Shinjuku (新宿) is a district of the city of Tokyo.
To know
Geographical notes
| Orientation | ||
| Toshima | ||
| Nakano |  | Bunkyo |
| Shibuya | Minato | Chiyoda |
Known as the second center of the metropolis (副 都 心, fukutoshin). The area surrounding Shinjuku Station is a huge shopping and entertainment center located on top of the busiest train station complex in the world.
How to orient yourself
Shinjuku: full screen map.To the north it is located 1 Takadanobaba (高田 馬 場), where students from the neighbor meet Waseda University. The residential areas of 2 Yotsuya is 3 Ichigaya, with their many small restaurants and drinking establishments, lie to the east. Kagurazaka, one of the last hanamachi (geisha neighborhoods) remaining in Tokyo, it is also home to some of the most authentic French and Italian restaurants in the city. Over 300,000 people - including nearly 30,000 foreign residents - call Shinjuku their home and city offers a wide variety of options for work or play.
The west side of Shinjuku is a seismically stable area that has escaped the latest wave of earthquakes, it is the skyscraper district that houses (among others) the giant Tokyo Metropolitan Government offices and the curved shape and webbed facade of the Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower.
The east side of Shinjuku is dedicated to shopping and nightlife, including Tokyo's largest red light district 4 Kabukichō (歌舞 伎 町) northeast of JR Shinjuku Station, is Tokyo's most famous red light district, although you may not notice it during the day, especially if you can't crack the elaborate Japanese codes on billboards. At night it's a different story though, as the best-suited young yakuza gangsters and miniskirt girls invite customers between the adult-only vending machines. At night or during the day, it is always full of people, and until recently some violence nearby (although strangers are generally not generally involved).
5 Golden Gai (ゴ ー ル デ ン 街) is the name given to a few narrow alleys in a block on the eastern side of Kabukichō. It is chock full of tiny "wall" bars and started out as a red light district a few decades ago; becoming a kind of subversive meeting place; and finally now in a strange assortment of tiny bars (some on very steep steps). The irony of the place is that while it has somewhat become a tourist attraction, many of the bars rely on regulars, so wandering strangers can receive a frosty welcome. If the door is open and you let in a smile, it's an experience you can't have anywhere else. Many bars have karaoke and antique bars mama-sans, while one has an old man who speaks Spanish and plays flamenco videos on a tiny black and white TV, and who occasionally plays guitar; another has a large collection of jazz music. Some places charge extra for coin karaoke or a supplement added to the bill while others like Bar K, they give it available free of charge.
6 Shinjuku ni-chōme (新宿 2 丁目) is the gay district.
In the vicinity of 7 Ōkubo (大 久保), a stop west of Shinjuku on the Chuo Line (also Shin-Ōkubo, on Yamanote), has many other Asian restaurants and grocery stores - Korean, Chinese, Thai, Arabic and more.
How to get
From the airport
The fastest way to reach Shinjuku fromairport of Narita is to take the train Keisei Skyliner and change to Nippori on the line JR Yamanote (which can get very busy at peak times, making it inconvenient to carry luggage). This transfer takes approximately 65 minutes with transfer and costs ¥ 2590. JR Narita Express offers a one-way ride to Shinjuku, but takes longer (85 minutes) and costs more (¥ 3110), although for foreigners the cost can be reduced to ¥ 2000 per way by purchasing a N'EX Tokyo Round - Trip Ticket.
Low-cost travelers can use the regular commuter train Keisei line for Nippori and go to the line Yamanote (about 105 minutes, ¥ 1190). In the evening, the fastest trains Access Tokkyu Narita Airport to Nippori takes 20 minutes out of total travel time against a ¥ 200 surcharge. JR Yokosuka-Sōbu it also has stations in both Narita terminals.
The limousine bus frequently pass Narita Airport to Shinjuku Station West Exit and area hotels (approximately 2 hours, ¥ 3000).
Passengers coming fromHaneda airport they can take trains on the lines Keikyu is Yamanote, changing to Shinagawa (45 minutes, ¥ 590). Limo buses also run on this route (50 minutes, ¥ 1230).
On the train
The station seen from above
- 1 Shinjuku Station (Meter:
. Trains: 
). The train is the most obvious option for arrival, as Shinjuku Station is on the lines JR Yamanote, Chuo, Sobu, Saikyo is Shonan-Shinjuku. The metro service is provided by the lines Marunouchi Metro is Fukutoshin of Tokyo and from the lines Toei Shinjuku is Ōedo. There are also terminal stations for private railway lines Keio, Odakyu is Seibu Shinjuku.
. Trains: 
). The train is the most obvious option for arrival, as Shinjuku Station is on the lines JR Yamanote, Chuo, Sobu, Saikyo is Shonan-Shinjuku. The metro service is provided by the lines Marunouchi Metro is Fukutoshin of Tokyo and from the lines Toei Shinjuku is Ōedo. There are also terminal stations for private railway lines Keio, Odakyu is Seibu Shinjuku.- The Guinness World Records recognizes Shinjuku station as the busiest train station in the world - over 3.8 million passengers pass by every day. If in doubt, try to board the line Marunouchi to Tokyo station at 8:00 on Monday morning. The station is a sight in itself, effectively forming a giant multi-level maze of department stores, restaurants, commercial buildings, railway structures and underground shopping malls that stretch for miles below the surrounding area. Getting lost in the station is normal for visitors for this reason it is advisable to "study" the station maps often hung for travelers or to pay attention to the indications written in English. The station is cut in two by an elevated road so exiting to the east or west to reach the south or north you get the feeling of being elsewhere, in reality you need to cross the road via an external underpass and find yourself in the north or south complex. The bus terminal is located in the southern part of the station on the third floor. In any case, there is an information office dedicated to the station.
