Shinjuku

The shopping and entertainment district that is Shinjuku boasts some of Tokyo’s most popular tourist attractions, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, the Samurai Museum, and the famous Robot Restaurant. Tourists can also visit some of Tokyo's largest department stores in the special ward of Shinjuku, like Isetan, Daimaru, and Odakyu.
When is your trip?

Navigate forward to interact with the calendar and select a date. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates.

Navigate backward to interact with the calendar and select a date. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates.

Categories

Restaurants
Attractions
Cafes

Shinjuku on your mind?

Build, organize, and map out your best trip yet.
Need a place to stay?
When

Navigate forward to interact with the calendar and select a date. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates.

Navigate backward to interact with the calendar and select a date. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates.

When

Navigate forward to interact with the calendar and select a date. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates.

Navigate backward to interact with the calendar and select a date. Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates.

Top searches

Slide 1 of 9
Featured guides

Multi-city stops

Slide 1 of 30

Top places to visit

1Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

4.6
(35191)
4.5
(6197)
Mentioned on 
National park
Nature & Parks
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a large park in the Shinjuku area of Tokyo that features gardens with different styles. The French garden is formal and features elegant trees and flower beds, while the English garden is more relaxed with sloping lawns and gardens bordering a pond. The traditional Japanese garden features a central pond surrounded by flowerbeds and shrubs. There are many events held at the park throughout the year, including participatory events such as photography lessons and contests.
11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014, Japanhttps://www.env.go.jp/garden/shinjukugyoen/index.html
4.4
(4398)
4.5
(5472)
Mentioned on 
Government office
Sights & Landmarks
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku, designed by Kenzo Tange, is a famous landmark that offers breathtaking views of Tokyo's sprawling metropolis. Its free observatories, located 202m above ground level, provide visitors with floor-to-ceiling windows and an impressive vantage point to admire the city skyline.
2 Chome-8-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-8001, Japanhttps://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building reservations

3Shinjuku Golden Gai

4.3
(8894)
4.0
(2238)
Mentioned on 
Business park
Sights & Landmarks
Shinjuku Golden Gai is a vibrant and famous district in Tokyo, known for its narrow and twisting passageways and cozy bars. This lively area offers a variety of snug taverns where visitors can enjoy the festive atmosphere. Albatross, one of the standout bars in this district, is a three-floor establishment that can accommodate up to 30 people.
2F, 1 Chome-1-6 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japanhttp://goldengai.jp/

4Omoide Yokochō

4.1
(9126)
4.0
(1128)
Mentioned on 
Sights & Landmarks
Business park
Omoide-Yokochō is a narrow alleyway in Shinjuku, Tokyo, filled with 60 or so bustling open-fronted hole-in-thewall restaurants serving delicious skewers of chicken, pork and vegetables. You can order omakase here where the chef decides what you will be eating.
1 Chome-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japanhttp://shinjuku-omoide.com/

5Meiji Jingu Gaien

4.3
(12247)
4.0
(716)
Mentioned on 
Park
Nature & Parks
Meiji Jingu Gaien is a park in Tokyo with many sporting facilities, including an indoor ice skating rink and a driving range. It is also famous for its peace and beauty.
1-1 Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0013, Japanhttp://www.meijijingugaien.jp/

Top places to eat

1Sushi-Zanmai Higashi Shinjuku

4.0
(2219)
4.5
(1128)
affordable
Sushi restaurant
Sushi Zanmai Higashi Shinjuku is renowned for its top-notch kaiten sushi experience, maintaining their reputation for nearly four decades. While their prices may be slightly higher than other kaiten sushi establishments, they prioritize the quality of their menu offerings. Their sushi typically costs around 150 yen per piece, as opposed to the 100 yen options found elsewhere.
Japan, 〒169-0072 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Okubo, 1 Chome−1−15, 1階・地下1階, ベルバウムhttp://www.kiyomura.co.jp/shops/detail/22

2Teppan Baby

4.3
(747)
4.5
(1108)
affordable
Okonomiyaki restaurant
Teppan Baby, located in Kabukicho, is a restaurant that emphasizes the risk of cross-contamination due to the shared use of grills and tools for both gluten-free (GF) and non-GF items. However, their okonomiyaki is gluten-free itself. If you'd like to witness its preparation, you can grab a seat by the counter.
POCKET ビル B1F, 1 Chome-17-4 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japanhttps://teppanbaby.com/

3Nabezo Shinjuku Sanchome Store

4.4
(1099)
4.5
(727)
Mentioned on 
affordable
Sukiyaki and Shabu Shabu restaurant
Nabezo, a franchise of Nabe restaurants, has multiple branches in and around Tokyo, including two in the Shinjuku area. It offers two popular types of Japanese hotpot dishes: shabu shabu and sukiyaki. The 100-minute all-you-can-eat course includes selected ingredients like domestic beef, pork, and fresh vegetables.
新宿 高野 第2ビル 8F, 3 Chome-30-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japanhttp://nabe-zo.com/restaurant_search/#res643

4Sakura-tei

4.0
(1330)
4.5
(678)
cheap
Okonomiyaki restaurant
Sakura Tei is an informal eatery in Tokyo's Ura-Harajuku neighborhood, adorned with vibrant pop art. This restaurant specializes in okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake that allows diners to cook their own meal. Okonomiyaki consists of a flour-based batter mixed with eggs and cabbage, accompanied by various additional ingredients.
202, 3 Chome-20-1 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japanhttps://www.sakuratei.co.jp/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Maps

5Rokkasen

4.5
(2199)
4.5
(651)
Mentioned on 
expensive
Yakiniku restaurant
Rokkasen is a well-liked Yakiniku eatery in Shinjuku, famous for its Japanese style BBQ. They offer a variety of high-quality Japanese Wagyu beef options, such as Matsuzaka Beef and Kobe Beef, prepared in three different ways: Yakuniku (Korean style BBQ), Shabu Shabu, and Sukiyaki.
新宿サンフラワービル 6F/7F, 1 Chome-3-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japanhttps://rokkasen.co.jp/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=map

Looking for day-by-day itineraries in Shinjuku?

Get inspired for your trip to Shinjuku with our curated itineraries that are jam-packed with popular attractions everyday! Check them out here: