Your First Visit to SHIBUYA QWS

SHIBUYA QWS is a membership-based collaboration space dedicated to creating innovation, located on the 15th floor of the East Building of Shibuya Scramble Square.

Built around the concept of “starting with a question,” it hosts startup pitch events, talk sessions, workshops, and other programs on a daily basis. It has become a gathering place for people working across different fields, including entrepreneurs, new business teams from large corporations, and creators.

This guide covers how to get there from the airport, how to reach the venue from the nearest station, where to stay and eat nearby, and practical tips for your visit. If this is your first time visiting SHIBUYA QWS, use this guide to help plan your trip.

Access Guide to SHIBUYA QWS

SHIBUYA QWS is located inside Shibuya Scramble Square, directly connected to Shibuya Station. Below you will find routing options from both Narita and Haneda airports, as well as directions from the nearest station. Journey times and fares vary by time of day and timetable revisions, so please check each railway operator’s official website for the latest information.

Nearest Stations and Exits for SHIBUYA QWS

According to the access page on the official SHIBUYA QWS website, the entrance you use inside Shibuya Station depends on which line you arrive on.

Shibuya Station

  • JR Lines: The official website’s guidance is “Exit via the JR Chuo-higashi Gate or the JR Minami Gate and head toward the East Exit.” Once past the gate, head toward the East Exit to find the Office Entrance on the 2nd floor of Shibuya Station, then take the elevator up to the 15th floor. About 5 minutes from the ticket gate.
  • Tokyo Metro Ginza Line: The official website’s guidance is “Exit via the gate toward Scramble Square, then head left.” This route also goes via the 2nd floor Office Entrance.
  • Keio Inokashira Line: The official website’s guidance is “Exit the gate and head toward Shibuya Hikarie.” Take the elevator from the 2nd floor Office Entrance up to the 15th floor.
  • Tokyu Toyoko Line / Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line: Per the official website, head right from Shibuya Hikarie Gate 1 or left from Shibuya Hikarie Gate 2, then take the elevator from the B2 Office Entrance up to the 15th floor.
  • Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line / Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line: The official website’s guidance is “Exit via the Miyamasuzaka Central Gate and head left.” Take the elevator from the B2 Office Entrance up to the 15th floor.

From Narita Airport

  • Narita Express (N’EX): Board at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and take a train bound for Shinjuku to reach Shibuya Station without changing trains. Check the JR East website for current times and fares.
  • Keisei Skyliner + JR Yamanote Line: Narita Airport Station → (Keisei Skyliner) → Nippori Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Shibuya Station. This route requires one transfer at Nippori. Check the Keisei Electric Railway website for the latest information.
  • Airport Limousine Bus: Direct services run from Narita Airport to Shibuya Station and major hotels in the area, which is convenient if you are traveling with a lot of luggage. See the Airport Transport Service website for current routes.

From Haneda Airport

  • Keikyu Line + JR Yamanote Line: Haneda Airport terminal stations → (Keikyu Line) → Shinagawa Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Shibuya Station. A single transfer takes you to Shibuya. Check the Keikyu website for the latest information.
  • Tokyo Monorail + JR Yamanote Line: Haneda Airport terminal stations → (Tokyo Monorail) → Hamamatsucho Station → (JR Yamanote Line) → Shibuya Station. Trains run frequently, making this a reliable option. Check the Tokyo Monorail website for the latest information.

For detailed access maps and route information, please check the official website: SHIBUYA QWS Access.

Venue Information Summary

  • Official name: SHIBUYA QWS
  • Address: 15F Shibuya Scramble Square, 2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya City, Tokyo
  • Nearest station: Directly connected to Shibuya Station (JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu lines)
  • Official website: https://shibuya-qws.com

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Around SHIBUYA QWS, you’ll find a good selection of hotels that are not only easy to access, but also well suited for business trips and event stays. Here, we’ve selected five hotels that cater to different travel styles.

Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya

A lifestyle hotel located about a five-minute walk from Shibuya Station. Throughout the property, you’ll find art and design inspired by Shibuya’s local culture, creating a stay that feels closely connected to the character of the neighborhood. With an on-site restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and Wi-Fi, it is also a convenient choice for event visits and business trips.

Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel

A luxury hotel located about a five-minute walk from Shibuya Station, well suited to business travelers. Its large windows offer sweeping views of Tokyo, while the spacious rooms and high-quality service make it easy to relax after a day of meetings or events. The hotel also features business-friendly lounge facilities and a fitness center, making it suitable for longer stays as well.

Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu

A highly convenient hotel directly connected to Shibuya Station on the JR lines and the Keio Inokashira Line, located inside Shibuya Mark City. One of its main advantages is ease of access, especially on rainy days. The hotel has a restaurant on the 25th floor and a lounge on the 5th floor, making it useful for both meals and meetings. It is an easy choice not only for business travel, but also as a base for attending events around Shibuya.

TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET

A boutique hotel in the Jingumae area, about a five-minute walk from Exit B1 of Shibuya Station. Built around the concept of “socializing,” it offers a stay that balances individuality with a sense of social connection. Each guest room has its own distinct interior, and some rooms feature unique touches such as balconies or lofts. It is a good fit for travelers who value both design and the overall stay experience in the Shibuya and Harajuku area.

SHIBUYA STREAM HOTEL

A hotel inside Shibuya Stream, directly connected to Exit C2 and the JR New South Exit of Shibuya Station. It features vintage-modern guest rooms and a bar and dining area where guests can enjoy music and cocktails. Being in the same Shibuya Station area as Shibuya Scramble Square, home to SHIBUYA QWS, it is a convenient base before or after an event.

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From a quick bite between events to a meal combined with meetings or dinner after the day is over, Shibuya offers dining options for a wide range of occasions. Here are six genres of recommended places to eat near SHIBUYA QWS.

Café

Maruyama Coffee ecute EDITION Shibuya

A coffee stand on the 1st floor of Shibuya Scramble Square, directly connected to Shibuya Station. It’s an easy stop for takeaway coffee, with high-quality beans sourced from around the world. In addition to drinks, the shop also carries coffee bags, drip bags, whole beans, and ground coffee, making it convenient to drop by while on the move. They also offer coffee-based sweets, so it works well for a short break or picking up a small gift.

Izakaya

Nakame no Teppen Shibuya Stream

A seafood and robatayaki izakaya on the 3rd floor of Shibuya Stream. Known for its charcoal-grilled seafood and house-made sauces, the lively interior is well suited to group meals and after-work gatherings. It is within easy walking distance of Shibuya Station’s New South Exit, making it a convenient spot for a drink after an event.

Sushi

Matsue Shibuya Scramble Square

A sushi restaurant on the 12th floor of Shibuya Scramble Square, directly connected to JR Shibuya Station. It serves sushi made with fresh seafood sourced from markets in Toyosu, Hokkaido, and Kyushu. You can enjoy both lunch and omakase courses that begin with seasonal small plates. In addition to counter seating, the restaurant also has table seating and semi-private rooms, making it a good choice when you want a slightly more relaxed atmosphere or need a place for business dining.

Ramen

Ramen Butayama Sakura Stage

A ramen shop on the 1st floor of the SHIBUYA Side building in Shibuya Sakura Stage. With just 12 counter seats, it is a compact and casual spot that is easy to enter alone and convenient when you want to eat quickly. The menu also includes brothless ramen, char siu, and takeout frozen ramen, making it a practical option when you want a filling meal near Shibuya Station.

Japanese

Maru Bengara Shibuya Stream

A Japanese restaurant on the 3rd floor of Shibuya Stream. Seasonal kaiseki-style courses and à la carte dishes can be enjoyed in calm private rooms or tatami seating. It suits client entertaining or a quieter meal with a small group.

Italian

THE THEATRE TABLE

An Italian dining restaurant on the 11th floor of Shibuya Hikarie, directly connected to Shibuya Station. The menu is built around authentic Milan-style cuisine, and the spacious setting is another draw, with 146 indoor seats and 50 terrace seats for a total of 196. With excellent station access and service available from lunch through dinner, it is an easy choice for meetings, business meals, or dinner after an event.

