Where Skyscrapers, Gardens & Neon Nights Collide
🌟 What is Shinjuku?
Shinjuku is one of Tokyo’s most dynamic and diverse districts. Known for its iconic skyline, endless shopping, and legendary nightlife, it’s a true microcosm of Tokyo. From peaceful gardens to buzzing neon streets, Shinjuku offers a mix of modern city life and cultural charm—making it a must-visit for any traveler in the capital
🔭 Why Visit Shinjuku?
🏙️ Skyscraper Views: Discover Tokyo’s skyline from observation decks
🌸 Nature Meets City: Enjoy seasonal beauty at Shinjuku Gyoen
🌃 Legendary Nightlife: Explore Kabukicho and nostalgic Golden Gai
🍢 Local Food Culture: Savor yakitori at Omoide Yokocho
⚔️ Step into History: Dive into samurai culture at the Samurai Museum
🛍️ Shopper’s Paradise: Home to massive department stores and tech hubs
📸 Featured Spots
| Spot | Description |
|---|---|
| Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden | A vast, peaceful garden with Japanese, English, and French styles |
| Kabukicho | Tokyo’s wildest entertainment district, lit with neon and energy |
| Golden Gai | Tiny nostalgic bars with charm, each one a world of its own |
| Omoide Yokocho | Old-school alley for yakitori and drinks with a local vibe |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building | Free observatory decks with sweeping city views |
| Samurai Museum | Swords, armor, and tales of Japan’s warrior past |
🎟️ Admission & Booking
| Attraction | Price (Adult) | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Shinjuku Gyoen | ¥500 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mon) |
| Samurai Museum | ¥1,900 | 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Gov. Building Observatory | Free | 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
🚨 Visitor Tips
🌸 Visit in spring for cherry blossoms in Shinjuku Gyoen
💳 Some Golden Gai bars are cash-only – keep yen handy
🧳 Lockers are available at Shinjuku Station for bags
🎌 Be mindful in Kabukicho at night – stick to main paths
📷 Best cityscape photos around sunset from the Gov. Building
🚉 Access
Shinjuku Station is a major hub with unmatched connectivity.
Lines Served:
- JR: Yamanote, Chuo, Saikyo, Shonan-Shinjuku
- Metro: Marunouchi, Toei Shinjuku, Toei Oedo
- Others: Odakyu, Keio, Seibu Shinjuku
From Major Locations:
🚄 Tokyo Station → 15 min (JR Chuo Line)
🚄 Shibuya → 7 min (JR Yamanote Line)
✈️ Narita Airport → 90 min (Narita Express)
✈️ Haneda Airport → 50 min (Monorail + JR Yamanote)
🏨 Top 3 Recommended Hotels in Shinjuku
- Hotel Gracery Shinjuku – Famous for its Godzilla head view, central location
- Park Hyatt Tokyo – Luxury and sky-high elegance (featured in Lost in Translation)
- Shinjuku Granbell Hotel – Trendy boutique hotel in Kabukicho, great city views
🍴 Top 3 Restaurants Near Shinjuku Hotspots
- 🍢 Torikizoku Shinjuku East Exit (Yakitori)
Casual izakaya with affordable skewers and beer
🕒 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
📍 3-18-4 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku - 🍜 Ichiran Shinjuku (Ramen)
Solo booths and rich tonkotsu broth perfection
🕒 Open 24 Hours
📍 3-34-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku - 🍣 Sushi Zanmai Higashi-Guchi (Sushi)
Popular sushi chain with English menu
🕒 Open 24 Hours
📍 3-18-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
📍 Address & Contact
Shinjuku Tourist Information Center
📍 3-37-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
📞 +81-3-3354-4401
🌐 Go Tokyo – Shinjuku
✨ From neon-lit nightlife to peaceful gardens, Shinjuku shows you every side of Tokyo in one place. Explore, eat, and enjoy the city from its true urban core.