Posted: Fri Mar 13 2015
For an introduction to the seasonal world of game, try the pâté en croûte with bear, deer and boar, while the bear steak is perhaps the most impressive dish.
Deco. DIX Jinnan Bldg. B1F, 1-17-2 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
You’re never at risk of having the same thing for lunch twice at this fish restaurant: there’s a choice of 30 different dishes on weekdays, from sashimi to stewed goodies. Too bad you’re only allowed to pick two each.
Shibusan Yoshinari. 2F, 3-18-8 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Discover the time-honoured Japanese art of ‘tachiyomi’ (standing and reading) at this 24-hour bookshop, which lures the hip crowd with its horde of magazine back issues.
Yamashita Shoten. 3-19-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Music, literature, art, philosophy and culture are among the many subjects covered at this book store. Flick through the archival design books while enjoying a glass of wine at its 4-seat bar space.
Flying Books. 2F, 1-6-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
This small family-run restaurant serves only one dish: katsudon. But their secret culinary weapon is dipping the deep-fried pork cutlets in a special sauce before serving them atop an egg omelette.
Katsudonya Zuicho. 2-22-10 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Seafood at eye-popping prices is the recipe at this casual izakaya. Don't miss the OTT koborezushi ('overflowing sushi') plate with salmon roe, sea urchin, tuna and crab.
Isari Juu Hachiban. 2F Dogenzaka Torowa Bldg, 2-6-12 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Antique dolls, chandeliers and ornaments make up the decor, setting the scene for Grimoire's girly vintage gothics and cutesy dresses. You can also find pieces such as decorative cabinets and lampshades.
Grimoire. 1-10-7 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Peckish? Pick up homemade crepes and galettes at this relaxing café where the menu offers over 30 different types of toppings and even a dabble in French alcoholic apple cider.
Au Temps Jadis Creperie. 102, 1-5-4 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Already Japan’s largest record store, Tower Records had an overhaul in 2012, increasing its whopping 5,100 square metres of floor space, while adding performance spaces and a café.
Tower Records Shibuya. 1-22-14 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
This dinky ice cream parlour serves its sorbet-like, raw milk ice cream in tall spindles, balanced perilously in small cone cups. Tip: eat ’em quickly before you drop ’em.
Shiroichi. 1-7-7 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Many a fashion craze has been born at Shibuya 109, and over 30 years after it first opened, it still remains an essential destination for teens in search of the latest trends.
Shibuya 109. 2-29-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
The newest addition to Shibuya’s thriving nightlife opened in 2011 and has since attracted some of the biggest international DJs in the biz.
Sound Museum Vision. 2-10-7 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Map
This vegetarian restaurant is one of the trickiest to find, tucked away on an obscure back street. It's worth the hunt though – ¥1,000 gets you a set lunch including miso soup, rice and three deli dishes.
Nagi Shokudo. 15-10 Uguisudanicho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
If you want to wear what people in the fashion industry are wearing, head to this men’s select shop, which was recently given a natty, stained glass-heavy redesign.
Nepenthes. 2F, 1-17-4 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
If you swear by vinyl and enjoy digging through piles of secondhand records, welcome to your new Saturday afternoon shopping spot.
HMV Record Shop Shibuya. Noa Shibuya 1-2F, 36-2 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
The high-tech digital projector isn’t the only modern convenience at this planetarium: the seats also rotate individually, allowing you to behold the cosmos at your own leisure.
Cosmo Planetarium Shibuya. 12F, 23-21 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Housemade mozzarella and ricotta occupy pride of place at this cheesy eatery, which also does a nice line in sandwiches.
Cheese Stand. 5-8 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Besides lavishly decorated fruit parfaits, you can also sample tasty pancakes, fruit-filled sandwiches and Japanese-style desserts like anmitsu (gelatin cubes, anko bean paste and fresh fruit).
Shibuya Nishimura Fruits Parlour. 2F, 22-2 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
The set meals ('teishoku') are the draw at this no-frills eatery specialising in seafood – raw, fried, steamed, boiled and so on. Extra bowls of rice are free, but do note that not finishing your meal may lead to a fine.
Uoriki. 40-4 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
Find this American-style joint on the second floor and enjoy traditional US fare – although we're not sure how traditional a waffle chicken is – and a wide variety of drinks. Take advantage of their free Wi-Fi.
Moja. COI Nishi-Aoyama Bldg. B1-2F, 1-11-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours
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