Shibuya 109: The Heart of Tokyo's Fashion Scene

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from Kai to Shibuya 109, start by getting onto the Chuo Expressway (中央自動車道) from Kai. Follow the signs for Tokyo and continue on the Chuo Expressway until you reach the Shinjuku area. From there, take the Shinjuku exit and follow signs for Shibuya. Once you approach Shibuya, you can park at a nearby parking lot, such as the Shibuya QFRONT Parking or the Shibuya Station Parking. Be prepared for parking fees, which can be around 500-600 yen per hour.

• Public Transportation - Train

  To reach Shibuya 109 using public transport, start by taking the Fujikyu Railway from Kai Station (甲府駅). Board the train towards Otsuki Station (大月駅). At Otsuki Station, transfer to the JR Chuo Line and take the train to Shinjuku Station (新宿駅). From Shinjuku, transfer to the JR Yamanote Line and take the train to Shibuya Station (渋谷駅). Upon arriving at Shibuya Station, exit the station and follow signs to the Hachiko exit. Shibuya 109 is just a short walk from the station, located at 2 Chome-29-1 Dogenzaka. The total train fare is approximately 1,500 yen.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  Another option is to take an express bus from Kai to Shibuya. Start by locating the Kai City Bus Terminal (甲府市バスターミナル). Board a bus heading to Shibuya, which may take around 2 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic. Once you arrive at Shibuya Station, you can easily walk to Shibuya 109, located at 2 Chome-29-1 Dogenzaka. The bus fare is usually around 2,000 yen one way.