Shibuya Station’s “A6c Exit” is an underground exit that emerges directly beneath the Starbucks facing the Shibuya Scramble Crossing. It’s essentially a main gateway to Shibuya’s core areas, so much so that it’s a popular saying among subway users: “If you’re coming from the subway, just head for the A6c Exit.”
So, this time, Shibutama will show you how to get to Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit!
- Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit is Right Under the Scramble Crossing Starbucks
- Main Spots Accessible from Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit
- How to Get to Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit from Hachiko Exit
- How to Get to A6c Exit from JR Shibuya Station
- How to Get to A6c Exit from Hanzomon Line / Den-en-toshi Line Shibuya Station
- How to Get to A6c Exit from Toyoko Line / Fukutoshin Line Shibuya Station
- How to Get to A6c Exit from Inokashira Line Shibuya Station
- How to Get to A6c Exit from Ginza Line Shibuya Station
- What’s the Difference Between A6a/b/c Exits?
- Summary: How to Get to Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit
Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit is Right Under the Scramble Crossing Starbucks
When you think of Shibuya Station, you think of the Scramble Crossing, and when you think of the Scramble Crossing, you think of Starbucks. The “A6c Exit” is the exit that comes out right below that Starbucks.
It truly holds a prime position as the “gateway to Shibuya,” but finding it precisely can be a bit tricky if you don’t know the way. While there are clear signs from the subway lines, it can be challenging to navigate from lines like the Yamanote Line if you’re trying to go above ground without specific directions.
Main Spots Accessible from Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit
Here are the main spots you can reach from Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit:
- Starbucks Coffee SHIBUYA TSUTAYA 2F Store
- Seibu Shibuya Store
- Shibuya Center Gai
- Shibuya MODI
- Shibuya Parco
- Tower Records Shibuya Store
- Chitose Kaikan
- Hands Shibuya Store
- Apple Shibuya
- Blue Cavern (Aonodokutsu) Illumination (seasonal)
And so on. You can also head towards 109 or Dogenzaka from here, making it clear this is a versatile exit.
How to Get to Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit from Hachiko Exit
First, let’s look at how to get there from the Hachiko Exit in front of Shibuya Station.
- From the Hachiko Exit, cross the Scramble Crossing, aiming for Starbucks.
- Walk a short distance down the path to the right of the Starbucks building, and you’ll find the “A6c Exit,” which is an exit from underground.
The A6c Exit is located to the right of Starbucks when facing it from the Scramble Crossing, just before the Seibu Shibuya store.
How to Get to A6c Exit from JR Shibuya Station
Next, let’s look at how to get there from JR lines at Shibuya Station.
- After exiting the JR Shibuya Station Hachiko Gate, turn left and exit outside from the “Hachiko Exit.”
- You’ll see the Scramble Crossing to your front right. Cross the intersection towards Starbucks on the other side.
- Walk a short distance down the path to the right of the Starbucks building, and you’ll find the “A6c Exit,” which is an exit from underground.
The A6c Exit is located to the right of Starbucks when facing it from the Scramble Crossing, just before the Seibu Shibuya store.
How to Get to A6c Exit from Hanzomon Line / Den-en-toshi Line Shibuya Station
The Hanzomon Line and Den-en-toshi Line are directly connected, so you’ll arrive on the same platform.
- First, exit from the “Hachiko Gate.”
- There are two Hachiko Gates, but make sure to exit from the one facing the Inokashira Line direction. If you see signs for the Ginza Line, that’s the opposite way, so head in the other direction.
- After exiting the gate, you’ll see stairs marked with a large yellow sign that says “Exit A6” diagonally to your front right; take them up.
- After climbing the stairs, turn right. You’ll see more stairs on your left, center, and right. The stairs on the left are for A6a Exit, the center stairs are for A6b Exit, and the right stairs are for A6c Exit.
- A6a Exit leads out in front of the bookstore to the left of TSUTAYA.
- A6b Exit leads out directly under TSUTAYA.
- A6c Exit leads out to the right side of TSUTAYA.
For the Den-en-toshi Line & Hanzomon Line, the key is to exit from the Hachiko Gate on the Inokashira Line side. If you accidentally exit from the opposite gate, you can go around to the right to find your way. Be aware that there are three A6 exits (a, b, c), but they are all close by, so there isn’t much difference in convenience.
How to Get to A6c Exit from Toyoko Line / Fukutoshin Line Shibuya Station
Shibuya Station for the Toyoko Line and Fukutoshin Line is underground. First, move to the Den-en-toshi Line platform, then aim for the A6c Exit.
- From the platform, find the sign marked “DT Den-en-toshi Line H Hanzomon Line” and follow the instructions to take the escalator up. (Other lines like JR and Ginza Line are also in this direction.)
- After getting off the escalator, follow the sign marked “DT Den-en-toshi Line H Hanzomon Line” and proceed.
- After walking for about 1 minute, you’ll find an escalator marked “DT Den-en-toshi Line H Hanzomon Line“; take it down. You’ll then arrive at the Den-en-toshi Line platform.
- Continue straight along the platform, and you’ll find an escalator with signs for JR lines, Ginza Line, and Hachiko Exit; take that up.
- After getting off the escalator, you’ll be on the ticket gate level. There’s a “Hachiko Gate” here; exit from there.
- There are two Hachiko Gates, but make sure to exit from the one facing the Inokashira Line direction. If you see signs for the Ginza Line, that’s the opposite way, so head in the other direction.
- After exiting the gate, you’ll see stairs marked with a large yellow sign that says “Exit A6” diagonally to your front right; take them up.
- After climbing the stairs, turn right. You’ll see more stairs on your left, center, and right. The stairs on the left are for A6a Exit, the center stairs are for A6b Exit, and the right stairs are for A6c Exit.
- A6a Exit leads out in front of the bookstore to the left of TSUTAYA.
- A6b Exit leads out directly under TSUTAYA.
- A6c Exit leads out to the right side of TSUTAYA.
For the Toyoko Line, the key is to first move to the Den-en-toshi Line platform. Then, exit from one of the two Hachiko Gates, specifically the one facing the Inokashira Line direction. If you accidentally exit from the opposite gate, you can go around to the right.
How to Get to A6c Exit from Inokashira Line Shibuya Station
From Shibuya Station on the Inokashira Line, it’s easiest to go via the Scramble Crossing.
- Exit from the “Central Gate” of the Inokashira Line.
- Immediately to your front-left after exiting, there’s an escalator; take it down.
- After getting off the escalator, you’ll be on the ground level, so turn left.
- Walk a short distance, and you’ll see the Scramble Crossing in front of you. Cross the intersection towards Starbucks on the other side.
- Walk a short distance down the path to the right of the Starbucks building, and you’ll find the “A6c Exit,” which is an exit from underground.
From the Inokashira Line, it’s straightforward if you don’t miss the spot to get to the ground level. First, aim for the Scramble Crossing.
How to Get to A6c Exit from Ginza Line Shibuya Station
The Ginza Line is located on the opposite side from the A6c Exit, so it’s a bit of a distance.
- First, from the platform, exit from the “Scramble Square side ticket gate.” Be careful, as there’s also a gate in the opposite direction.
- After exiting the gate, you’ll see ticket machines to your front-left, but there’s a passage immediately to the right of those machines; go there.
- Once in the passage, immediately turn left and proceed straight along the path.
- After walking for about 30 seconds, you’ll find an escalator; take it down.
- After getting off the escalator, you’ll still be on the 2nd floor. There’s another escalator immediately to your right going down; take that one further down.
- After getting off that escalator, you’ll be on the ground level. Immediately turn right.
- Walk a short distance. You’ll see the “Miyamasuzaka-shita Intersection” to your front right. When you hit the main road in front, turn left.
- You’ll then see an elevated railway track in front of you; pass under it, and you’ll immediately reach the Scramble Crossing. Cross the intersection towards the TSUTAYA building with Starbucks on the other side.
- Walk a short distance down the path to the right of the TSUTAYA building with Starbucks, and you’ll find the “A6c Exit,” which is an exit from underground.
For the Ginza Line, make sure you don’t exit from the wrong gate.
What’s the Difference Between A6a/b/c Exits?
Shibuya Station’s A6 exit has three variations: “A6a,” “A6b,” and “A6c.” All of them essentially lead out to the same area, beneath the TSUTAYA building where Starbucks is located.
- A6a is on the left side of the TSUTAYA building (when facing it), closer to the entrance of Center Gai.
- A6b is directly in front of the TSUTAYA building.
- A6c is on the far right side of the TSUTAYA building.
Knowing these distinctions allows you to choose the most convenient of the three A6 exits.
Summary: How to Get to Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit
Shibuya Station’s A6c Exit emerges directly beneath the Starbucks facing the Scramble Crossing. So, the main goal is simply to aim for the Scramble Crossing.
Once you reach the Scramble Crossing, cross it towards Starbucks. The A6c Exit will be on the right side of the Starbucks building. That’s all from Shibutama!
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