Guidebook for Shinjuku-ku

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Guidebook for Shinjuku-ku

Parks & Nature

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Shinjuku Gyoen Nemzeti Kert
11 Naitōmachi
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A nice public park in the middle of the central business district of Shinjuku, offering refuge from the crowded and touristy places around the area.
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Shinjuku Chuo Park
2-chōme-11 Nishishinjuku
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A nice public park in the middle of the central business district of Shinjuku, offering refuge from the crowded and touristy places around the area.
One of Tokyo's Popular parks, with events and festivals held almost every weekend especially during the summer. A great place to chill and relax in the afternoon after a day's walk
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Jojogi park
2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō
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One of Tokyo's Popular parks, with events and festivals held almost every weekend especially during the summer. A great place to chill and relax in the afternoon after a day's walk
Tokyo's Biggest Park. Great place to visit during Spring and Autumn, but beware of the large crowds, especially during cherry blossom season. Other days, especially in the early mornings, is fairly quiet.
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Uenokoen
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Tokyo's Biggest Park. Great place to visit during Spring and Autumn, but beware of the large crowds, especially during cherry blossom season. Other days, especially in the early mornings, is fairly quiet.
Great place to visit if you want to avoid the foreign crowd. Almost as big as the Ueno Park. A must-go-place during the cherry blossom season to have a more local experience on how Japanese people do hanami~
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Inokashira Park
1-chōme-18-31 Gotenyama
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Great place to visit if you want to avoid the foreign crowd. Almost as big as the Ueno Park. A must-go-place during the cherry blossom season to have a more local experience on how Japanese people do hanami~
One of Tokyo's Hidden Gems! Enjoy this peaceful quaint Japanese garden, especially during the Autumn Foliage and Spring Seasons
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Koishikawa Korakuen Kiállítóterem
1-chōme-6-6 Kōraku
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One of Tokyo's Hidden Gems! Enjoy this peaceful quaint Japanese garden, especially during the Autumn Foliage and Spring Seasons
One of Tokyo's most lovable parks, right next to the Marunouchi-Shiodome Business District
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Hibiya Park
1 Hibiyakōen
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One of Tokyo's most lovable parks, right next to the Marunouchi-Shiodome Business District

