Up in Shibuya Sky

Shibuya Sky is a new attraction that offers an aerial view of Tokyo from 230 meters up. Located at the rooftop of the Scramble Square. They started their operation last month, November 1/2019. A complex building for dining, shopping and entertainment. 

Opens from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Ticket price :  ¥2000/adult

Online reservation       :  ¥1800/adult


Sky Gate:

Upon purchasing your ticket, you will be lifted to the 14F to wait for your turn. From there, you can see  and enjoy the view of the famous Shibuya crossing. Then you will be elevated to the Sky Gate on the 46th floor. The 3D effect during the elevator ride is so cool.

For safety reasons, you will be directed to leave your bags in the locker area. A ¥100 is needed to make the lock work. Tripod and selfie sticks are prohibited.

Sky  Stage : 

You will now be allowed to enter the Sky Stage on the roof top. It is an open-air space observation deck where you can see the 360-degree view of the city. I have seen Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, Shinjuku Garden and I was lucky that Mount Fuji showed up that day. The corner with a little lower glass wall is the best spot for your snapshot, but there will be a long queue.

There is a comfortable sitting area on the other side and at the center of the square is this helipad which is also ideal for  an instragramable shot. Do not forget your sunnies if you are planning to visit in the daytime. If you are travelling solo, there are giant mirrors for you to take your selfie :)

Sky Gallery: 

If the weather didn't permit, you may still enjoy the view via Sky Gallery. I wasn't able to visit that indoor observation deck, but it looks nice based on the pictures. We opted to eat somewhere else because restaurants are already packed with customers.

How To Get There : 

Scramble Square is connected to Shibuya station. It is in front of the B6 exit on the B2 floor.

I came from Yokosuka. 

I took a train from Chuo to Shinagawa via Keikyu Line then to Shibuya via JR Yamanote line.

If you are coming from Yokohama then go to Shibuya via Toyoko Line. 

I spent about ¥1500 in my passmo card back and forth.

Shibuya station is huge, but if you know how to read and follow google map, you will be okay. Japanese are helpful, you can always ask for help. The stations also  give free access to the internet, no need to worry about your phone data not working abroad. I strongly suggest that you get familiar before leaving. Download navigation apps and read travel guides. You can find tons of it online.

“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.”    ― Dalai Lama XIV

Highly Rated Make-up From 100 Yen Shop

I love 100 yen shop. I always drop by whenever I get the chance. The place where I can buy without worrying about the price. These beauty products that I will be sharing  are cheap but work as good as drugstore makeup. Ideal for daily use and for women who are budget conscious like me. 

Where to buy :     Daiso, CanDo, Watts, or Seria.

Price :                   ¥100 + 10% tax or about 

1. Lip Gloss

ratings : 4.5 stars

Oil in lip moisturizing lip gloss from Art Collection. Gives your lips a natural shine without drying. Popular among students. They are actually raving about it. Although, you have to re-apply after you eat but for its price, its not too bad. I still have yet to find where to get the new shades. There are 7 to choose from. I have the red, coral and nude.

2. Eyeshadow

ratings : 4.5 stars

Mio Piccolo 2way Eye Crayon. It can be use as an eyeliner or eyeshadow.  I bought the lightest one first, to check the quality and I like it. I decided to buy more shades. It is cheap but does the job. Easy to apply and stays longer.  

There's this Japanese website that I always check for reviews and feedback called LIPS. Aside from sharing their thoughts about the product, they also share some tips on how to use it effectively. I find it useful and picked up the ones that I liked the most.

Guide 1 :

lipscosme.com

Guide 2 :

lipscosme.com

Mix and match depending on your mood or just simply apply under eye for some tear bag effect like the one below. It will brighten your eyes in an instant, its as if you were smiling. 

Guide 3 :

lipscosme.com

3. Eyebrow/ Eye Liner

 I'm also using an eyebrow and eyeliner from 100 yen shop. I got the brown liner from Daiso for ¥200. The black color is always sold out. I like it because it doesn't smudge.

These can be a perfect pasalubong for your girls. 

These are my current favorites. I use it after my Canmake multi eyebase which I bought for ¥500. How about you? What do you like to buy in 100 yen shop? I would love to hear about it :)

You don't need to buy expensive cosmetics; almost anything will do if you know how to apply it. -Dolly Parton