- As with all Japanese stations, there are many services for travelers including luggage storage through automatic lockers that can also be used with Pasmo and Suica cards with prices from ¥ 400 per day (May 2019).
| Connections with Shinjuku |
| Nagoya ← Nakano ← | OR  IS | → end |
| Suginami ← Nakano ← | OR  IS | → Shibuya → Chiyoda |
| Hon-Kawagoe ← Tokorozawa ← Tanashi ← | OR  IS | → end |
| Ogikuo ← Nakano-Sakaue ← | OR  IS | → Akasaka Mituke → Ginza |
| Nakano ← Nakano-Sakaue ← | OR  IS | → Kudanshita → Nihonbashi |
| Ikebukuro ← | No.  S. | → Meijijingumae → Shibuya |
Hashimoto ← Tama center ← into  ←Sasazuka ← | OR  IS | → Jinbocho → Iwamotocho → Sumiyoshi |
| Toshimaen ← Nerima ← Higashi Nakano ← | OR  IS | → Roppongi → Shiodome → Tsukiji Market |
| ↑ ← | OR IS | → Kasuga → Ueno-Okachimachi → Ryogoku |
Hachioji ← Chofu ← into  ← Takaido ← | OR  IS | → Yoyogi |
By bus
The bus station
- 2 Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (SEBT or Shinjuku Envelope (バ ス タ 新宿)), Shinjuku station (Floor 3F, South Sector of Shinjuku Station). All Shinjuku bus lines used to stop at numerous locations around Shinjuku, but as of April 2016 they were all consolidated into the new Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal, on the third floor of Shinjuku station. In addition to the bus terminal, there is a large ticket office.
- Airport limousine buses from Narita (¥ 3,100, approximately 100 min.) And Haneda (¥ 1,200, 50 min) stop at the station and at all major hotels in Shinjuku, but are subject to traffic delays.
How to get around
The area is widely covered by metro stops and the JR line.
What see
The Metropolitan Government Building
1 Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (東京 都 庁), 2 Chome-8-1 Nishishinjuku ( Tochōmae Station), ☎ 81 3-5321-1111. 
Free. 
North Observatory Mon-Sun 09: 30-23: 00 (closed the second and fourth Monday of each month. Southern Observatory Mon-Sun 09: 30-17: 30 (until 23:00 on days when the Observatory Nord is closed; closed on the first and third Tuesday of each month.) Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. The two huge buildings of this huge hive of Japanese bureaucracy are an Orwellian architectural masterpiece designed by the famous architect Kenzo Tange. The main reasons for coming here, though, are the twin observation points. At a height of 202m on the 45th floor, they have some of the best views in Tokyo.
Free. 
North Observatory Mon-Sun 09: 30-23: 00 (closed the second and fourth Monday of each month. Southern Observatory Mon-Sun 09: 30-17: 30 (until 23:00 on days when the Observatory Nord is closed; closed on the first and third Tuesday of each month.) Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. The two huge buildings of this huge hive of Japanese bureaucracy are an Orwellian architectural masterpiece designed by the famous architect Kenzo Tange. The main reasons for coming here, though, are the twin observation points. At a height of 202m on the 45th floor, they have some of the best views in Tokyo.
The Hanazono shrine
- 2 Hanazono shrine (花園 神社), 5 Chome-17-3 Shinjuku, 新宿 区 (located near the intersection of Meiji-dori and Yasukuni-dori. You arrive by stopping at the "Shinjuku-Sanchome" station
). This Shinto temple is more important for its location than its appearance, but it's a nice place to take a break. On weekends there is often a flea market in the surrounding park.
). This Shinto temple is more important for its location than its appearance, but it's a nice place to take a break. On weekends there is often a flea market in the surrounding park.
Tokyo Opera City Tower
- 3 Tokyo Opera City Tower, Nishishinjuku, 3 Chome − 20, 新宿 区 西 新宿 ３ 丁目 ２０−２ ("Hatsudai" Station ). A skyscraper with a shopping center and an art museum that often features interesting multimedia exhibits.
- 4 Fire Museum (消防 博物館), Yotsuya 4-10 (Just outside Yotsuya sanchome station ), ☎ 81 3-3353-9119, fax: 81 3-3353-9925. free. Tue-Sun 09: 30-17: 00. Three fire helicopters, ten trucks and 3 exhibition floors. Very popular with children, who can wear firefighting clothes and drive some helicopters and trucks.
- 5 Tokyo Toy Museum (東京 お も ち ゃ 美術館), Yotsuya 4-20 (3 minutes walk from Sanchome Yotsuya Station ). 500 yen per child, 700 yen per adult. Wed-Mon 10: 00-16: 00. An old school full of toys and fun little houses. The accompanying adults will not be bored thanks to the variety of toys on display.
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The Anime Center
- 6 Tokyo Anime Center (東京 ア ニ メ セ ン タ ー), Ichigayatamachi, 1-chōme − 14-1, ビ ル ＤＮＰ ビ ル プ ラ ザ 地下 １ 階, ＤＮＰ, ☎ 81 3-5298-1188. free. Wed-Mon 11: 00-20: 00. A central point of the area, offering information, shows, demonstrations and events focused on animation and play. In the recording studio, visitors can experience post-recording on certain days, but only in Japanese.
What to do
Shinjuku-Gyoen
- 1 Shinjuku Gyo-en National Garden (新宿 御苑), 11 Naitōmachi, Shinjuku-ku (ten minutes walk east of JR Shinjuku Station or get off at "Sendagaya Station" . By metro station "Shinjuku-gyoenmae" line ). 200 yen, children under 15 yen 50, children under 6 free. A large public garden and one of the most famous places to admire cherry blossoms in spring. There are Japanese, English and French gardens, as well as a Taiwanese tea house and botanical garden. The entrance fee often makes the park surprisingly uncrowded and peaceful.
