This is a special feature on the Moai Statue, which tends to be overshadowed by the Hachiko Statue. We will take a closer look at the cultural background of the Moai Statue's hometown, Niijima in the Izu Islands, how it was installed at Shibuya Station, why it became a beloved meeting spot, and even its new developments following the redevelopment of Shibuya.

SPECIALFeature

It's not just Hachiko! Another face of Shibuya, the little-known "Moai Statue"

CONTENTS

REPORT

A new journey through redevelopment: behind the scenes of the relocation of the Moai statue

An in-depth report on behind the scenes of the Moai Statue relocation work, which took place over two late nights!

2024-12-02

HISTORY ＆ CULTURE

The hidden history of the Moai Statue, the "guardian deity of Shibuya," and why it's so beloved

We will introduce the history of the Moai statue's installation, its cultural background, and new developments accompanying the Shibuya redevelopment!

2024-12-02

JOURNEY

Exploring the origins of the Moai statue in Shibuya - A journey through Niijima

To explore the origins of the Moai Statue, I visited Niijima in the Izu Islands.

2025-01-23

CEREMONY

45 years after its installation, a new step forward: Unveiling ceremony to mark the relocation of the Moai Statue

Here's a report on the unveiling ceremony for the relocation of the Moai Statue!

2025-01-23