Sightseeing

Free Observatory with stunning views of the city
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Tokyo Metropoliszintű Kormányzati Épületek
2-chōme-8-1 Nishishinjuku
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Free Observatory with stunning views of the city
Scenic street that offers a variety of Japanese street food like yakitori and kushiyaki
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Omoide Yokochō
1 Chome-2 Nishishinjuku
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Scenic street that offers a variety of Japanese street food like yakitori and kushiyaki
Fashionable shopping and dining district without all the tourists.. Also known as Tokyo's French Town where all the French expats live
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Kagurazaka
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Fashionable shopping and dining district without all the tourists.. Also known as Tokyo's French Town where all the French expats live
One of Japan's Top Private Universities
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Waseda University
1 Chome-104 Totsukamachi
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One of Japan's Top Private Universities
Relaxing park without all the international tourists. Great place to visit during the Fall
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Meiji Jingu külső kertje
1-1 Kasumigaokamachi
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Relaxing park without all the international tourists. Great place to visit during the Fall
GODZILLA'S HERE!!
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SHINJUKU TOHO BLDG
1-chōme-19-1 Kabukichō
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GODZILLA'S HERE!!
chill and relax neighborhood just right next to Shinjuku with cozy cafes and nice bars
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Yotsuya
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chill and relax neighborhood just right next to Shinjuku with cozy cafes and nice bars
Swarming with cheap and affordable bars, cafes and restaurants catered to the youth.. (near to Universities)
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Takadanobaba
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Swarming with cheap and affordable bars, cafes and restaurants catered to the youth.. (near to Universities)
Shinjuku's Business District with tall skyscrapers. Swarming with people on suit during the weekdays
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Nishishinjuku
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Shinjuku's Business District with tall skyscrapers. Swarming with people on suit during the weekdays
NTT Docomo Building aka Japan's Empire State Building
docomo Shop Yoyogi
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NTT Docomo Building aka Japan's Empire State Building
Tallest Tower in Tokyo!! Not for those who are afraid of heights. Stunning views of the city during night time!
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Tokyo Skytree
1-chōme-1-2 Oshiage
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Tallest Tower in Tokyo!! Not for those who are afraid of heights. Stunning views of the city during night time!
Tokyo's Eiffel Tower. Iconic, especially with the Godzilla fans.
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Tokyo Tower
4-chōme-2-8 Shibakōen
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Tokyo's Eiffel Tower. Iconic, especially with the Godzilla fans.
Where the Emperor of Japan lives.. not really open to the public but the outside walls, bridges, gates and gardens are something to admire for both tourists and joggers alike.
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Császári Palota
1-1 Chiyoda
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Where the Emperor of Japan lives.. not really open to the public but the outside walls, bridges, gates and gardens are something to admire for both tourists and joggers alike.
BIGGEST TEMPLE in Tokyo, with both local and foreign tourists flocking the place 7 days a week. Best to go early in the morning or late in the night if you want to avoid all the crowds but enjoy the peace and quite of the place. But if you're up for a marketplace-like crowd akin to old Edo then drop by any time within the day!
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Senso-ji templom
2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa
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BIGGEST TEMPLE in Tokyo, with both local and foreign tourists flocking the place 7 days a week. Best to go early in the morning or late in the night if you want to avoid all the crowds but enjoy the peace and quite of the place. But if you're up for a marketplace-like crowd akin to old Edo then drop by any time within the day!
Tokyo's most desired neighborhood for living among Japanese people. Drop by so see what kind of things Japanese people like - from old style cafes to interesting quirky affordable stores.
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Kichijōji
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Tokyo's most desired neighborhood for living among Japanese people. Drop by so see what kind of things Japanese people like - from old style cafes to interesting quirky affordable stores.
Iconic crossing street of Tokyo. Go to Tsutaya's 2F Starbucks to get a sort-of bird's eye view of the whole scramble. TIP: You don't need to buy anything to get in ;)
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L'OCCITANE渋谷店 ブーケ・ド・プロヴァンス
2-chōme-3-1 Dōgenzaka
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Iconic crossing street of Tokyo. Go to Tsutaya's 2F Starbucks to get a sort-of bird's eye view of the whole scramble. TIP: You don't need to buy anything to get in ;)
Tokyo's 5th Ave, with all the shops and luxury brands lined up for your eyes (and credit card).
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Ginza
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Tokyo's 5th Ave, with all the shops and luxury brands lined up for your eyes (and credit card).
ANIME AND ELECTRONICS NEIGHBORHOOD!!!
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Akihabara
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ANIME AND ELECTRONICS NEIGHBORHOOD!!!
Harajuku's famous street for all that is "kawaii" and "fashionable" here in Japan.
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Takeshita Street
1-chōme-20-10 Jingūmae
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Harajuku's famous street for all that is "kawaii" and "fashionable" here in Japan.
One of Tokyo's best Night-viewing Spots!!!
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Tokyo City View és Sky Deck
6-chōme-10-1 Roppongi
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One of Tokyo's best Night-viewing Spots!!!