Meiji Jingu Stadium
- 2 Meiji Jingu Stadium (明治 神宮 野 球場), 3-1 Kasumigaoka (With the metro station "Gaiemmae"
or "Kokuritsu-Kyogijo" station 
. By train: "Shinanomachi" and "Sendagaya" station ). Known as Jingu Stadium, college and professional baseball games can be seen here.
or "Kokuritsu-Kyogijo" station 
. By train: "Shinanomachi" and "Sendagaya" station 
The entrance to Kabukicho
- 3 Shinjuku-sanchōme and its red light districts east of the station, Kabuki-cho. It is perfectly harmless to walk around during the day and admire the billboards of the various male and female escorts on offer as well as notice the various types acting shady on the streets and in front of clubs. As you walk around this area you will probably be stopped by black Americans who try to take you to one of the clubs. This tour however should not be done with children, but for adults the result is much more of "cultural interest".
- 4 KaraokeKan Shinjuku, 1 Chome-5-７ Kabukichō, ☎ 81 3-5155-4695. 11:00-06:00. Karaokekan is a large chain of karaoke shops. They have rooms available from one person up to a large party. All you can drink are the set menus available.
- 5 Club On The Park Spa (ク ラ ブ オ ン ザ パ ー ク), 3 Chome-7-1-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Shinjuku Park Tower, ☎ 81 3-5322-1234. A wellness center.
- 6 South terrace (An intersection from the south exit of Shinjuku station). The walk near the south terrace exit offers a great view of Takashimaya department store and a bridge that offers the best views to watch the trains come in and out.
Cinema
- 7 Shinjuku Piccadilly Cinema (新宿 ピ カ デ リ ー), Shinjuku 3-15-5. ¥1800. Shinjuku Piccadilly is the newest cinema in Shinjuku. The theater features stadium seating and "platinum" seating. Platinum chairs are in a semi-private room, including a lounge (¥ 5000 per person) up to a private room, including a relaxation room (¥ 30,000 for 2 people).
- 8 Shinjuku Wald 9 (新宿 バ ル ト 9), Shinjuku, 3 Chome − 1−２６ (The largest building in Marui next to Shinjuku Gyoen), ☎ 81 3-5369-4955. ¥1800. Part of the new generation of cinemas in Tokyo. It features seating, a small gift shop, and clean theaters.
- 9 Cinem @ rt, Shinjuku 3-13-3, Shinjuku Building 6.7F (one minute walk from Shinjuku 3 Chome Station of Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line and Toei Shinjuku Line), ☎ 81 3-5369-2831. 335 total seats. Mondays are men's days, when men can watch movies for 1000 yen. Wednesdays are Ladies Days, when women can watch movies for just ¥ 1000
- 10 Kadokawa Cinema Shinjuku (角 川 シ ネ マ 新宿), Shinjuku 3-13-3, Shinjuku Culture Bldg. 4 ・ 5F, ☎ 81 3-5361-7878. Old theater of cultural history.
Shopping
Between the Keio department store's underground entrance and the rotary taxi is an area that houses a series of stalls or exhibits. Some recent stalls / exhibits include various local foods from all over Japan, furniture, and information on various government projects around Tokyo.
- 1 Don Quijote, 1-16-5 Kabukichō (on Yasukuni-Dori). 00-24. A 24-hour frenzied discount shop that sells almost everything you would never imagine you need at three in the morning but could still pick up such as clothes, bikes, electronics, jewelry and gifts.
Department stores
- 2 Isetan (伊勢丹), Shinjuku 3-14-1 (Exit B3, B4 and B5 from Shinjuku Sanchome Station), ☎ 81 3-3352-1111. Isetan is one of the most popular department stores in Shinjuku. It caters to a large age group over 20. It has a beautiful depachika (basement that sells food and gifts) which is a little more expensive than other department stores in Shinjuku.
- 3 Keio Department Store (京 王 百貨店 新宿 店), Nishi-shinjuku 1-1-4 (West Exit and Central West Exit from JR Shinjuku Station), ☎ 81 3-3342-2111. Keio is similar to Odakyu department store in terms of goods and services. The depachika is smaller and narrower than Odakyu.
- 4 Lumine, Nishi-shinjuku 1-1-5 (JR Shinjuku Station), ☎ 81 3-3348-5211. Lumine has 3 buildings around JR Shinjuku Station. Lumine 1 and 2 cater to all ages with mid-priced products. Both buildings are located at the south exit. Lumine Est is located at the East Exit and Central East Exit. Lumine Est focuses more on high fashion for younger women and famous restaurants.
- 5 Mylord (小田急 新宿 ミ ロ ー ド), 1 Chome-1-3 Nishishinjuku (Shinjuku Station), ☎ 81 3-3349-5611. Shopping center.
- 6 Shinjuku Marui Main Building (新宿 マ ル イ 本館), 3 Chome-30-１３ Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-3354-0101. Marui is a well-known department store known for focusing on the 16-32 age group. Scattered around Shinjuku Sanchome, the main building is located near Shinjuku Gyoen. The male building is north of the main building and Marui Young is west of Isetan.
- 7 Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku (小田急 百貨店 新宿 店), Nishi-shinuku 1-1-3 (West exit of JR Shinjuku Station), ☎ 81 3-3342-1111. Odakyu is the largest department store on the west side of Shinjuku Station. It caters to the age group of 30 and has various buildings. Mylord is located behind the Keio Department Store and caters to a younger age group. Halc is located south of the West Bus Loop and focuses on sportswear and electronics (Bic Camera's largest Shinjuku location is in Halc).
Libraries
- 8 BOOKOFF Shinjuku Ekimae Higashiguchi (新宿 駅 東 口 店), 3 Chome-18-１ Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-5312-1310. Bookoff is a well-known second-hand book shop. They also offer various albums, games and movies.
- 9 Books Kinokuniya Tokyo, Shibuya-ku, Sendagaya, 5 Chome − 24−２ タ カ シ マ ヤ タ イ ム ズ ス ク エ ア 南 館 6F, ☎ 81 3-5361-3316. 10:00-20:30. Books Kinokuniya is the best book store for foreign language books.
- 10 Tsutaya Book apartment, Shinjuku, 3 Chome − 26−14 新宿 ミ ニ ム ビ ル Ⅰ 4F-６F (East of JR Shinjuku East Exit. In front of Kinokuniya's books on Shinjuku-dori), ☎ 81 3-5315-4077. 10:00-02:00. Bookshop and cafeteria.
Electronics
Major camera shops are concentrated on both sides of Shinjuku Station, although there is a particularly large group just outside the west exit. The undisputed king Yodobashi it branches out on practically every block; Note that branches are specialized, so you may have to search for the right branch to find what interests you (digital cameras, camcorders, medium format photographs, etc.). The other big name is Bic room. This shop has been transformed by computers and the Internet, and their IT departments correspond to Akihabara in terms of volume, price and selection.
- 11 Bic Camera, Nishi-shinjuku 1-5-1 (to the side of Odakyu Halc just off the JR Shinjuku West exit), ☎ 81 3-5326-1111. 10:00-21:00. The second electronics store in Shinjuku. While not as large as Yodobashi Camera, the prices and product range are roughly the same. The east side store, next to Books Kinokuniya, is larger than Yodobashi's East Side store, but is even smaller than the west side location.
- 12 Yodobashi Camera (ヨ ド バ シ カ メ ラ カ メ ラ 総 合 館), Nishi-shinjuku 1-11-1 (2 minutes west of the JR Shinjuku West exit. Look southwest at the bus stop), ☎ 81 3-3346-1010. 09:30-22:00. Yodobashi is the largest electronics retailer in Shinjuku. The main building is their media center. They also have a building dedicated to games, camera building and clock building among others. Yodobashi also has a branch on the east side of Shinjuku, opposite Lumine EST.
Music
- 13 Disk Union Shinjuku (デ ィ ス ク ユ ニ オ ン 新宿), Shinjuku 3-31-4 (The main branch is located near Shinjuku Sanchome station), ☎ 81 3-3352-2697. You can get music, movies and music books. They have a large selection of used goods with over 10 locations. In addition to the main branch, other branches specialize in specific genres or goods. This shop is great for music fans.
- 14 HMV Lumine East Shinjuku (HMV ル ミ ネ エ ス ト 新宿), Shinjuku-ku, Shinjuku, 3 Chome − 38−１ ル ミ ネ エ ス ト 6F, ☎ 81 3-5361-3060. HMV is one of the largest record stores in Japan with a good selection of music and movies. HMV has 2 locations in Shinjuku: one in Takashimaya Times Square and another on the 6th floor of Lumine Est.
- 15 [link not working]Tower Records, Shinjuku 3-37-1 (Southeast Exit of JR Shinjuku Station), ☎ 81 3-5360-7811. Tower Records is one of the largest record stores in Japan. They have every CD or DVD you can imagine, and if not, you can probably order or reserve it.
- 16 Nishi-Shinjuku 7-chome (northwest of JR Shinjuku Station). Area full of music shops specializing in various genres such as punk and heavy metal. Many sell nothing but bootlegs and collectibles.
How to have fun
Cafe
- 1 Araku, Golden Gai St # 2 2FL, ☎ 81 3-5272-1651. Australian-run, considerably larger and can be less intimidating than many other establishments at the Golden Gai.
- 2 Bar K, Shinjuku-ku, Shinjuku, 3 Chome − 26−３, コ ン ワ セ ン タ ー ビ ル B1. ¥1000. Always welcoming foreigners with beer selections.
- 3 Hair of The Dogs, 1-1-8 Kabukichō, ☎ 81 3-5285-1989. 800 yen sitting at the bar. Fri-Wed 19: 00-04: 00, Thu 19: 00-24: 00. Punk rock with a hint of Mexican Luchador. Good cocktails and beer at an average of ¥ 700 to drink. The owner, Tohru, is very welcoming to anyone who loves rock. The cover charge allows you to sit at the bar and choose music from a menu divided into various Punk Rock styles (UK, US, Japan, Hardcore, Goth, Oi, Mod, Post Punk, 70's, 80's etc. ). Films like Taxi Driver and Sid & Nancy are played by an inexpensive projector on the wall behind the counter. Sid Vicious, Iggy Pop and Luchadors action figures watch you from every angle.
- 4 Albatros Bar, 1 Chome-2-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku. ¥300. Casual cocktail bar with burgundy painted walls, chandeliers, and no-nonsense mixology. The cost of the cover charge includes a small snack of spaghetti, miso or other. Most drinks cost around ¥ 700. The space includes a second-floor "penthouse" accessible by a staircase with multiple fixtures and creations by local artists. Also visit the original Albatross bar in Shinjuku Omoide-Yokocho.
- 5 Rock Bar Mother, １−１, 1 Chome-11 Kabukichō, Shinjuku-ku. It has a huge collection of Punk and Metal CDs for those looking for alternative rock.
- 6 Godz Bar (ロ ッ ク バ), 1 Chome-10-5 Kabukichō, ☎ 81 3-3203-3660. Mon-Sun 17: 00-05: 00. Heavy metal / hard rock bar.
- 7 Champions (チ ャ ン ピ オ ン), 1 Chome-1-１０ Kabukichō (Just before the Golden Gai entrance and slightly west as you make your way back towards Kabukichō), ☎ 81 3-5291-9333. Drinks ¥ 500. Mainly supplied by Filipinos who speak excellent English.
