei Expressway towards Hakone.
• For late returns after dinner or nightlife, choose a drop-off at the hotel rather than the station area.

Luggage and walking distance

If the meeting point is a few minutes from the hotel, think about suitcases: rolling luggage through Shibuya's crowds and slopes is slow. For airport transfers with heavy bags, a hotel that accepts the vehicle is worth the effort, even if it means choosing a smaller bus or two vehicles.