Drinks & Nightlife

Tokyo's Red Light District
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Kabukicho
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Tokyo's Red Light District
Tokyo's Gay Town
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2 Chome Shinjuku
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Tokyo's Gay Town
Great neighorhood of small, cozy bars that bring you back to 1950s Japan
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Shinjuku Golden Gai
1-chōme-1-6 Kabukichō
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Great neighorhood of small, cozy bars that bring you back to 1950s Japan
Chill Spanish-themed Bar just about 3 mins walk from the Station
スペインバルTAKA
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Chill Spanish-themed Bar just about 3 mins walk from the Station
Bar & Bistro which serves Japanese Wagyu Beef!
Hal Vel Bar
Bar & Bistro which serves Japanese Wagyu Beef!
Great and Cozy Bar and Restaurant right by Okubo Station.. Picasso-inspired; great hangout for all the art enthusiasts!
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PICASSO 1
1-chōme-23-21 Hyakuninchō
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Great and Cozy Bar and Restaurant right by Okubo Station.. Picasso-inspired; great hangout for all the art enthusiasts!
Shisha Bar right next to the Station
Shisha Tokyo
1-chōme-23-22 Hyakuninchō
Shisha Bar right next to the Station
British Pub "HUB", where all the foreigners and foreigner-liking Japanese people hang out and have a drink
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HUB新宿西口大ガード店
3-3 Nishishinjuku
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British Pub "HUB", where all the foreigners and foreigner-liking Japanese people hang out and have a drink

Arts & Culture

Shinto Shrine in the middle of the city
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Hanazono szentély
5-chōme-17-3 Shinjuku
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Shinto Shrine in the middle of the city
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Szamuráj Múzeum
2-chōme-25-6 Kabukichō
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One of Japan's biggest shrines.. An oasis of peace, tranquility and big trees in the middle of the city... A shrine dedicated the late Emperor Meiji
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Meiji Shrine Honden
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One of Japan's biggest shrines.. An oasis of peace, tranquility and big trees in the middle of the city... A shrine dedicated the late Emperor Meiji
A must-go-place for all those Ghibli fans, whether it's Hayao Miyazaki's work or not. Please check their website because you need to purchase a ticket AT LEAST A DAY BEFORE your intended visit.
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Mitaka Városi Képzőművészeti Múzeum
1-chōme-1-83 Shimorenjaku
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A must-go-place for all those Ghibli fans, whether it's Hayao Miyazaki's work or not. Please check their website because you need to purchase a ticket AT LEAST A DAY BEFORE your intended visit.

