Key Facts
• Shibuya’s ’30 People Connecting Shibuya’ initiative marks its 10th anniversary in 2025.
• Three urban models proposed for Shibuya’s future: Circular City, Co-Creation Well-Being, and Diversity-Driven Innovation.
• Shibuya collaborates with four cities for disaster mutual aid agreements starting in 2024.
• Inspiration drawn from Nordic models like Finland’s ‘Neuvola’ childcare system.
• Future plans include a sustainability-focused Future Center in Shibuya.
• SHIBUYA CITY FC aims to integrate community and sports for global impact.
• ’30 People Connecting Shibuya’ to expand beyond Shibuya, involving other cities and countries.
• The initiative emphasizes gradual, sustainable progress over immediate large-scale changes.
• Vision includes creating ‘Little Shibuya’ hubs globally to spread Shibuya’s culture and values.
• The next phase begins October 8, 2025, with new participants joining the initiative.
Summary
Shibuya’s ’30 People Connecting Shibuya’ initiative celebrates its 10th anniversary, focusing on co-creation and sustainability for the next decade. Key proposals include developing a Circular City, fostering Co-Creation Well-Being, and leveraging diversity for innovation. Inspired by Nordic models, Shibuya plans to implement systems like Finland’s ‘Neuvola’ and establish a sustainability-focused Future Center. Collaborations with four cities for disaster mutual aid agreements highlight Shibuya’s outward-looking approach. The initiative also envisions global hubs like ‘Little Shibuya’ to share its culture and values. The next phase begins in October 2025, aiming to expand participation and deepen its impact.
