Shibuya travel guide
Shibuya Travel Budget: Daily Costs & Calculator
Shibuya is free to explore — the crossing, Hachiko statue and street art cost nothing. Paid highlights like Shibuya Sky cost about $17. Eating runs $8–15 per casual meal, and hotels average $130 mid-range, about 10% above the Tokyo average due to demand.
How expensive is Shibuya?
Shibuya prices run about 10% above the Tokyo average for accommodation, but food costs match the rest of the city. Use the calculator with Shibuya-specific tiers below.
Shibuya trip budget calculator
Pick your travel style and trip length — the calculator estimates your total budget in USD using real 2026 Shibuya prices.
Excludes international flights. Lodging is per room (shared by travellers); other costs are per person. Prices in USD, converted from Japanese Yen (JPY).
Shibuya daily costs by travel style
| Cost per day | Backpacker | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodging | $35 | $130 | $400 |
| Food | $25 | $55 | $180 |
| Transport | $6 | $8 | $25 |
| Activities | $15 | $30 | $90 |
| Total per day | $81 | $223 | $695 |
Money-saving tips for Shibuya
- Happy hours in Center-gai run 5–7pm with ¥300 drinks
- Shibuya Sky tickets are cheaper online than at the door
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Shibuya travel budget — FAQs
Is Shibuya expensive to visit?
Shibuya is free to explore — the crossing, Hachiko statue and street art cost nothing. Paid highlights like Shibuya Sky cost about $17. Eating runs $8–15 per casual meal, and hotels average $130 mid-range, about 10% above the Tokyo average due to demand.
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