Guidebook for Shinjuku-ku
Parks & Nature
Grădina Națională Shinjuku Gyoen
11 NaitōmachiA nice public park in the middle of the central business district of Shinjuku, offering refuge from the crowded and touristy places around the area.
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Shinjuku Chuo Park
2-chōme-11 NishishinjukuA nice public park in the middle of the central business district of Shinjuku, offering refuge from the crowded and touristy places around the area.
One of Tokyo's Popular parks, with events and festivals held almost every weekend especially during the summer. A great place to chill and relax in the afternoon after a day's walk
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Parcul Yoyogi
2-1 YoyogikamizonochōOne of Tokyo's Popular parks, with events and festivals held almost every weekend especially during the summer. A great place to chill and relax in the afternoon after a day's walk
Tokyo's Biggest Park. Great place to visit during Spring and Autumn, but beware of the large crowds, especially during cherry blossom season. Other days, especially in the early mornings, is fairly quiet.
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Uenokoen
Tokyo's Biggest Park. Great place to visit during Spring and Autumn, but beware of the large crowds, especially during cherry blossom season. Other days, especially in the early mornings, is fairly quiet.
Great place to visit if you want to avoid the foreign crowd. Almost as big as the Ueno Park. A must-go-place during the cherry blossom season to have a more local experience on how Japanese people do hanami~
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Parcul Inokashira
1-chōme-18-31 GotenyamaGreat place to visit if you want to avoid the foreign crowd. Almost as big as the Ueno Park. A must-go-place during the cherry blossom season to have a more local experience on how Japanese people do hanami~
One of Tokyo's Hidden Gems! Enjoy this peaceful quaint Japanese garden, especially during the Autumn Foliage and Spring Seasons
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Sala de expoziție Koishikawa Korakuen
1-chōme-6-6 KōrakuOne of Tokyo's Hidden Gems! Enjoy this peaceful quaint Japanese garden, especially during the Autumn Foliage and Spring Seasons
One of Tokyo's most lovable parks, right next to the Marunouchi-Shiodome Business District
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Parcul Hibiya
1 HibiyakōenOne of Tokyo's most lovable parks, right next to the Marunouchi-Shiodome Business District
Sightseeing
Free Observatory with stunning views of the city
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Clădirile Guvernului Metropolitan Tokyo
2-chōme-8-1 NishishinjukuFree Observatory with stunning views of the city
Scenic street that offers a variety of Japanese street food like yakitori and kushiyaki
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Omoide Yokochō
1 Chome-2 NishishinjukuScenic street that offers a variety of Japanese street food like yakitori and kushiyaki
Fashionable shopping and dining district without all the tourists.. Also known as Tokyo's French Town where all the French expats live
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Kagurazaka
Fashionable shopping and dining district without all the tourists.. Also known as Tokyo's French Town where all the French expats live
Waseda University
1 Chome-104 TotsukamachiOne of Japan's Top Private Universities
Relaxing park without all the international tourists. Great place to visit during the Fall
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Grădina exterioară Meiji Jingu
1-1 KasumigaokamachiRelaxing park without all the international tourists. Great place to visit during the Fall
SHINJUKU TOHO BLDG
1-chōme-19-1 KabukichōGODZILLA'S HERE!!
chill and relax neighborhood just right next to Shinjuku with cozy cafes and nice bars
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Yotsuya
chill and relax neighborhood just right next to Shinjuku with cozy cafes and nice bars
Swarming with cheap and affordable bars, cafes and restaurants catered to the youth.. (near to Universities)
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Takadanobaba
Swarming with cheap and affordable bars, cafes and restaurants catered to the youth.. (near to Universities)
Shinjuku's Business District with tall skyscrapers. Swarming with people on suit during the weekdays
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Nishishinjuku
Shinjuku's Business District with tall skyscrapers. Swarming with people on suit during the weekdays
docomo Shop Yoyogi
5-chōme-24-3 SendagayaNTT Docomo Building aka Japan's Empire State Building
Tallest Tower in Tokyo!! Not for those who are afraid of heights. Stunning views of the city during night time!
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Turnul Tokyo Skytree
1-chōme-1-2 OshiageTallest Tower in Tokyo!! Not for those who are afraid of heights. Stunning views of the city during night time!
Tokyo's Eiffel Tower. Iconic, especially with the Godzilla fans.
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Turnul Tokyo
4-chōme-2-8 ShibakōenTokyo's Eiffel Tower. Iconic, especially with the Godzilla fans.
