TOKYO EYE 2020

With its famous scramble crossing, Shibuya itself serves as a dynamic intersection of people, products and ideas from around the world. This leading fashion and entertainment district is also gourmet heaven - and by 2020 Shibuya will be utterly transformed.

Not so long ago, Shibuya was a peaceful village set among valleys where two rivers met. We take a closer look at those rivers and explore some of Shibuya's most popular spots.

With its luxury department stores and countless galleries, Ginza has been a symbol of Tokyo sophistication for decades. This time we seek out shops that were once pioneers, and that remain popular to this day.

This time we look at two great reasons to visit Ginza -- its famous luxury department stores and some unique gems hidden away in the backstreets.

Tokyo is packed with embassies -- and the people who work in them know some great ways to enjoy the big city. Once again, embassy representatives show us what they love about Tokyo life.

Tokyo is packed with embassies - and the people who work in them know some great ways to enjoy the big city. This time, Cameroon embassy representatives show us what they love about Tokyo life.

Amid shrines, exclusive restaurants and other traditional buildings is a 21st century town of high-rises and advanced services. Today we explore the wide-ranging appeal of Akasaka.

Trend conscious shoppers love visiting Jiyugaoka, with its amazing diversity and great sweet shops. Literally "Freedom Hill", Jiyugaoka keeps finding new ways to welcome the world.

Akihabara offers an amazing range of goods, from household appliances to computers, and from components to comics and anime. This time and next time, we bring you the latest from Akihabara. Today we focus on the basics: access, shops and where things are -- everything you need for your first visit.

Last time we covered the basics. This time we zoom in on unique Akihabara goods including cutting-edge devices and train-lover goods. We also visit some very popular shops.

Information and communications technology, or ICT, is advancing rapidly -- it's changed both the world of industry and our everyday lives. It's also helping the growing number of tourists in Tokyo enjoy their stay. We'll look at the latest developments in, and the future of, ICT.

In May 2015, Tokyo Skytree celebrated its third anniversary. This landmark has rejuvenated its neighborhood on the edge of central Tokyo. Then we have Tokyo Tower, which has recently revamped its services and attractions, including a new theme park. This time, we're checking out Tokyo's two famous towers.

Farming in Tokyo?! Even deep in the concrete jungle agriculture is thriving. More and more city businesses want fresh produce sourced locally. This time, we go down on the farm in Tokyo.

With eco-friendly high rises, a range of stylish shops and event spaces, and a road with centuries of history, the Shinagawa area is packed with highlights. This time we find out more about an area that is fast becoming a key gateway for Tokyo.

Tokyo offers every kind of entertainment option, for resident and visitor alike. And to keep people coming, new options are appearing all the time. Today we visit some of the latest entertainment spots in Tokyo.

This time and next, we'll be seeking out some great ways to enjoy the Tokyo summer, when the sun beats down and the city heats up. In Part 1, we explore some cool indoor oases featuring fun things to do.

In this two-part series, we're bringing you some great ways to enjoy the Tokyo summer. In Part 2, we focus on a number of fun outdoor experiences that take no time to reach and no time to prepare.

Following the opening of an international terminal in 2010, it's now an outstanding entry point for Tokyo visitors. This time we'll explore Haneda's facilities and services, as well as great places to go in the local vicinity.

Redevelopment is changing the face of Yaesu, an area with a long commercial history. This time we visit the Yaesu underground shopping arcade outside Tokyo Station, corporate showrooms and some long-established restaurants.

Tokyo is packed with embassies - and the people who work in them know some great ways to enjoy the big city. Once again, embassy staff show us what they love about Tokyo life.

The Meguro area has attractions ranging from unique shops selling items for the home to museums with beautiful interiors, as well as some great local events. This time we visit the Meguro area.

Today we board a boat to Niijima and Shikinejima -- islands in Tokyo. Away from the bustle of the big city, Tokyo's islands are great places to relax and recharge in beautiful natural surroundings.

Today we continue island-hopping in Tokyo. Our third island is Kozushima, whose attractions include fishing, hiking and ancient legends.

As the home of Japanese anime, Tokyo attracts fans of animation and manga from around the world. New anime bring people together in new ways. This time we explore the latest in Tokyo anime and manga.

Tokyo is packed with embassies - and the people who work in them know some great ways to enjoy the big city. Once again, embassy staff show us what they love about Tokyo life.

All kinds of people can have all sorts of fun after dark in Tokyo, and the night-time scene just keeps changing. This time we seek out some of the latest options.

Today we continue island-hopping in Tokyo. Our third island is Kozushima, whose attractions include fishing, hiking and ancient legends.

As the home of Japanese anime, Tokyo attracts fans of animation and manga from around the world. New anime bring people together in new ways. This time we explore the latest in Tokyo anime and manga.

Tokyo is packed with embassies - and the people who work in them know some great ways to enjoy the big city. Once again, embassy staff show us what they love about Tokyo life.

All kinds of people can have all sorts of fun after dark in Tokyo, and the night-time scene just keeps changing. This time we seek out some of the latest options.