On the west side of the Yamanote Line, 3 Omoid Yokochō (思 い 出 横 丁, "Memory Lane") is a small alley full of yakitori joints. Omoid Yokochō is also sometimes referred to as gokiburi yokochō (alley of cockroaches) or shomben yokochō (pisser). Once you pass the Omoid Yokochō in the skyscrapers of the western part of Shinjuku, the nightlife practically disappears, with the lone exception of what is probably the most famous bar in Tokyo among foreigners:
- 8 New York Bar & Grill, Nishi-Shinjuku 3-7-1 (Park Hyatt Tokyo), ☎ 81 3-5323-3458. Eating a steak here would cost you well over ¥ 10,000 each, but you can grab a beer for ¥ 1000 or try the Suntory Hibiki by Bill Murray for ¥ 2,300. 17:00-24:00. One of the main sets of Lost in Translation, this 52nd floor venue has dark décor and floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views, with live jazz music every night.
Night clubs
View of Shinjuku at night
Oddly enough, there are few nightclubs left in Shinjuku, possibly due to the price of real estate. Liquid Room, once one of Tokyo's best-known party spots, took off at Ebisu several years ago.
- 9 Casablanca, J2 Bldg, 1-7-1 Kabukichō. A two level nightclub and lounge with a large dance floor and darts. The DJ normally spins hip-hop, R&B, reggae and house, and there are live house shows periodically throughout the night.
- 10 Loft / Plus One (ロ フ ト プ ラ ス ワ ン), Hiyashi Bldg B2F, Kabukichō 1-14-7 (Off Chuo-dori in front of the Koma Theater). Erotic shows only 18 (ID required). Tickets ¥ 1000-6000 (early purchase discounts). Shows at 2pm, 7.30pm and midnight. The performance art space meets the bar run with a simple concept: different people and groups rent a block of time and do whatever they want. The end result ranges from cabaret to cabaret and lectures to pornstar photo shoots and incredibly violent live S&M.
- 11 Oto, Shibuya-ku, Shibuya, 3 Chome − 18, 渋 谷 ３ 丁目 １８−７ 渋 谷 東 一号 館 ビ ル ５F, ☎ 81 3-3486-8477. Mostly local upscale clubs that have live jazz bands and DJ's. The music ranges from jazz, electro, to euro rock.
- 12 Tokyo Loose, Marumoto Bldg B1, 2-37-3 Kabukichō, ☎ 81 3-3207-5677. Small bar full of men. Not easy to find, so call for directions.
- 13 Club air, Kabukichō, 2 Chome − 35, 歌舞 伎 町 ２ 丁目 ３５−９, ☎ 81 3-3203-6013. Wed-Mon 19: 00-24: 00.
Coffee
- 14 Bun The world of coffee, Shibuya-ku, Yoyogi, 3 Chome − 14−３−１F 紫苑 学生 会館 ・ Ｊ 館, ☎ 81 3-5354-7515. Specialty coffee shop feeling, with coffee styles from 15 countries.
- 15 Doutor, 2 Chome-10-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, ☎ 81 3-3370-1457. Drinks ¥ 200-450. Doutor is a relatively "salaried" café. You will see many businessmen inside this shop. Expect most shops to all smoke, or only 2-3 seats for a non-smoking section
- 16 [link not working]Excelsior Caffe, Shinjuku-ku, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome − 26, 新宿 損 保 ジ ャ パ ン ビ ル, ☎ 81 3-5909-0848. Drinks ¥ 280-460. Excelsior Caffe and Doutor are the same company, however Excelsior Cafe caters to a younger and more feminine audience. Most shops tend to have a better non-smoking section, however smoking still takes up most of the bar seating area. The larger shops have smokers and non-smokers on different floors.
- 17 Ready, Shinjuku-ku, 新宿 区 Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome − 13−12 西 新宿 昭和 ビ ル, ☎ 81 3-5909-1328. Drinks ¥ 200-400. The bar usually opens in minutes. Pronto is a very relaxed cafe / bar which is a cafe during the day. They offer premium style drinks.
- Segafredo Zanetti. Drinks ¥ 280-500. 3 places near Shinjuku station. Segafredo is a somewhat sophisticated style cafe that has various locations near Shinjuku. Segafredo tends to have a darker vibe similar to that of Pronto.
- Starbucks Coffee. Shinjuku has 22 Starbucks coffee shops.
- 18 Shinjuku Dianne Bldg 3-36-6 (one minute walk from Shinjuku station, 8 minutes walk from Seibu-shinjuku station; between OIOIcity and Flags), ☎ 81 3-3353-4775.
- 19 Shinjuku Green Tower, Nishi-shinjuku 6-14-1 (4 minutes walk from Nishi-shinjuku station, 6 minutes walk from Tochomae station, 10 minutes walk from Shinjuku station; close to the Hilton Hotel), ☎ 81 3-3342-7737.
- 20 Canal Cafe, 1-9 Kagurazaka (Iidabashi Station, JR West Exit or Subway B2A Exit), ☎ 81 3-3260-8068, fax: 81 3-3260-8052. Tue-Fri 11: 30-21: 30, Sat-Sun 11: 30-23: 00. Located in the far east of Shinjuku city in the Kagurazaka district. With remarkable views for Tokyo, the Canal Cafe consists of a separate restaurant and coffee shop located along a canal. The outdoor cafe has a great ambiance. At the restaurant ¥ 6000-9000 for dinner, but at the bar, which is a long pier with a patio, drinks and snacks are bought at the bar and can be fairly priced.
- Tajimaya Caffee shop (但 馬 屋 珈 琲 店). There are 3 shops
- 21 1-2-6 Nishi-Shinjuku (Near Omoide Yokocho), ☎ 81 3-3342-0811. 10:00-23:00.
- 22 Shinjuku Shimadu building 1F, 1-1-3 Yoyogi Shibuyaku, ☎ 81 3-5371-2588. 10:00-21:00.