Food Scene

Famous Ichiran Ramen
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Ichiran Shinjuku Kabuki-cho
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Famous Ichiran Ramen
Noodles Noodles Noodles!
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Menya Musashi
7-chōme-2-6 Nishishinjuku
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Noodles Noodles Noodles!
Sushi at an affordable price!
Himawari Sushi
1-chōme-15-3 Nishishinjuku
Sushi at an affordable price!
Crab is their main specialty! (and a lot of seafood on the side)
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Kani Douraku
5-chōme-25-9 Nishishinjuku
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Crab is their main specialty! (and a lot of seafood on the side)
Restaurant that specializes on Eel
Unagi Futaba
Restaurant that specializes on Eel
Ramen place just right beside the listing!
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ラーメン大 大久保店
1-chōme-20-3 Hyakuninchō
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Ramen place just right beside the listing!
Teppanyaki with a side of japanese sake!
鉄板バーはち
Teppanyaki with a side of japanese sake!
Pepper Lunch, offering tasty Japanese-style Steak at an affordable price
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Pepper Lunch
1-chōme-1-49 Ōkubo
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Pepper Lunch, offering tasty Japanese-style Steak at an affordable price
Tenshin Hanten - great Chinese Food at an affordable price with English-speaking staff in the middle of Shinjuku's bustling business district.
天津飯店 本店
3-chōme-2-11 Nishishinjuku
Tenshin Hanten - great Chinese Food at an affordable price with English-speaking staff in the middle of Shinjuku's bustling business district.
Traditional Japanese restaurant sitting on Tatami. (Private rooms available but would need reservations beforehand)
田村屋
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Traditional Japanese restaurant sitting on Tatami. (Private rooms available but would need reservations beforehand)
Samgyeopsal Buffet with a healthy sides of various Korean dishes just right next to Okubo Station and 3mins walk from the apartment!
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Healthy KanTomoka
1-chōme-18-10 Hyakuninchō
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Samgyeopsal Buffet with a healthy sides of various Korean dishes just right next to Okubo Station and 3mins walk from the apartment!
For your weekly dose of tasty Kebabs!
Arman Kabab 2号店
7-chōme-16-10 Nishishinjuku
For your weekly dose of tasty Kebabs!
小尾羊 新大久保店
2-chōme-17-3 Hyakuninchō
Shabu-Shabu!!
Korean Chicken Wings!
コリアタッカンマリ
1-chōme-11-25 Hyakuninchō
Korean Chicken Wings!
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Seibu Shinjuku Pepe & Brick St.
1-chōme-30-1 Kabukichō
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TASTY VEGAN BURGERS!!
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AIN SOPH. ripple
2-chōme-46-8 Kabukichō
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TASTY VEGAN BURGERS!!
Korean Coffee Shop with Free WiFi
café du riche
1-chōme-17-10 Ōkubo
Korean Coffee Shop with Free WiFi
SUKIYA. Japanese Rice Bowls with Beef Toppings. Cheap, Fast, and Tasty!
Sukiya Okubohyakunincho
1-chōme-16-14 Hyakuninchō
SUKIYA. Japanese Rice Bowls with Beef Toppings. Cheap, Fast, and Tasty!
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Starbucks Shinjuku Southern Terrace
2-chōme-2-1 Yoyogi
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Cafe and Restaurant near the station with a great atmosphere for relaxing. Their fish burgers are highly recommended, if not at all necessary. In the evenings they project some videos from the restaurant to the train station wall for public viewing :)
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MK CAFE
1-chōme-21-14 Hyakuninchō
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Cafe and Restaurant near the station with a great atmosphere for relaxing. Their fish burgers are highly recommended, if not at all necessary. In the evenings they project some videos from the restaurant to the train station wall for public viewing :)
Great Yakitori and other 串揚げ (barbecue) food just right by Okubo Station!
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Kaburaya
1-chōme-23-22 Hyakuninchō
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Great Yakitori and other 串揚げ (barbecue) food just right by Okubo Station!
Unique Tunisian Restaurant right in the middle of the streets of Okubo
チュニジア 料理店 ラジュール
1-chōme-24-8 Hyakuninchō
Unique Tunisian Restaurant right in the middle of the streets of Okubo
South American Cuisine!
ワンチャコ
1-chōme-24-8 Hyakuninchō
South American Cuisine!
Japanese Curry House! (Japanese Curry tastes quite different from Indian and Southeast Asian Curry)
牛すじカレー小さなカレー家
Japanese Curry House! (Japanese Curry tastes quite different from Indian and Southeast Asian Curry)
SUSHI just 3 mins away from the apartment!
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Ko Sushi
1-chōme-36-5 Ikebukurohonchō
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SUSHI just 3 mins away from the apartment!