Where the Emperor of Japan lives.. not really open to the public but the outside walls, bridges, gates and gardens are something to admire for both tourists and joggers alike.
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Palatul Imperial
1-1 ChiyodaWhere the Emperor of Japan lives.. not really open to the public but the outside walls, bridges, gates and gardens are something to admire for both tourists and joggers alike.
BIGGEST TEMPLE in Tokyo, with both local and foreign tourists flocking the place 7 days a week. Best to go early in the morning or late in the night if you want to avoid all the crowds but enjoy the peace and quite of the place. But if you're up for a marketplace-like crowd akin to old Edo then drop by any time within the day!
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Templul Senso-ji
2-chōme-3-1 AsakusaBIGGEST TEMPLE in Tokyo, with both local and foreign tourists flocking the place 7 days a week. Best to go early in the morning or late in the night if you want to avoid all the crowds but enjoy the peace and quite of the place. But if you're up for a marketplace-like crowd akin to old Edo then drop by any time within the day!
Tokyo's most desired neighborhood for living among Japanese people. Drop by so see what kind of things Japanese people like - from old style cafes to interesting quirky affordable stores.
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Kichijōji
Tokyo's most desired neighborhood for living among Japanese people. Drop by so see what kind of things Japanese people like - from old style cafes to interesting quirky affordable stores.
Iconic crossing street of Tokyo. Go to Tsutaya's 2F Starbucks to get a sort-of bird's eye view of the whole scramble.
TIP: You don't need to buy anything to get in ;)
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L'OCCITANE渋谷店 ブーケ・ド・プロヴァンス
2-chōme-3-1 DōgenzakaIconic crossing street of Tokyo. Go to Tsutaya's 2F Starbucks to get a sort-of bird's eye view of the whole scramble.
TIP: You don't need to buy anything to get in ;)
Tokyo's 5th Ave, with all the shops and luxury brands lined up for your eyes (and credit card).
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Ginza
Tokyo's 5th Ave, with all the shops and luxury brands lined up for your eyes (and credit card).
Akihabara
ANIME AND ELECTRONICS NEIGHBORHOOD!!!
Harajuku's famous street for all that is "kawaii" and "fashionable" here in Japan.
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Takeshita Street
1-chōme-20-10 JingūmaeHarajuku's famous street for all that is "kawaii" and "fashionable" here in Japan.
Tokyo City View și Sky Deck
6-chōme-10-1 RoppongiOne of Tokyo's best Night-viewing Spots!!!
Drinks & Nightlife
Kabukicho
Tokyo's Red Light District
2 Chome Shinjuku
Tokyo's Gay Town
Great neighorhood of small, cozy bars that bring you back to 1950s Japan
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Shinjuku Golden Gai
1-chōme-1-6 KabukichōGreat neighorhood of small, cozy bars that bring you back to 1950s Japan
スペインバルTAKA
7-chōme-5-12 NishishinjukuChill Spanish-themed Bar just about 3 mins walk from the Station
Hal Vel Bar
Bar & Bistro which serves Japanese Wagyu Beef!
Great and Cozy Bar and Restaurant right by Okubo Station.. Picasso-inspired; great hangout for all the art enthusiasts!
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PICASSO 1
1-chōme-23-21 HyakuninchōGreat and Cozy Bar and Restaurant right by Okubo Station.. Picasso-inspired; great hangout for all the art enthusiasts!
Shisha Tokyo
1-chōme-23-22 HyakuninchōShisha Bar right next to the Station
British Pub "HUB", where all the foreigners and foreigner-liking Japanese people hang out and have a drink
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HUB新宿西口大ガード店
3-3 NishishinjukuBritish Pub "HUB", where all the foreigners and foreigner-liking Japanese people hang out and have a drink
Arts & Culture
Sanctuarul Hanazono
5-chōme-17-3 ShinjukuShinto Shrine in the middle of the city
Muzeul Samurai
2-chōme-25-6 KabukichōOne of Japan's biggest shrines.. An oasis of peace, tranquility and big trees in the middle of the city... A shrine dedicated the late Emperor Meiji
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Meiji Shrine Honden
One of Japan's biggest shrines.. An oasis of peace, tranquility and big trees in the middle of the city... A shrine dedicated the late Emperor Meiji
A must-go-place for all those Ghibli fans, whether it's Hayao Miyazaki's work or not. Please check their website because you need to purchase a ticket AT LEAST A DAY BEFORE your intended visit.
