101 things to do in Shibuya

61. Power up with a flower...

Need a special bouquet for a special occasion? Find it at this pretty flower shop that also carries a wide range of potted plants and cactuses. Habana. 1-14-14 Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

62. Try tantalising tofu...

Tofu is the speciality at this hotel restaurant, which serves up a variety of rich soy offerings, complemented by seasonal ingredients and quality saké. The fish – selected daily from Tsukiji by the chef – is also sublime.
Nigome. Creston Hotel, 10-8 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

63. Delve into some global sounds...

A dreary apartment complex near Shibuya Station provides the unlikely setting for this impressively stocked shop, where the jumbled CD racks teem with music from South America, Asia and Africa.
El Sur Records. #1006 Miymasuzaka Bldg, 2-19-15 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

64. Indulge in craft beer and vinyl...

There's nothing ersatz about this British pub: from the no-smoking policy to the 3,000 slabs of vinyl and 21 draught microbrews and hand-pumped ales, it's like a little slice of Old Blighty in the heart of Shibuya.
The Aldgate. 3F, 30-4 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

65. Grab a seat at the izakaya counter...

There's seating at the back, but the counter offers the best perch for anyone in search of a raucous evening out. The day's menu comes daubed in Japanese on a scroll of paper, which the staff should be able to help you decipher. Narukiyo. B1F, 2-7-14 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

66. Stop by for brunch...

Serving wholesome, home-style cooking, using vegetables grown at a private farm at the foot of Mt Fuji, Good Honest Grub has been a popular weekend brunch stop for expats for over a decade. Good Honest Grub. 2-20-8 Higashi, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

67. Eat like an American...

Brooklyn Lager on tap, beefy burgers and occasional meatball spaghetti – the consumables at least are authentically American at this casual and welcoming eatery.
418Kamiyama. 4-18 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

68. Have a rooftop kick-around...

There’s no beating the location of this singularly picturesque football pitch: it sits atop the Tokyu Toyoko department store, right next to Shibuya Station.
Adidas Futsal Park. Tokyu Department Store East Building rooftop, 2-24-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

69. Accessorise like a man...

The owner of this lifestyle shop worked as a store interior designer before opening his own place in 2013. Oozing simplicity, quality and refined manliness, the stationery, tableware and clothing here deserves a close look.
Archivando. B1F, 41-5 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

70. Seek out hard-to-find designers...

The futuristic decor, featuring 8,000 tiny pyramids, is just one thing to love about Laila Tokio, where you'll find classic and cutting-edge designer ranges. Laila Tokio. 2F, 1-5-11 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

71. Sink your teeth into something Sardinian...

Italian restaurants are easy to come by in Tokyo, but few are as distinctive as this lively taverna, which effortlessly recreates the atmosphere – and flavours – of the island of Sardinia.
Tharros. 1-5-2 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

72. Drink the world on tap...

Like a craft beer bar on steroids, the awkwardly named Goodbeer Faucets has over 40 microbrews on tap, served in a sleek chrome-and-concrete setting.
Goodbeer Faucets. 2F, 1-29-1 Shoto, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

73. Bite into a washoku sandwich...

Run by a former sushi chef, this recently opened coffee and snack stand makes good use of local ingredients: the uncured ham and ouba (green perilla) sandwich is flavoured with yuzu.
Camelback Sandwich & Espresso. 42-2 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

74. Upgrade your granola...

Try some of Tokyo's most gourmet granolas and mueslis at this specialist breakfast cereal shop that's equipped with an eat-in space and offers options including a variety of nuts and dried fruits.
Ganori Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs. B3F Shibuya Hikarie, 2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

75. Peer into the future of art...

Formerly known as Nanzuka Underground, this alternative art space is making waves with its certifiably quirky displays.
Nanzuka. B1F, 2-17-3 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

76. Write yourself a letter...

Steeped in the atmosphere of a bygone era, Postalco is proof that good taste never goes out of style – and the stationery and accessories on sale here are very stylish indeed.
Postalco. 3F, 1-6-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

77. Browse books until midnight...

The staff at this ultra-hip bookshop are more interested in encouraging new discoveries than hawking the latest bestseller – and they stay open until midnight, too.
Shibuya Publishing Booksellers. 17-3 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

78. Be a sociable art connoisseur...

Take off your shoes when entering this mixed-use art space showcasing a wide range of both local and international artists. It's all about encouraging visitors to relax and engage in conversation about the art while sipping on some cocktails. Atsukobarouh Arts Drinks Talk. 5F, 1-29-1 Shoto, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours

79. Listen to the Liquid...

The reincarnation of a legendary Shinjuku music venue, this is one of Tokyo’s top gig spots – and an occasional nightclub, to boot. Head upstairs to our very own Time Out Café & Diner, a dapper lounge with free Wi-Fi.
Liquidroom. 3-16-6 Higashi, Shibuya-ku. Map

80. Buy souvenirs from a vending machine...

Run by the same family for three generations, Maruara Watanabe is a good place to pick up traditional Japanese souvenirs, but the quirkiest attraction has to be the pair of vending machines outside that dispense tourist trinkets 24 hours a day.
Maruara Watanabe. 16-8 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku. Map and opening hours