Attractions & Map

Located in the heart of Tokyo's dynamic Shibuya district, The Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel is ideally placed for exploring the best of Tokyo. Just three blocks away is Shibuya Station, where you can catch the renowned Japanese subway to get virtually anywhere in town. Within walking distance of the hotel are many of the best shops in Tokyo, like the famous Parco and Seibu department stores. Shibuya is a trendy place where the latest in fashion and design can be seen in the sleek boutiques and shops that line such well-known streets as Koen Dori.

Don't miss Tokyu Hands for all cool things Japanese, or Bunkamura cultural village. To experience Tokyo's buzzing night life head for the bars, nightclubs and restaurants of Centre Gai, a short walk from the hotel.

Below is a list of five attractions close to the hotel. For more information on what to see and do while in Tokyo, please visit the Tokyo Tourist Board web site.

Hachiko Statue
Located outside the Shibuya Train Station is the Hachiko Statue, a bronze, life-size statue of an Akita dog. The statue commemorates the loyalty of a dog that faithfully met its master daily outside the station, even years after his master's death. Today the statue is a favourite rendezvous point for young people and couples and a special place of pilgrimage for dog lovers.

Omotesando Hills
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A complex of shops, restaurants, alongside a residential area, located at the heart of Aoyama which is considered as Tokyo's main shopping district. The buildings were designed by leading architect, Tadao Ando. Opened in February 2006, it quickly became one of the most famous landmarks of Tokyo.  The shops inside of this mall are mostly regarded as the top worldwide brands.

Electric Power Museum (Denryokukan)

Great for children of all ages, the Electric Power Museum contains some clever models and experiments explaining how electric energy works and revealing the wonder of every-day objects we take for granted. The museum, sponsored by TEPO, features lots of hands-on displays and, best of all, has free admission.

NHK Studio Park
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NHK is Japan's public broadcasting corporation. At the NHK Studio Park, you can discover how TV programs are produced including watching a live broadcast. There is a mini-studio theme park featuring hands-on activities such as acting and announcing and a shop selling NHK DVDs and other merchandise.

National Yoyogi Stadium

Built for the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games, the National Yoyogi Stadium still stands out on the Tokyo landscape for its innovative architectural design. The stadium has a seating capacity of 8000 and is now used as an entertainment venue, especially rock concerts and for sporting events.