- 21 1-2-6 Nishi-Shinjuku (Near Omoide Yokocho), ☎ 81 3-3342-0811.
- 23 Tokiya (時 屋), Odakyu HALC 1F 1-5-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-3342-2610. Japanese sweets and drinks
Pubs and taverns
- 24 The Dubliners, Shinjuku 3-28-9 (two minutes from the JR East Exit), ☎ 81 3-3352-6606. Grab a pint of Guinness and mingle with local expats.
- The Hub. Popular chain of British pubs. Have some fish and chips with your pint at one of Shinjuku's four locations.
- 25 3-36-15 Shinjuku, Uchino building B1 & 6th floor, ☎ 81 3-5379-1949.
- 26 1-3-17 Nishi-Shinjuku, Aoi Building B1, ☎ 81 3-3345-5310.
- 27 Kabukichō, 1 Chome − 6−1 シ ロ ー ビ ル B1F, ☎ 81 3-5155-2482.
- 28 1-22-8 Kabukichō, Kojimaya Building B1, ☎ 81 3-3208-1462.
- 29 Marone (マ ロ ー ネ), Fukumoto Building 2F, 3-28-2 Shinjuku (Unfortunately the address (in English) is incredibly difficult to find, but luckily it is only a few doors away from the famous Tsunahachi restaurant (east of the station). Look for their whiteboard outside a non-descript building and then go to the 2nd floor), ☎ 81 3-3352-7751. Thu-Sun 11: 00-01: 00. Hidden in this tiny cube of a space is one of the coolest bars in Tokyo. A country western theme with Chet Baker and Nat King Cole pouring from the stereo. The food is cheap and superbly done (think chili nachos and the like); beer and spirits are also available. The place is tiny but attracts a great mix of young groups of friends and employees. Be warned though: some nights Marone puts on live music and cover charges are up by ¥ 4000! The older couple who run the bar are terribly friendly, but their English is minimal.
- 30 Vagabond, 1-4-20 Nishi Shinjuku (In the west of Shinjuku, in the 2nd alley behind (north of) Odakyu Halc, Shinjuku), ☎ 81 3-3348-9109. A great little pub with two floors. The first floor is a little more private while the top floor is a very cozy jazz bar with live music and a good selection of appetizers cooked right in the bar for you. Beware of taller travelers - it's a bit cramped at the bar. The cover charge and drinks are around ¥ 500-700. The pub usually closes around 11pm to 11.30pm, leaving you plenty of time to catch the last train.
Where to eat
A great way to survive in Tokyo on a low budget is to prepare lunch for the main meal. Many restaurants cater to the business lunch clientele and offer an excellent two- or three-course meal between ¥ 800-1300. Going to the same places for dinner would be up to three times more expensive.
Moderate prices
- The department stores Lumine is Mylord at the top of the south side of the JR station they both have budget dining rooms on the upper floors.
- 1 Pasutakan (新宿 ぱ す た か ん), 1 Chome-1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, 新宿 区 Shinjuku-ku (8th floor of Mylord), ☎ 81 3-3349-5859. 1200 yen. 11:00-22:30. Okonomiyaki cooked at your table
- 2 Khao San, Lumine 1. 10:00-22:00. A good place for Thai street-stall style food. It is always busy and hectic for lunch, with servers yelling to lure customers.
- 1 Pasutakan (新宿 ぱ す た か ん), 1 Chome-1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, 新宿 区 Shinjuku-ku (8th floor of Mylord), ☎ 81 3-3349-5859.
- 3 Blumare (ブ ル マ ー レ), Shinjuku 3-28-9, Shinjuku Lion Kaikan 3rd floor, ☎ 81 3-3352-6606. Lunch ¥ 1300. Pizza at will and restaurant with a pasta chain.
- 4 Sansyoku-Sansun-Bashi (三尺 三寸 箸), Nishi-shinjuku 1-1-5, Lumine One 7 floor, ☎ 81 3-5909-5123. Lunch ¥ 1800. Unlimited Japanese and Western food, including lots of vegetables.
- 5 Katsugin (か つ 銀), Shinjuku 5-10-4 (From Shinjuku Station, walk north to Yasukuni Dori and head east for 300 meters. The restaurant is located at the end of a small alley on the north side of the road), ☎ 81 3-3543-2485. ¥800-1500. A small restaurant serving almost exclusively breaded pork dishes (tonkatsu teishoku and katsudon). Menu in Japanese only.
- 6 Suzuya (す ず や), 1-23-15 Kabukichō, 2nd floor (Across the street from Seven-Eleven at the south entrance of nearby Shinjuku Station in Kabukichō), ☎ 81 3-3209-4480. ¥1000-2000. This tonkatsu restaurant is famous for its green tea tonkatsu, which is salty and hearty. It also serves other types of tonkatsu and katsudon.
- 7 Martiniburger (マ テ ィ ー ニ バ ー ガ ー), Nakazatocho 31 (From Kagurazaka, head west for 200 meters and take the main road north for 100 meters. The restaurant is located on the east side of the street), ☎ 81 3-6280-8920, @[email protected]. ¥1000-2000. Tue-Sat 11: 00-22: 00. This restaurant serves burgers and martinis. The big juicy burgers are made with high quality ground beef, which is very difficult to find anywhere in Japan. While uncommon, the burger and martini combo is surprisingly good.
Average prices
- 8 Okonomiyaki Wahaha Fugetsu (お 好 み 焼 き わ っ は っ は っ 風月), 荒 井 ビ ル, 6-15 2F, 1 Chome-6-15 Takadanobaba. Japanese okonomiyaki made in Osaka style.
- 9 Botejyu, Kabukichō 1, Subnade B1, ☎ 81 3-3348-5322. 11:00-22:30. Botejyu is an okonomiyaki restaurant that sells a variety of okonomiyaki. They also have various yaki-soba dishes. Beware, at times, this restaurant can be busy with waiting times of up to 30 minutes.
