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Tokyo Tourist Attractions: 6 Popular Places to Visit Around Shinjuku!

Tokyo Tourist Attractions: 6 Popular Places to Visit Around Shinjuku!

Last updated: 16 June 2020

Shinjuku is a town in Tokyo where you'll find many people coming and going. As such, you can encounter various Japanese cultures all in one spot! Shinjuku's points of interest, such as shopping areas and the entertainment district around Kabukicho, are key places to visit. Let's take a look at the spots you cannot miss when strolling around Shinjuku!

  1. 1
    Places to Visit in Shinjuku: Enjoy a Calm Atmosphere!
  2. 2
    Gaming in Shinjuku: Experience State-of-the-Art Entertainment!
  3. 3
    Shinjuku Points of Interest: Feel the Greenery!
  4. 4
    Shinjuku Gourmet: Buy Delicious Souvenir Foods!
  5. 5
    Shinjuku Shopping: Pick up Cosmetics and Sweets at Reasonable Prices!
  6. 6
    Shinjuku Attractions: Take in a free panoramic view!
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Places to Visit in Shinjuku: Enjoy a Calm Atmosphere!

Places to Visit in Shinjuku: Enjoy a Calm Atmosphere!

Tokyo Opera City in the Nishi-Shinjuku area is a complex with restaurants, concert halls, art galleries,and more. From the observatory restaurant on the 54th floor, you can overlook the entire city of Shinjuku. Various concerts and exhibitions are held there. Free concerts are offered each month as part of their Visual Organ Concert series. See their website for details.

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Gaming in Shinjuku: Experience State-of-the-Art Entertainment!

Gaming in Shinjuku: Experience State-of-the-Art Entertainment!

Taito Station - Shinjuku South Exit Game World Shop is a game center located near the south exit of Shinjuku Station. Here you can play popular games such as
"otoge," where you play a musical instrument in time to the music, as well as classic favorites including crane games and fighting games. After playing games, you can also try "purikura," the photo sticker machine and take home a memory of your visit!

  • Taito Station
    タイトーステーション 新宿南口ゲームワールド店
    • Address 3-35-8 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
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Shinjuku Points of Interest: Feel the Greenery!

Shinjuku Points of Interest: Feel the Greenery!

At Shinjuku Gyoen, which is a short walk from Shinjuku Station, you can see a number of elaborate gardens such as the Japanese Garden and the English Landscape Garden. In spring, it is crowded with people who come to view the cherry blossoms. Opening hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. General admission is 200 yen. In the garden, you must not bring or drink alcohol, nor use playground or sports equipment.

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Shinjuku Gourmet: Buy Delicious Souvenir Foods!

Shinjuku Gourmet: Buy Delicious Souvenir Foods!

When you shop in Shinjuku, you cannot miss Shinjuku Road, where popular fashion stores stand in line. If you buy food as a souvenir, the basement floor of the main building of "Shinjuku Isetan" is recommended. Not only Japanese sweets and tea, but also sweets made by popular pastry chefs, as well as international alcohols are available, which are Isetan's own selections. Bento and side dishes are sold, which are ideal for a quick and convenient lunch.

  • Shinjuku Metro Shokudo-gai
    Shinjuku Metro Shokudo-gai
    新宿メトロ食堂街
    • Address Shinjuku Subway Building B1F / B2F, 1-1-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0023
    • Nearest Station Shinjuku Station (JR Shonan Shinjuku Line / JR Yamanote Line / JR Chuo Main Line / JR Saikyo Line / Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line / Toei Shinjuku Line / Toei Oedo Line / Keio Line / Keio New Line / Odakyu Odawara Line)
    • Phone Number 03-3343-0674
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Shinjuku Shopping: Pick up Cosmetics and Sweets at Reasonable Prices!

Shinjuku Shopping: Pick up Cosmetics and Sweets at Reasonable Prices!

In Don Quijote - Shinjuku East Exit Shop, located at the entrance of Kabukicho, various products such as food, cosmetics, miscellaneous goods, and daily necessities are available at reasonable prices. How about taking some time to find something you like in the maze-like shop lined with products? It is also perfect for selecting easy souvenirs.

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Shinjuku Attractions: Take in a free panoramic view!

Shinjuku Attractions: Take in a free panoramic view!

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is a well-known spot and crowded with tourists from all over the world. It offers a stunning view on Tokyo from 202m above the ground, entirely for free, while even boasting a restaurant and a souvenir shop.

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  • SAMURAI MUSEUM
    • Address 2-25-6, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0021
      View Map
    • Nearest Station Shinjuku Station (JR Shonan Shinjuku Line / JR Yamanote Line / JR Chuo Main Line / JR Saikyo Line / Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line / Toei Shinjuku Line / Toei Oedo Line / Keio Line / Keio New Line / Odakyu Odawara Line)
      8 minutes on foot
    • Phone Number 03-6457-6411
  • ITAMAE SUSHI Shinjukutohobiruten
    ITAMAE SUSHI Shinjukutohobiruten
    板前寿司 新宿東宝ビル店
    Has Health & Safety Measures
    • Address Shinjuku Toho Building 1F,1-19-1, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0021
    • Nearest Station Seibu-Shinjuku Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line)
    • Phone Number 03-6273-9985

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