Shibuya Gourmet Trip : Taste and Compare at a Food Theme Park Boasting About 240 Shops and Find Souvenirs
In Shibuya, the talk of the town is “Shibuya Tokyu Foodshow,” “Tokyu Foodshow Edge,” “TOYOKO NORENGAI,” and “The Wine by Tokyu Department Store.”
All of them are gourmet spots produced by Tokyu Department Store.
By visiting these four locations, you can take in Shibuya’s landmarks and the Shoto area while indulging in gourmet experiences.
This article introduces special “food experiences” you can enjoy in Shibuya, as well as tips to enrich your gourmet trip even more.
Find your favorite flavors and enjoy your very own special Shibuya gourmet journey.
What Are the Two Special “Food Experiences” You Can Enjoy in Shibuya?
The two special “food experiences” you can encounter in Shibuya are food tastings and wine tastings.
Make the most of the four food theme parks, boasting about 240 shops in total, and experience unique food adventures you cannot find elsewhere.
1. Compare Favorites in Your Preferred Style
“Shibuya Tokyu Foodshow,” “Tokyu Foodshow Edge,” and “TOYOKO NORENGAI” bring together a wide variety of gourmet options.
Each features eat-in spaces, so one of the attractions is being able to enjoy your purchase immediately on the spot.
Below is a summary of the features of each of the three spots.
Choose the eat-in space that suits your taste and compare your favorite gourmet items.
Shibuya Tokyu Foodshow“SHIBUYA STAND”
Located on the B1 floor “Shibuchika” of Shibuya TOKYU FOOD SHOW, “SHIBUYA STAND” is a convenient gourmet space near the station that connects with the city.
You can casually enjoy sweets, prepared dishes, and café drinks right there, with many customers using it for takeout or short visits.
With standing counters and a few seats, it’s an easy spot to stop by.
Tokyu Foodshow Edge “SHIBUYA STAND”
Found on the B2 floor of Shibuya Scramble Square, “SHIBUYA STAND” is a stylish stand-type eat-in where you can enjoy handheld gourmet items and drinks.
With a stand-up dining style, you can enjoy light meals, snacks, and drinks on the spot-perfect for a quick drink after work or a casual bite.
It is a new-generation depachika spot featuring sophisticated design and a free-spirited atmosphere.
TOYOKO NORENGAI “SWITCH TABLE”
On the B3 floor of Shibuya Hikarie ShinQs, “SWITCH TABLE” is an eat-in space where you can easily enjoy the flavors of long-established shops. As a food hall gathering gourmet specialties from TOYOKO NORENGAI, it offers sushi, Japanese side dishes, Western cuisine, and more to savor right there.
Ideal for a break during shopping, lunch, or a light dinner, you can enjoy authentic flavors in a calm atmosphere. With about 60 seats, it is also easy to use alone.
2. Discover Your Favorite Wine Through Paid Tastings and Professional Guidance
Nestled in a quiet corner of the Shoto area near Bunkamura, “The Wine by Tokyu Department Store” offers around 2,000 carefully selected wines chosen by Tokyu Department Store buyers, making it a place to enjoy authentic wine selection.
Along with wines from renowned regions such as France, there is also a rich lineup of Japanese wines and natural wines, making it popular as souvenirs as well.
It has been attracting attention as a place to enjoy unique experiences.
Here we introduce its highlights.
Wine Sales by Sommeliers
Experienced sommeliers are always on hand, offering careful support in wine selection using their expertise.
They propose the best bottle according to your preferences and purpose, and you can also purchase after confirming the taste through paid tastings.
Casual Wine Tastings with Paid Options and Tasting Machines
Using the paid tasting counter or self-service tasting machines, you can casually compare wines.
Since you can sample small amounts right there, it is possible to take your time finding your favorite bottle.
It is a new style of wine selection where you can try a wide variety of labels on the spot.
Two More Tips to Enrich Your Shibuya Gourmet Trip
1. “WAmazing”: Alcohol Pickup Service at Airports
“WAmazing” is a convenient service that allows you to purchase alcoholic beverages such as sake online at duty-free prices and pick them up at airports or major stations.
After purchasing fine sake selected by sommeliers and kikizakeshi (sake professionals) during your trip, you can travel hands-free and pick it up before departure from a locker-style pickup machine.
It is a great way to bring home heavy bottles of alcohol comfortably and securely, so be sure to take advantage of it.
2. “Shibuya Food Digital Map” for Efficient Movement
Shibuya’s underground passages often look alike and are easy to get lost in.
To enjoy your Shibuya gourmet trip efficiently, use the Shibuya Food Digital Map that works entirely on your smartphone.
It also shows coin locker locations intuitively, making it convenient during travel.
For a “Shibuya-Style Souvenir,” Choose “Toyoko Hachiko Assortment”
A limited souvenir featuring the popular character “Toyoko Hachiko” on the package is available at each spot.
Both the taste and the design are satisfying, making it the perfect “Shibuya-style souvenir,” also ideal as a treat for yourself.
Wrap-up
By touring the four gourmet spots that connect Shibuya landmarks with the charm of Oku-Shibuya, you can complete a trip that lets you fully enjoy Shibuya’s food.
Use this article as your guide and set out on a fulfilling Shibuya gourmet journey that covers sightseeing, dining, and souvenir hunting.
If you want to know more about the latest trends, be sure to check “Leave the Latest Trends to ‘Tokyu Department Store’! A Complete Guide to Shopping & Gourmet in Shibuya.”