- 10 Juttoku (十 徳), 23 Bentenchō, ☎ 81 3-6205-5211. Mon-Sat 16: 00-24: 00, Sun 16: 00--04: 00. This izakaya has an excellent selection of sake.
- 11 [link not working]The Lockup, Kabukichō 1-16-3, Shinjuku Square Bldg 6-7F, ☎ 81 3-5272-7055. 17:00-05:00. An original Shinjuku venue that has since spawned several branches in other parts of Tokyo. Ha un tema ibrido carcere/dungeon/film horror: i clienti sono condotti a tavoli all'interno di celle di pietra da cameriere in divisa di polizia in minigonna di plastica, dove sono "rinchiusi" e hanno menu pieni di bevande bizzarre (il più noto di che consiste in una rastrelliera di provette riempite con sciroppi aromatizzati, una fiaschetta piena di alcol e un becher per mescolare tutto dentro) e cibo relativamente normale. Due volte ogni notte, viene organizzato un "jailbreak" in cui le luci si spengono e i teppisti in costume spaventano gli avventori casuali.
- 12 Nakajima (割烹 中島), Shinjuku 3-32-5, ☎ 81 3-3356-4534. Mon-Sat. Specializzato in piatti di sardine. Il teishoku Yanagawa è una sardina fritta con uova strapazzate su riso (ha un sapore migliore di quello che sembra).
- Shunkashutou (春花秋灯), 53° piano del Tokyo Opera City, ☎ 81 3-5353-7111. Godetevi la vista mentre cenate a base di pesce e altre specialità di Hokkaido
- 13 Yanbaru (やんばる), Shinjuku 3-23-6 (a nord dell'uscita di Kabukichō), ☎ 81 3-3353-2028. 500¥. Non c'è niente di pretenzioso in questo ristorante specializzato in cibo di Okinawa, che enfatizza carne di maiale e verdure che sono inusuali anche per i giapponesi Honshu. Raccomandare è beni imo (¥ 450), patata dolce in tempura; e hechima misoni (¥ 600), una verdura tipo melanzana servita in una miso salsa fermentata. È disponibile un menu immagine.
- España, ☎ 813-3379-1159. Nello stesso edificio, ha una buona paella.
- 14 [link not working]Bosphorus Hasan, Shinjuku 3-6-11 2F, ☎ 81 3-3354-7947. 11:30-14:30, 17:00-23:30. Autentico cibo turco.
- 15 Din Tai Fung, Sendagaya 5-24-2, Takashimaya 12F, ☎ 81 3-5361-1381. Gio-Mar 10:00-22:00. Filiale di Tokyo del famoso ristorante dim sum di Taiwan; specialità sono gli gnocchi.
- 16 Brusca, 107 Yarai-cho, Hosoya Bldg 2F (Linea Tozai, stazione Kagurazaka, uscita 1), ☎ 81 3-6457-5788. ¥800-1000 per una bruschetta. 11:30-14:30, 18:00-24:00. Ottima bruschetta italiana, pane condito con una varietà di carne, formaggio, verdure ed erbe aromatiche. Ampia selezione di birre in bottiglia e 6 birre alla spina. Secondo ristorante aperto dall'entusiasta Stefano.
- 17 Christon Cafe, Oriental Wave Bldg 8F, 5-17-13 Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-5287-2426. Un'atmosfera cool per coloro che desiderano rilassarsi su un divano in pelle circondato dall'illuminazione della cattedrale, gargoyle e una serie di decorazioni cristiane. Il cibo è molto buono ea prezzi ragionevoli per Tokyo, ma il servizio può essere lento, inutile e inaffidabile. Carica "Almeno" ¥ 300 a persona.
- 18 Nabezo (鍋ぞう), 8F Shinjuku Takano Bldg No. 2 3-30-11, ☎ 81 3-5363-4629, @[email protected]. Un ristorante Shabu Shabu con due altri rami a Shinjuku e molti altri tra cui carne, verdure e gelati illimitati. Le bevande costano extra, ma acqua e Gobo cha sono gratuiti. Se 90 minuti non sono sufficienti, è disponibile anche un'opzione di 120 minuti più costosa.
- 19 Onegiya Shinjuku ten, 3-10-5 Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-5368-5225. Ottimo ristorante giapponese tradizionale ma moderno. Un sacco di piatti da ordinare, ma è necessario come i porri.
- 20 [link not working]New Uobaka Santarou (ニュー魚バカ三太郎), B1 Hirata Building 7-11-3 Nishishinjuku Shinjuku-ku,. 17:30-23:00. Serve fresco sashimi.
- 21 Itteki Hassenya Ebisu (一滴八銭屋), Ebisu Minami 2-1-1, ☎ 81 3-3342-8889. 11:30-14:30 e 17:30-23:00. Un bar in stile Izakaya, durante l'ora di pranzo, puoi mangiare deliziosi Udon noodle. Shironiku udon e Kuroniku udon sono i menu principali.
High prices
- 22 Torafugu-Tei (とらふぐ亭), Kabukichō 2-11-7 Metro Bldg. B1F. Specializzato nel famigerato "fugu" (pesce palla), è uno dei tanti ristoranti di pesce a Kabukichō (vedi sotto). Set cene per circa yen; 5000, con fugu preparati in cinque o sei modi, appena usciti dalla cucina.
Where stay
Moderate prices
- 1 Tama Ryokan, 1-25-33 Takadanobaba, ☎ 81 3-3209-8062, fax: 81 3-3209-8068. Singola non oltre yen 4.500. C'è una sala per il relax e l'accesso a internet. Tre minuti a piedi dalla stazione di Takadanobaba.