Wi-Fi and Facilities at SHIBUYA QWS

  • Wi-Fi: Shared floor Wi-Fi and a dedicated internet connection for the hall are both available (SCRAMBLE HALL official booking page).
  • Hours & Extensions: Standard usage hours are 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; extensions are available only from 7:00–9:00 AM and 10:00–11:00 PM, at an extension fee of ¥45,000 per hour (excl. tax, equipment fees separate) (SCRAMBLE HALL official booking page).
  • Loading and Unloading: Applications for loading/unloading, operator arrangement, and outside equipment must be submitted by 2 weeks before the event (SCRAMBLE HALL official booking page).
  • Outside Food and Drinks: Outside catering is not permitted; food and drink requests can be arranged through the adjacent in-building café, HInT (SCRAMBLE HALL official booking page).
  • Coin lockers / cloakroom: Coin lockers are available inside Shibuya Scramble Square and within Shibuya Station.
  • Convenience stores: Several convenience stores are located on the lower floors of Shibuya Scramble Square and around Shibuya Station.

Tips Before You Visit

SHIBUYA QWS is a membership facility — the general public cannot enter directly

SHIBUYA QWS is a membership-based collaboration space, and non-members cannot drop in on their own. Access is only available through a drop-in ticket issued by a member, or through a scheduled tour or individual inquiry. Confirm the entry process with the organizer or a member in advance of your visit (SHIBUYA QWS FAQ).

Operating hours are 9:00 AM–10:00 PM, closed over the New Year holidays

SHIBUYA QWS is open 9:00 AM–10:00 PM (last entry 9:30 PM) every day, including weekends and holidays, and is closed during the New Year holiday period (SHIBUYA QWS overview).

The Office Entrance is on B2 or the 2nd floor — note the reception hours

The Office Entrance to Shibuya Scramble Square is located on either basement level 2 or the 2nd floor, from where an elevator takes you up to the 15th floor. Entry requires processing at the general reception desk (weekdays 8:30 AM–8:30 PM, weekends/holidays 9:00 AM–6:00 PM) or an IC card issuing machine (available 24 hours) (Shibuya Scramble Square Office official website).

The building is entirely non-smoking except for designated rooms on the 12th and 13th floors

Shibuya Scramble Square is entirely non-smoking, with smoking permitted only in the designated smoking rooms on the 12th and 13th floors (10:00 AM–11:00 PM) (Shibuya Scramble Square official FAQ).

Coin lockers on the 1st floor are only available 10:00 AM–9:00 PM

Coin lockers are available on the 1st floor of Shibuya Scramble Square, but only during operating hours of 10:00 AM–9:00 PM, and only refrigerated and slim-size lockers are installed. There is no large-luggage locker or staffed baggage counter in the building, so plan ahead if you are carrying large bags (Shibuya Scramble Square official FAQ).

Event Venues at SHIBUYA QWS

Spanning approximately 2,600 square meters, SHIBUYA QWS brings together open spaces that anyone can freely join and dedicated areas used by project members.

Here are three of its main spaces.

See photos of SCRAMBLE HALL, PROJECT BASE, and CROSS PARK on the official website (SHIBUYA QWS Facilities).

SCRAMBLE HALL

SCRAMBLE HALL is the main event space at SHIBUYA QWS, with ceilings about 4 meters high and a floor area of around 200 square meters. Its standout feature is flexibility: movable furniture and wall elements allow the layout to be reconfigured in a variety of ways.

It can accommodate around 200 people, making it suitable for large-scale events, workshops, and presentations. It is also equipped with three screens, sound, and lighting, so it can handle full-scale presentations and livestreamed events as well.

PROJECT BASE

PROJECT BASE is a dedicated workspace for resident projects. More than 60 project teams are currently using the space for research, development, and creative production. In addition to whiteboards and movable tables, it also offers digital fabrication equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and UV printers.

CROSS PARK

Located at the center of SHIBUYA QWS, CROSS PARK is an open space that can be used for individual work and meetings. It can also serve as a venue for workshops and talk sessions by making use of wall projection.

Designed to encourage movement and interaction, it supports everything from everyday communication to events. The space is also equipped with a projector and portable microphones.