Shinjuku (新宿) is one of the 23 city wards of Tokyo, but the name commonly refers to just the large entertainment, business and shopping area around Shinjuku Station.
Shinjuku Station is the world's busiest railway station, handling more than two million passengers every day. It is served by about a dozen railway and subway lines, including the JR Yamanote Line. Shinjuku is also one of Tokyo's major stops for long-distance highway buses. A large bus terminal, named Busta Shinjuku, is conveniently located on top of the railway station.
West of the station is Shinjuku's skyscraper district, home to some of Tokyo's tallest buildings, including several premier hotels and the twin towers of the Metropolitan Government Office, whose observation decks are open to the public for free. However, the station's west exit is currenty also a site of redevelopment with an impact on the flow of pedestrian traffic. A new station building with a 260 meter tall skyscraper is planned for completion in 2029 or 2030.
Northeast of the station lies Kabukicho, Japan's largest and wildest red light district, while department stores, subterranean malls and electronic shops surround Shinjuku Station on all four sides, including the redeveloped Southern Terrace.
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Getting there and around
Shinjuku Station is Japan's busiest railway station, served by about a dozen railway lines, including the JR Yamanote Line.
From Tokyo Station
The frequently departing, orange trains on the JR Chuo Line (Rapid Service) take less than 15 minutes and cost 210 yen from Tokyo Station to Shinjuku Station.
From Ueno Station
By JR Yamanote Line it takes 25 minutes and costs 210 yen to get from Ueno to Shinjuku. A slightly faster alternative is to take the JR Yamanote or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line from Ueno to Kanda Station, and then the JR Chuo Line from Kanda to Shinjuku.
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Kabukicho
Official website of the business association.Golden Gai
Official website of the business association.Omoide Yokocho
Official website of the business association.Shinjuku Central Park
Official website.Isetan Department Store
Official website.Keio Department Store
Official website.Lumine Department Stores
Official website.Mylord Shinjuku Department Store
Official website.Takashimaya Department Store
Official website.Yodobashi Camera
Official website.Bic Camera
Official website.Hotels around Tokyo
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da Haus ShinjukuIn a prime location in the Shinjuku Ward district of Tokyo, da Haus Shinjuku is located a few steps from Yodobashi Church, 400 metres from Nihon Christ Kyokai Kashiwagi Church and 500 metres from Choko-ji Temple. This 3-star hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is 200 metres from Kaichu Inari Shrine, and within 1.2 km of the city centre. Guest rooms are equipped with a microwave, minibar, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, all units at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony. At da Haus Shinjuku every room has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Zenryu-ji Temple, Okubo Park and Korea Museum. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 22 km from da Haus Shinjuku.View on Booking.com -
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BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific HotelBoasting a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel is situated in the centre of Tokyo, 200 metres from Seibu Shinjuku PePe Shopping Mall. The property is around 400 metres from Shinjuku SanPark Shopping Mall, 300 metres from Samurai Museum and 700 metres from Joenji Temple. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. An American breakfast is available at the hotel. Popular points of interest near BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel include Shinjuku Subnade Shopping Mall, Studio Alta and Yaso Saijo Monument. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Rosenheim Tokyo ShinjukuSet in the Shinjuku Ward district in Tokyo, Rosenheim Tokyo Shinjuku offers 3-star rooms with free WiFi. The property is close to Kaichu Inari Shrine, Tsumami - Kanzashi Museum and Meotogi Shrine. The property is 1.7 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Nihon Christ Kyokai Kashiwagi Church. All units come with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony. Popular points of interest near Rosenheim Tokyo Shinjuku include Yodobashi Church, Yoroi Jinja Shrine and Kanda Josui Park. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 23 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.View on Booking.com -
