Shibuya can be considered the hub for Japan's youth culture, as it is a sleepless city. The famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing, known as "one of the world's busiest intersections," sees up to 3,000 people crossing at once when the light turns green.
While there are many places catering to young people such as fashion, music, and game centers, Shibuya also has multiple live houses and unique museums that attract adults. Shibuya, now popular as a setting for anime, is a constantly evolving city with ongoing redevelopment projects, allowing you to feel the vibrancy of Japan's changing urban landscape.
Dining in Shibuya
Shibuya is Tokyo's most vibrant downtown area, boasting over 4,000 restaurants. With a wide range of genres from fusion to various styles, you'll have plenty of delicious choices to pick from.
Particularly popular are izakaya, Japanese-style pubs ranging from casual inexpensive spots to stylish ones offering Japanese or Western cuisines. Cafés favored by young people are also abundant, serving quality coffee, tea, and sweets in cozy spaces that invite lingering. Delicious ramen (Japanese noodle soup) shops are plentiful too.
With many restaurants open 24 hours, I will introduce a curated selection of recommended spots open late into the night.
Italian Bar "S grosso"
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First, I'll introduce the Italian bar "S grosso." In Japan, an Italian bar refers to a place where you can enjoy Italian cuisine and drinks. At "S grosso," you can savor delicious Italian dishes like pasta and pizza at reasonable prices.
A key highlight is their extensive wine and cocktail selection, making it highly recommended for cocktail lovers. Situated near Shibuya Station, it operates almost around the clock from 11:45 am to 4 am Tuesday through Saturday, so you can stay until morning even if you miss the last train. (Note: Monday and Sunday hours are 11:45 am to 11:30 pm)
Recommended dishes include the crab cream pasta, antipasto platter, and potatoes with sour cream. The pizzas are also crispy and delicious.
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- Address: 1F Force One Building, 1-11-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Closed: None
- Phone: 050-5597-2406
- Hours: Mon, Sun: 11:45 am - 11:30 pm, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Holidays: 11:45 am - 4:00 am
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sgrosso.24/?igshid=2uj5zq6ivuaf
Udagawa Cafe
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When it comes to cafés open late in Shibuya, Udagawa Cafe cannot be missed, operating from 11 am to 5 am the next morning.
As a café that has disseminated subculture and pop culture, you can enjoy a stylish ambiance here. Music and design enthusiasts will be drawn to the eye-catching displays and furnishings found throughout the space.
Being open late, the café offers a wide range of drinks including coffee, tea, beer, and other alcoholic beverages. The recommended choice is the chai tea latte, with the option to select almond, soy, or oat milk. For sweets, the apple pie is popular, and for those craving something more indulgent, the parfaits are also recommended. Note that a service charge applies for bills settled after 10 pm.
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- Address: 1F 2F, LD&K Building, 18-4 Udagawamachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Closed: None
- Phone: 050-5594-6835
- Hours: 11:00 am - 5:00 am
- Website: https://www.udagawacafe.com/new/
Cafe BOHEMIA
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If you want to experience an exotic ambiance reminiscent of Morocco or Turkey in Shibuya, Cafe BOHEMIA is recommended. The spacious terrace features a bar counter and box seats where you can enjoy shisha (hookah), the water pipe for smoking.
During dinner hours, candlelight sets a relaxing mood at each table. The menu offers a range of creative dishes from Italian to Moroccan cuisines, along with an extensive drink selection. Personal recommendations are the tandoori chicken and the gorgonzola and walnut risotto.
Belly dancing shows are regularly held inside the café. Open until 4 am every day except Sunday, you can enjoy the cafe late into the night. Note that a late-night charge applies when paying the bill after 10 pm.
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- Address: 1F, Noah Shibuya Part II, 36-22 Udagawachou, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Closed: Jan 1
- Phone: 03-6861-9170
- Hours: Mon-Sat & Day before Holiday: 11:30 am - 4:00 am, Sun: 11:30 am - 11:30 pm (Open until 4 am on days before holidays)
- Website: https://www.udagawacafe.com/cafe-bohemia/
BAR TRIANGLE Shibuya
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If you're looking for a bar open late in Shibuya, BAR TRIANGLE Shibuya is a great option, operating daily from 8 pm to 5 am. Despite being a bar, it's also famous for serving homemade tori paitan ramen (chicken broth ramen).
Tori paitan ramen features a rich broth made by simmering chicken for a long time, providing a deeply flavorful soup. Many Japanese crave ramen after drinking alcohol, making this dish popular here.
Inside, you can enjoy darts, karaoke, and watch sports on large screens. It's an ideal spot for groups looking to have a lively time or for smaller parties wanting to leisurely savor drinks and ramen.
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- Address: 5F, Shibuya Udagawa KK Building, 11-6 Udagawachou, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Closed: None
- Phone: 050-5456-6030
- Hours: 8:00 pm - 5:00 am
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/428triangle/
Oiran
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Oiran is a warmup bar & restaurant located near the area where clubs and live houses are concentrated in Shibuya. The first floor is a standing bar with a DJ, while the second floor has table seating for a more relaxed dining experience.
The red-based exterior and interior design incorporate a Japanese aesthetic, as the space was renovated from an old wooden building. The standing bar on the first floor is especially popular, bustling with night owls until late even on weeknights. Operating hours are 6 pm until late Monday through Saturday, and 6 pm to 1 am on Sundays.
The drink selection is extensive, including beer, wine, cocktails, as well as Japanese sake and shochu. The mojito is recommended, though it may not be available during busy periods. Note that there is a table charge for second-floor seating.
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- Address: 2-22-6 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Closed: Irregular
- Phone: 03-5456-8782
- Hours: Mon-Sat & Holidays: 6 pm - late, Sun: 6 pm - 1 am
- Website: https://www.oiran.asia/
Horumon Club Ajikura
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If you're craving yakiniku (grilled meat) late at night in Shibuya, Horumon Club Ajikura is recommended. Operating hours are 5 pm - 2 am (last order 1 am) Monday through Saturday, and 5 pm - 11 pm (last order 10 pm) on Sundays and holidays.
Horumon refers to edible meat offal, which is popularly grilled for yakiniku in Japan. At Ajikura, the fresh and thick-cut horumon is carefully prepared to minimize any gamey odors for a delicious eating experience. In addition to premium Japanese beef, you can also order various vegetable and seafood sides.
The recommended dish is the "Horumon Moriawase" platter featuring 6 types of carefully selected horumon of the day. The intimate, hideaway-like interior provides a relaxing atmosphere, welcoming solo diners and groups alike. English-speaking staff are also available.
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- Address: 1F Kopo Ikeda, 7-12 Maruyamachou, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Closed: Dec 31, Jan 1
- Phone: 03-3462-8811
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 5 pm - 2 am (L.O. 1 am), Sun & Holidays: 5 pm - 11 pm (L.O. 10 pm)
- Website: https://shibuya-ajikura.com/
Fully Experience Shibuya's Nightlife with a Tour
Shibuya has many dining spots open late into the night, befitting its reputation as a sleepless city. I introduced stylish cafes, bars, Japanese-style izakaya pubs ideal for groups, Italian restaurants, and more.
You can indulge in delicious ramen or yakiniku late at night before heading home. If you plan to stay out all night, grab drinks at a standing bar or spend time at a cafe operating into the early morning hours.
To truly immerse yourself in Shibuya's nightlife, a tour visiting izakaya and bars is highly recommended. Knowledgeable local guides will take you to great izakaya and bars, with meals and drinks included in the tour price.
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