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Muzeul de Artă al Orașului Mitaka
1-chōme-1-83 ShimorenjakuA must-go-place for all those Ghibli fans, whether it's Hayao Miyazaki's work or not. Please check their website because you need to purchase a ticket AT LEAST A DAY BEFORE your intended visit.
Food Scene
Ichiran Shinjuku Kabuki-cho
Famous Ichiran Ramen
Menya Musashi
7-chōme-2-6 NishishinjukuNoodles Noodles Noodles!
Himawari Sushi
1-chōme-15-3 NishishinjukuSushi at an affordable price!
Kani Douraku
5-chōme-25-9 NishishinjukuCrab is their main specialty! (and a lot of seafood on the side)
Unagi Futaba
Restaurant that specializes on Eel
ラーメン大 大久保店
1-chōme-20-3 HyakuninchōRamen place just right beside the listing!
鉄板バーはち
Teppanyaki with a side of japanese sake!
Pepper Lunch, offering tasty Japanese-style Steak at an affordable price
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Pepper Lunch
1-chōme-1-49 ŌkuboPepper Lunch, offering tasty Japanese-style Steak at an affordable price
Tenshin Hanten - great Chinese Food at an affordable price with English-speaking staff in the middle of Shinjuku's bustling business district.
天津飯店 本店
3-chōme-2-11 NishishinjukuTenshin Hanten - great Chinese Food at an affordable price with English-speaking staff in the middle of Shinjuku's bustling business district.
Traditional Japanese restaurant sitting on Tatami. (Private rooms available but would need reservations beforehand)
田村屋
7-chōme-10 NishishinjukuTraditional Japanese restaurant sitting on Tatami. (Private rooms available but would need reservations beforehand)
Samgyeopsal Buffet with a healthy sides of various Korean dishes just right next to Okubo Station and 3mins walk from the apartment!
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Healthy KanTomoka
1-chōme-18-10 HyakuninchōSamgyeopsal Buffet with a healthy sides of various Korean dishes just right next to Okubo Station and 3mins walk from the apartment!
Arman Kabab 2号店
7-chōme-16-10 NishishinjukuFor your weekly dose of tasty Kebabs!
小尾羊 新大久保店
2-chōme-17-3 HyakuninchōShabu-Shabu!!
コリアタッカンマリ
1-chōme-11-25 HyakuninchōKorean Chicken Wings!
Seibu Shinjuku Pepe & Brick St.
1-chōme-30-1 KabukichōAIN SOPH. ripple
2-chōme-46-8 KabukichōTASTY VEGAN BURGERS!!
café du riche
1-chōme-17-10 ŌkuboKorean Coffee Shop with Free WiFi
Sukiya Okubohyakunincho
1-chōme-16-14 HyakuninchōSUKIYA. Japanese Rice Bowls with Beef Toppings. Cheap, Fast, and Tasty!
Starbucks Shinjuku Southern Terrace
2-chōme-2-1 YoyogiCafe and Restaurant near the station with a great atmosphere for relaxing. Their fish burgers are highly recommended, if not at all necessary. In the evenings they project some videos from the restaurant to the train station wall for public viewing :)
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MK CAFE
1-chōme-21-14 HyakuninchōCafe and Restaurant near the station with a great atmosphere for relaxing. Their fish burgers are highly recommended, if not at all necessary. In the evenings they project some videos from the restaurant to the train station wall for public viewing :)
Great Yakitori and other 串揚げ (barbecue) food just right by Okubo Station!
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Kaburaya
1-chōme-23-22 HyakuninchōGreat Yakitori and other 串揚げ (barbecue) food just right by Okubo Station!
チュニジア 料理店 ラジュール
1-chōme-24-8 HyakuninchōUnique Tunisian Restaurant right in the middle of the streets of Okubo
ワンチャコ
1-chōme-24-8 HyakuninchōSouth American Cuisine!
Japanese Curry House! (Japanese Curry tastes quite different from Indian and Southeast Asian Curry)
牛すじカレー小さなカレー家
Japanese Curry House! (Japanese Curry tastes quite different from Indian and Southeast Asian Curry)
Ko Sushi
1-chōme-36-5 IkebukurohonchōSUSHI just 3 mins away from the apartment!
Shopping
One of Shinjuku's biggest Shopping Mall housing a variety of shops from luxury brands to affordable clothes
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Lumine Est Shinjuku
3-chōme-38-1 ShinjukuOne of Shinjuku's biggest Shopping Mall housing a variety of shops from luxury brands to affordable clothes
One of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
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BIC Camera Shinjuku West Store
1-chōme-5-1 NishishinjukuOne of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
One of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
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Yodobashi Camera Shinjuku West Main Store
1-chōme-11-1 NishishinjukuOne of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
Nice open-air Shopping Mall offering nice cafes and restaurants after an afternoon stroll around the city.