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illi Tas ShinjukuSituated in Tokyo, 500 metres from Takatsukisan Chozenji Temple, illi Tas Shinjuku features views of the city. The 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is 2.9 km from the city centre and 100 metres from Taiso-ji Temple. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. At illi Tas Shinjuku the rooms include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Genkyoji Temple, Full Gospel Tokyo Church and Tenryu-ji Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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FLOWER TERRACE Higashi ShinjukuSet in the Shinjuku Ward district in Tokyo, FLOWER TERRACE Higashi Shinjuku offers 4-star rooms with free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Korea Museum, Itsukushima Shrine Nukebenten and Okubo Park. The property is 300 metres from Okubo Baptist Church, and within 3.6 km of the city centre. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a city view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near FLOWER TERRACE Higashi Shinjuku include Inari Kio Shrine, Full Gospel Tokyo Church and Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.View on Booking.com -
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Real Okubo Apartment HotelSituated in Tokyo centre, 200 metres from Meotogi Shrine and 200 metres from Zenryu-ji Temple, Real Okubo Apartment Hotel features accommodation with free WiFi and a balcony. This 1-star aparthotel offers a lift. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with hot tub, slippers and a hair dryer. A microwave, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, each unit has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Koizumi Yakumo Memorial Park, Yodobashi Church and Choko-ji Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 23 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Hotel Pasela LivingHotel Pasela Living provides accommodation with private balconies in the centre of Tokyo. With a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers karaoke and room service. All guest rooms come with a fridge, oven, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All units in the hotel are fitted with a TV and a hairdryer. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available every morning at Hotel Pasela Living. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Full Gospel Tokyo Church, Okubo Baptist Church and Inari Kio Shrine. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 22 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Shinjuku Miyabi ResidenceIdeally situated in the centre of Tokyo, Shinjuku Miyabi Residence features free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 2-star hotel offers a shared kitchen. The property is non-smoking and is situated 200 metres from Takatsukisan Chozenji Temple. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Aizumi Art Museum, Tayasu Chingo Inari Shrine and Genkyoji Temple. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 22 km from Shinjuku Miyabi Residence.View on Booking.com -
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Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier GrandOffering a spa centre, Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand is set in Tokyo in the Tokyo Prefecture Region, 1.5 km from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Opened in December, 2016, the new Club Floor "Premier Grand" welcomes guests with green tea and hand towels. Exclusive service such as private check-in and check-out is available on the 45th floor. Premier Grand features panoramic views of Tokyo. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom with a bath and bidet, with bathrobes and slippers provided. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is free shuttle service, a 24-hour front desk and hairdresser's at the property. Meiji Jingu Shrine is 1.8 km from Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Gran, while Meiji Jingu Stadium is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 16 km from Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Premier Grand.View on Booking.com -
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bmj HyakuninchoSet within 500 metres of Nihon Christ Kyokai Kashiwagi Church and 200 metres of Kaichu Inari Shrine in Tokyo, bmj Hyakunincho offers accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. The property is 300 metres from Yodobashi Church, and within 1.4 km of the city centre. All units come with air conditioning, a microwave, a fridge, a kettle, a walk-in shower, slippers and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hair dryer, units at the aparthotel also feature free WiFi. At the aparthotel, units come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Meotogi Shrine, Zenryu-ji Temple and Choko-ji Temple. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 23 km from the property.View on Booking.com
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Tokyo Restaurants
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Udatsu SushiAwarded One Star in 2024 - People from around the world visit to experience Mr. Udatsu's sushi. Inside the restaurant, which resembles an art gallery with its modern decor and numerous artworks, guests can enjoy sushi crafted from the highest quality ingredients. While the foundation is traditional nigiri, the menu also features original creations born from the chef's relentless curiosity and innovation.View on JapanEatinerary -
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WaketokuyamaAwarded One Star in 2025 - With a meticulous focus on allowing guests to enjoy seasonal ingredients at their peak, the menu changes approximately every two weeks. The signature dish, "Grilled Abalone with Seaweed Aroma," features thick slices of abalone generously coated in a rich liver sauce, offering an exquisite taste of the sea.View on JapanEatinerary -
