Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo, Japan
The Shibuya Crossing is one of Tokyo ’s most popular place. It is often referred to as the world's busiest crosswalk, where thousands of pedestrians scramble across the crossing daily. At peak times, approximately 1,000 to 2,500 people cross the intersection every two minutes. Photo by Fadzil Hisham Shibuya Crossing is a very important spot in Tokyo. The nearby Shibuya Station is one of the world's busiest train stations. It connects popular areas such as Shinjuku , Harajuku and Roppongi , and it's almost impossible to bypass Shibuya on a visit to Tokyo or even a trip across town. Shibuya currently services eight major train lines. Photo by Fadzil Hisham The crossing gave rise to the term “scramble” since pedestrians cross from all directions. It walks the line between manic chaos and perfect synchronization. The hypnotic pace of the changing traffic light seems to signal the masses into a mesmerizing, yet claustrophobic, waltz. Take the chance to “...