Shinjuku Southern Terrace
2-chōme-2-1 YoyogiNice open-air Shopping Mall offering nice cafes and restaurants after an afternoon stroll around the city.
Big Department Store offering a whole variety of things (like really a lot a lot!!) at VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. A lot of the foreigners buy their gifts and things to take home with them here in this store.
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Don Quijote Shinjuku Kabukicho
1-chōme-16-5 KabukichōBig Department Store offering a whole variety of things (like really a lot a lot!!) at VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. A lot of the foreigners buy their gifts and things to take home with them here in this store.
One of Tokyo's man-made islands. Great place to drop by for some food, shops, and breath-taking views of Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge with the skyline as backdrop.
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Odaiba
1-chōme-6-12 ShibadaimonOne of Tokyo's man-made islands. Great place to drop by for some food, shops, and breath-taking views of Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge with the skyline as backdrop.
Where all the fresh sushi comes from. Come by very early (like 5AM or earlier) to witness the infamous tuna auction!
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Tsukiji Fish Market
4 Chome-13 TsukijiWhere all the fresh sushi comes from. Come by very early (like 5AM or earlier) to witness the infamous tuna auction!
Ginza's latest shopping mall! Check it out to see what's up and trendy in Tokyo's luxury district. Ceiling design is by Yayoi Kusama - polka-dotted pumpkins!!
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Ginza Six
6-chōme-10-1 GinzaGinza's latest shopping mall! Check it out to see what's up and trendy in Tokyo's luxury district. Ceiling design is by Yayoi Kusama - polka-dotted pumpkins!!
Shop that sells used and brand new camera lenses at a cheaper price (five floors of camera goodness!)
Map Camera Store
1-chōme-12-5 NishishinjukuShop that sells used and brand new camera lenses at a cheaper price (five floors of camera goodness!)
5-chōme-24-2 Sendagaya
One of Japan's biggest Department Store
Getting Around
Another train station near the listing, which is just right next to Korean Town.
If you are taking the Yamanote Line and want to avoid the big crowds in Shinjuku, this is the station to hop on!
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Shin-Okubo Station
1-chōme-7 HyakuninchōAnother train station near the listing, which is just right next to Korean Town.
If you are taking the Yamanote Line and want to avoid the big crowds in Shinjuku, this is the station to hop on!
BUSIEST TRAIN STATION IN THE WORLD!!
Be careful not to get lost in the sea of people, especially during rush hour.
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Shinjuku Station
3-chōme-38-1 ShinjukuBUSIEST TRAIN STATION IN THE WORLD!!
Be careful not to get lost in the sea of people, especially during rush hour.
Nearest train station to the listing. If you want to avoid the crowds, this is the station to hop on!
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Ōkubo Station
1-chōme-17-1 HyakuninchōNearest train station to the listing. If you want to avoid the crowds, this is the station to hop on!
Willer Express' Shinjuku Bus Terminal
(Willer Express is a Highway Bus Company that offers English support to non-Japanese speaking travelers and expats in Japan which has a wide bus network in the whole of Japan. For those who are looking for a cheaper option to go around the country instead of the JR pass, please refer to their website in English)
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Shinjuku Station
3-chōme-38-1 ShinjukuWiller Express' Shinjuku Bus Terminal
(Willer Express is a Highway Bus Company that offers English support to non-Japanese speaking travelers and expats in Japan which has a wide bus network in the whole of Japan. For those who are looking for a cheaper option to go around the country instead of the JR pass, please refer to their website in English)
WILLER EXPRESS BUS TERMINAL - cheap way to go around Japan = Highway/Expressway Bus!
WILLERバスターミナル 新宿西口
WILLER EXPRESS BUS TERMINAL - cheap way to go around Japan = Highway/Expressway Bus!
Airport Limousine
1-chōme-1 NishishinjukuBus Stop for the Airport Bus Terminal
Renovated last 2012 to reflect its old architecture, Tokyo Station is one of the biggest and busiest stations in the city. For those who are riding the bullet train to other parts of Japan, this is the station to be!
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Galeria Stației Tokyo
1-chōme-9-1 MarunouchiRenovated last 2012 to reflect its old architecture, Tokyo Station is one of the biggest and busiest stations in the city. For those who are riding the bullet train to other parts of Japan, this is the station to be!