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Fry-yaExquisite fried dishes crafted by a head chef with experience earning stars in both Switzerland and Japan. The remarkably light tonkatsu is a favorite not only among Japanese diners but also among visitors to Japan. With the theme of "small portions, many varieties," guests can enjoy sampling a wide selection of tonkatsu in smaller portions.View on JapanEatinerary -
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TEMPURA & WINE SHINOThe kind of restaurant that is known only to true gourmets, serving as a sort of "Hidden gem". In a chic space with black walls and a ceiling adorned in gold, you can enjoy tempura with a light and elegant texture, delicately fried using refined techniques to achieve a thin, white batter that minimizes the aroma of oil. Savor tempura that maximizes the flavors of the ingredients, paired with Champagne and Burgundy wines carefully selected by the sommelier.View on JapanEatinerary -
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HikarimonoWith a prime location and quality that rivals high-end sushi restaurants, this restaurant maintains the goal of being a place for everyday dining. It offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere, free from stiffness or formality. The signature "Hikari-maki," featuring ingredients such as sardines, pickled plum, and bettarazuke (sweet pickled radish), boasts unique flavors that are especially popular among international visitors.View on JapanEatinerary -
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Daikanyama Issai KassaiThe owner, Shinji Odahara, boasts a 30-year career in Japanese cuisine and has the remarkable achievement of opening a Japanese restaurant in New York that earned a star. Guests can enjoy exquisite charcoal-grilled meat dishes and rice cooked in a clay pot, all within a modern interior with dim lighting that sparks adult curiosity.View on JapanEatinerary -
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SudachiYou can enjoy dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients, transcending the traditional boundaries of Japanese cuisine. While rooted in the traditions of Japanese cooking, the menu features unique offerings such as dishes incorporating shark fin窶排arely seen in Japanese cuisine窶蚤nd sushi that reflects the chef's background in sushi restaurants. At the open kitchen counter, where the lively atmosphere comes alive, you can savor the culinary creations with all five senses.View on JapanEatinerary -
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TorinaoIn a relaxed and serene atmosphere, you can enjoy exquisite yakitori made with "Koshu Kenmidori" chicken, grilled to perfection over Kishu Binchotan charcoal for a delightful aroma. The tender and fluffy tsukune (chicken meatball) is particularly popular for its juicy flavor. Additionally, the carefully selected Japanese sake, chosen by the owner, pairs wonderfully with the yakitori.View on JapanEatinerary -
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IchiuChef Hamano is renowned for his experience training at three different two-star restaurants. In addition to sushi, he has honed his skills in Japanese cuisine at the esteemed Akasaka Kikunoi, giving him a strong foundation in traditional Japanese culinary techniques.When it comes to nigiri, he is meticulous not only about the toppings but also the rice. He uses a premium rice variety from Akita, enhanced with two types of red vinegar and plum vinegar to create a refreshing flavor.View on JapanEatinerary -
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Yakiniku OnukiThe restaurant is proud of its "Tare Yakiniku" (grilled meat with sauce), which is made from Japanese black beef that has inherited the "excellent sauce" from the main restaurant, and is so tender that it melts in your mouth. The beef tongue is also superb. The thickly cut beef tongue is very difficult to grill, so the waiter grills it and serves it to you. Enjoy a blissful moment with wine that pairs well with the meat.View on JapanEatinerary
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Experiences around Tokyo
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Kimono rental & photography experience in AsakusaTake the subway to Asakusa Station (Ginza Line) Exit 4 and walk for 20 seconds. It is 220 meters away from Sensoji Kaminarimon Gate. The location is perfect!View on Klook -
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Asakusa Kimono&Yukata Rental at Kimono Miyabi Asakusa in Main Branch**Klook Exclusive Free Next Day Return! Limited Time Only!** Show this message and return your Kimono the next day for FREE for rental during Sep 15 - Dec 15, 2023. Exclusions applied to Formal Kimono Furisode and Homongi. See What to Expect for more detailsView on Klook -
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Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament TourCome face to face with Japanese culture that has been kept alive through many years, such as the presence of a referee which began in the Sengoku period (about 1467-1603)View on Klook
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