Shopping

One of Shinjuku's biggest Shopping Mall housing a variety of shops from luxury brands to affordable clothes
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Lumine Est Shinjuku
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One of Shinjuku's biggest Shopping Mall housing a variety of shops from luxury brands to affordable clothes
One of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
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BIC Camera Shinjuku West Store
1-chōme-5-1 Nishishinjuku
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One of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
One of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
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Yodobashi Camera Shinjuku West Main Store
1-chōme-11-1 Nishishinjuku
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One of Japan's biggest electronics department stores housing different gadgets and appliances. No need to Akihabara!
Nice open-air Shopping Mall offering nice cafes and restaurants after an afternoon stroll around the city.
Shinjuku Southern Terrace
2-chōme-2-1 Yoyogi
Nice open-air Shopping Mall offering nice cafes and restaurants after an afternoon stroll around the city.
Big Department Store offering a whole variety of things (like really a lot a lot!!) at VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. A lot of the foreigners buy their gifts and things to take home with them here in this store.
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Don Quijote Shinjuku Kabukicho
1-chōme-16-5 Kabukichō
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Big Department Store offering a whole variety of things (like really a lot a lot!!) at VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. A lot of the foreigners buy their gifts and things to take home with them here in this store.
One of Tokyo's man-made islands. Great place to drop by for some food, shops, and breath-taking views of Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge with the skyline as backdrop.
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Odaiba
1-chōme-6-12 Shibadaimon
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One of Tokyo's man-made islands. Great place to drop by for some food, shops, and breath-taking views of Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge with the skyline as backdrop.
Where all the fresh sushi comes from. Come by very early (like 5AM or earlier) to witness the infamous tuna auction!
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Tsukiji Fish Market
4 Chome-13 Tsukiji
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Where all the fresh sushi comes from. Come by very early (like 5AM or earlier) to witness the infamous tuna auction!
Ginza's latest shopping mall! Check it out to see what's up and trendy in Tokyo's luxury district. Ceiling design is by Yayoi Kusama - polka-dotted pumpkins!!
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Ginza Six
6-chōme-10-1 Ginza
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Ginza's latest shopping mall! Check it out to see what's up and trendy in Tokyo's luxury district. Ceiling design is by Yayoi Kusama - polka-dotted pumpkins!!
Shop that sells used and brand new camera lenses at a cheaper price (five floors of camera goodness!)
Map Camera Store
1-chōme-12-5 Nishishinjuku
Shop that sells used and brand new camera lenses at a cheaper price (five floors of camera goodness!)
One of Japan's biggest Department Store
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5-chōme-24-2 Sendagaya
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One of Japan's biggest Department Store

Getting Around

Another train station near the listing, which is just right next to Korean Town. If you are taking the Yamanote Line and want to avoid the big crowds in Shinjuku, this is the station to hop on!
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Shin-Okubo Station
1-chōme-7 Hyakuninchō
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Another train station near the listing, which is just right next to Korean Town. If you are taking the Yamanote Line and want to avoid the big crowds in Shinjuku, this is the station to hop on!
BUSIEST TRAIN STATION IN THE WORLD!! Be careful not to get lost in the sea of people, especially during rush hour.
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Shinjuku Station
3-chōme-38-1 Shinjuku
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BUSIEST TRAIN STATION IN THE WORLD!! Be careful not to get lost in the sea of people, especially during rush hour.
Nearest train station to the listing. If you want to avoid the crowds, this is the station to hop on!
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Ōkubo Station
1-chōme-17-1 Hyakuninchō
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Nearest train station to the listing. If you want to avoid the crowds, this is the station to hop on!
Willer Express' Shinjuku Bus Terminal (Willer Express is a Highway Bus Company that offers English support to non-Japanese speaking travelers and expats in Japan which has a wide bus network in the whole of Japan. For those who are looking for a cheaper option to go around the country instead of the JR pass, please refer to their website in English)
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Shinjuku Station
3-chōme-38-1 Shinjuku
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Willer Express' Shinjuku Bus Terminal (Willer Express is a Highway Bus Company that offers English support to non-Japanese speaking travelers and expats in Japan which has a wide bus network in the whole of Japan. For those who are looking for a cheaper option to go around the country instead of the JR pass, please refer to their website in English)
WILLER EXPRESS BUS TERMINAL - cheap way to go around Japan = Highway/Expressway Bus!
WILLERバスターミナル 新宿西口
WILLER EXPRESS BUS TERMINAL - cheap way to go around Japan = Highway/Expressway Bus!
Bus Stop for the Airport Bus Terminal
Airport Limousine
1-chōme-1 Nishishinjuku
Bus Stop for the Airport Bus Terminal
Renovated last 2012 to reflect its old architecture, Tokyo Station is one of the biggest and busiest stations in the city. For those who are riding the bullet train to other parts of Japan, this is the station to be!
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Tokyo állomás galéria
1-chōme-9-1 Marunouchi
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Renovated last 2012 to reflect its old architecture, Tokyo Station is one of the biggest and busiest stations in the city. For those who are riding the bullet train to other parts of Japan, this is the station to be!