- 2 Ten Ten Guesthouse, 西早稲田２丁目３−５, 吉岡ビル 1A, 2 Chome-3 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku-ku, ☎ 81 70-5652-8628. Il prezzo per il letto del dormitorio inizia da yen 1.200 (al giorno per 1 mese di soggiorno), e yen 1.400 (al giorno / 1 settimana di soggiorno), fino a yen 1.600 (2-6 notti). L'ostello della gioventù più economico di Tokyo. Non aspettarti troppo per il prezzo. Scarafaggi inclusi. Il gestore gestisce 6 di queste pensioni, tutti allo stesso prezzo, con lo stesso stile.
- 3 Hotel Wing International Shinjuku, 1-21-7 Kabukichō, ☎ 81 3-3200-0122, fax: 81 3-3200-8086. Singola yen 10000, doppia yen 13000 - sconti per soggiorni più lunghi. Check in: 15:00, check-out: 11:00. Situato ai margini della vita notturna di Kabukichō con bar, hostess e case di vita. Business hotel standard con dotazioni semplici. Aggiungi la colazione giornaliera a yen 800 /giorno. Varie camere singole, doppie e persino triple disponibili. A 5 minuti a piedi dalla stazione di Shinjuku, questo hotel era precedentemente noto come "Hotel Kent" e recentemente è passato al marchio Wing International. Distanza perfetta a Kabukichō per essere abbastanza lontana dai rumori della strada, ma comunque una breve passeggiata fino al Golden Gai e alla stazione di Shinjuku.
- 4 Ace Inn Shinjuku. Camere da yen; 3150, sconto a lungo termine a partire da 1 settimana. Capsule Hotel vicino alla stazione di Akebonobashi. Al nono piano c'è uno spazio comune con distributori automatici e TV, dove è possibile incontrare gli altri ospiti provenienti da tutto il mondo. La connessione Internet tramite WiFi nell'intero edificio o PC al piano terra è gratuita. Personale che parla inglese.
Average prices
- 5 [link not working]Hotel Sunlite Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-3356-0391, fax: 81 3-3356-1223. Singola a yen 8.715; doppia a yen 12,075 a notte. Gli sconti sono offerti se si fa riferimento alla loro pagina web
- 6 Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku, 2-3-1 Yoyogi, ☎ 81 3-3375-3211. I prezzi vanno da ¥ 14000 in su. Include un ristorante, un bar e una sala massaggi. Situato a soli 2 minuti a piedi dall'uscita sud della stazione di Shinju-ku. Consigliato per gli ospiti più alti. (Le migliori tariffe sono spesso disponibili nei soliti agenti di prenotazione online occidentali).
- 7 Shinjuku Prince Hotel, Kabushigi-cho 1-30-1, ☎ 81 3-3205-1111. Include ristoranti, una panetteria e un salone.
- 8 Tokyu Stay Yotsuya, 2-1 Yotsuya, ☎ 81 3-3354-0109, fax: 81 3-3354-0191. Le singole partono da yen 9.450; doppie a yen 17.850 a notte. Sono previsti lievi sconti per soggiorni prolungati. Parte della catena Tokyu Stay, questi hotel sono popolari tra i viaggiatori d'affari. I piccoli angoli cottura, le lavatrici / asciugatrici e l'accesso LAN gratuito in tutte le camere ne fanno un buon valore.
High prices
Vista notturna Club on the Park al 47° piano del Park Hyatt Tokyo
Il lato occidentale di Shinjuku ha una notevole concentrazione di hotel di lusso e splendide viste sulla città. La maggior parte degli hotel soddisfa i viaggiatori d'affari e le loro esigenze.
- 9 Hyatt Regency Tokyo, 2-7-2 Nishi-Shinjuku (vicino alla stazione di Shinjuku), ☎ 81 3-3348-1234, @[email protected]. 744 camere e suite con vista sul Monte Fuji e sul parco centrale di Shinjuku. Regency Club Lounge per colazione continentale gratuita, servizio da tè e cocktail serali. Ospita una piscina sul tetto e un centro benessere
- 10 Keio Plaza Hotel, 2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku (A meno di 10 minuti a piedi dalla stazione di Shinjuku), ☎ 81 3-3344-0111. Dispone di camere che si affacciano sull'ufficio del governo metropolitano di Shinjuku.
- 11 Park Hyatt Tokyo, 3-7-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, ☎ 81 3-5322-1234. Singole a partire da ¥ 50.000. Sovrasta il resto letteralmente e in senso figurato, questo hotel è conosciuto soprattutto per il suo ruolo di protagonista nel film Lost in Translation. Sorprendentemente intimo nel sentire, una delle caratteristiche di spicco è la piscina "Club on the Park" al 47 ° piano con vista dal pavimento al soffitto di Shinjuku durante la notte. Anche il New York Bar al 51° piano offre vedute eccezionali di notte. Il servizio e le dotazioni sono superlativi, ma le tariffe sono astronomiche anche per gli standard giapponesi.
- 12 Hilton Tokyo Hotel, 6-2 Nishi-Shinjuku (A meno di 10 minuti a piedi dalla stazione di Shinjuku, con navetta gratuita ogni 15 minuti), ☎ 81 3-3344-5111. Dispone di camere che si affacciano sull'ufficio del governo metropolitano di Shinjuku.
Affitti
- 13 Sakura House, Nishi-Shinjuku K-1 Bldg 2F, 7-2-6, ☎ 81 3-5330-5250, @[email protected]. Se prevedi di restare a Tokyo per un mese o più, potresti voler controllare questo posto.
How to keep in touch
Useful information
- [link not working]Tokyo Tourist Information Center (al 1 ° piano del Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building 1). Lun-Dom 09:30-18:00. Una buona fonte di informazioni non solo su Tokyo ma su tutto il Giappone. Questo ufficio è rivolto ai visitatori stranieri, quindi tutti i materiali sono in lingue diverse dal giapponese e tutto il personale parla inglese.
