Shinjuku

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Shinjuku
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Shinjuku showing a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture
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This major ward of Tokyo offers a variety of opportunities, from skyline views to trendy restaurants, to its large, peaceful park.

Shinjuku is one of 23 wards operating as separate cities within Tokyo prefecture. It has an eclectic composition including historic geisha houses, a prestigious university area, up-scale residential neighbourhoods, a large gay community, high expat population, and numerous small restaurants and bars. Shinjuku is home to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building. This building has two observation decks at 663 feet (202 metres) with free admission and is open to the public from mid-morning to late night. There is also a visitor information centre on the second floor.This is the area of Tokyo with the highest concentration of skyscrapers. Among these, the eye-catching Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower houses a fashion academy and two other schools. The 50-story building is distinctive in the busy skyline for its unusual oblong shape and crisscross-patterned exterior. Shinjuku also has Tokyo’s busiest rail station with 2 million passengers daily and one of the major stops for long-distance buses. Shinjuku Gyoen is one of the best parks in Tokyo to see cherry blossoms. With over 1,000 trees blooming at varying times, the season extends from mid-March into April. Visit this 144-acre (58-hectare) park for a peaceful afternoon amid the pink blossoms in front of Shinjuku’s skyscrapers. While a hanami (cherry-blossom viewing) picnic might require someone staking out an area to place your blanket early in the day, you can easily have an impromptu lunch at less crowded times of the year. Pick up prepared foods from Takashimaya department store, just south of Shinjuku station. The park is a 10-minute walk from the Shinjuku Station and us open from mid-morning to late afternoon (except Mondays). There is a small admission fee. Shinjuku is located in southwest Tokyo. Oedo subway line stops at Tochomae station in the government building. Shunjuku station is a hub for multiple rail and subway lines.


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Top hotels in Shinjuku

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,066 reviews)
"Good hotel, nothing crazy fancy or anything. Staff was helpful and friendly. 15 minutes walk to Shinjuku station. Basic room is very small, if traveling with a partner, get a room with 2 beds, it adds so much more space."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,772 reviews)
"Excellent, will return. Only thing upsetting was the Godzilla was out of order"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier

Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier

4.5 out of 5
11-3, Kasumigaokamachi, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is €183 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
€183
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,228 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is good, not too far away from resorts and malls. Meanwhile, it is pretty quiet since it is located among three parks. The service of the hotel is good and responsive. Will definitely stay in the same hotel if back in tokyo"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku PREMIER

4 out of 5
6-12-39, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel but didn’t love the proximity to train stations when compared to other hotels we spent time in."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi Shinjuku PREMIER
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo

4.5 out of 5
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is €357 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
€357
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 10 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,551 reviews)
"This was our fourth stay at Keio Plaza, and we’ve already booked our next trip in December—that probably says it all! We love the location. It’s right by Shinjuku, so we can easily walk to shops, restaurants, and nightlife, but it’s not smack in the middle of the noise and chaos. It’s the perfect ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
2-14-5 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is €95 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€95
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,409 reviews)
"Good location. 10 minute walk from Shinjuku station to allow for easy exploring."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinjuku

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Kabukicho

Kabukicho is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Samurai Museum and Shinjuku Subnade, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tokyo.

Kabukicho
Harajuku showing signage, a city and skyline

Harajuku

5/5(2 area reviews)

Harajuku is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station or Omote-sando Station to explore sights like Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku.

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Shibuya

4.5/5(101 area reviews)

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka
Roppongi featuring signage, street scenes and night scenes

Roppongi

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers choose Roppongi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Roppongi Station or Roppongi-itchome Station and check out top sights like National Art Center, Tokyo.

Roppongi
Akihabara Electric Town which includes shopping, a city and street scenes

Chiyoda

4.5/5(178 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.

Chiyoda


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