Last spring, we got to experience Shibuya and Harajuku in a rather unusual way… by go kart. Thanks to Street Kart Shibuya, you can dress up in character onesies and drive a go kart all around town. There are several locations and different routes you can take, but we picked the night time Shibuya and Harajuku route.
We knew right away that this was going to be amazing. At night, with all of the lights, driving down the busy streets seemed so surreal. It feels like you’re in a movie. The neon signs surround you and you feel like you’re becoming part of the night’s cityscape.
We drove through Shibuya crossing, with the huge TV screens, video advertisements, and bright lights. We drove up to Harajuku and through the Omotesando area. We even got a special view during cherry blossom season. We went down one side street that was lined with cherry blossom trees. The trees were lit by the streetlights, making a bright glow throughout the branches. The trees made a tunnel overhead as we raced down the road and around the corner, back into the busier traffic again. The air was cool and strong, and felt like roller coaster winds on your face. It really was a rush to experience!
If you’re ever in Tokyo, definitely check it out. I definitely recommend the night session. Bring a GoPro to capture video or photos, as driving while using your phone is not allowed. I’m sure the day session would be fun, as well, but at night, you get to see all of the lights! It really made it special.