Guidebook for Shinjuku-ku

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Yan And John
Guidebook for Shinjuku-ku

Sightseeing

The ancient capital of Japan replete with old temples and shrines accessible in one hour by train from Shinjuku Station. Great sightseeing spot and only 1 hour by train, no transfer.
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The ancient capital of Japan replete with old temples and shrines accessible in one hour by train from Shinjuku Station. Great sightseeing spot and only 1 hour by train, no transfer.
In spring Shinjuku Gyoen becomes one of the best places in the city to see cherry blossoms. Calm oasis in the middle of the city.
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
11 Naitōmachi
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In spring Shinjuku Gyoen becomes one of the best places in the city to see cherry blossoms. Calm oasis in the middle of the city.
Open from 9 am to 11 pm, you can climb to the observation tower for free and see the whole city including Mt.Fuji. Best to go on a clear day. Recommended sightseeing spot ! Bring your camera !
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
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Open from 9 am to 11 pm, you can climb to the observation tower for free and see the whole city including Mt.Fuji. Best to go on a clear day. Recommended sightseeing spot ! Bring your camera !
The kids will absolutely love the fire truck, helicopter and ambulance that they can climb in. The helicopter has screens simulating a flight to those in it. Only 2 stations, 1 transfer by train
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Fire Museum (Tokyo)
3-10 四谷
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The kids will absolutely love the fire truck, helicopter and ambulance that they can climb in. The helicopter has screens simulating a flight to those in it. Only 2 stations, 1 transfer by train
If you head to Kagurazaka, make sure you stop by Zenkoku-ji Temple too. Very picturesque and worthy of a visit. Close to the market, you can visit both places at the same time.
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Zenkokuji
5-36 神楽坂
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If you head to Kagurazaka, make sure you stop by Zenkoku-ji Temple too. Very picturesque and worthy of a visit. Close to the market, you can visit both places at the same time.
Beautiful shrine in the middle of Shinjuku. Come pray for good fortune or just enjoy the atmosphere. Very lively during Tori no Ichi festivals (every 12 days in November-usually twice).Very Close By
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Hanazono Shrine
5-chōme-17-3 Shinjuku
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Beautiful shrine in the middle of Shinjuku. Come pray for good fortune or just enjoy the atmosphere. Very lively during Tori no Ichi festivals (every 12 days in November-usually twice).Very Close By
“Fantastic View!” The view from the Shinjuku Sumitomo building is well worth seeing. Take the elevator to the 51st floor! It's free. Has outstanding restaurants on levels 49 upwards. Close By !
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Shinjuku Sumitomo Building
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“Fantastic View!” The view from the Shinjuku Sumitomo building is well worth seeing. Take the elevator to the 51st floor! It's free. Has outstanding restaurants on levels 49 upwards. Close By !
There is a lot to do in Odaiba! There is a lot to see including large shopping malls, many restaurants, museums, activities, a large Gundam statue, and more. Shinjuku Stn->Tokyo Teleport Stn 24mins
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Odaiba
1-chōme-6-12 Shibadaimon
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There is a lot to do in Odaiba! There is a lot to see including large shopping malls, many restaurants, museums, activities, a large Gundam statue, and more. Shinjuku Stn->Tokyo Teleport Stn 24mins
An oasis in busy Tokyo. Beautiful gardens. Located a few meters away from the busy Shiodome business area, surrounded by buildings. Daimyo garden from the Edo period. 20 mins by train.
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Hamarikyuteien
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An oasis in busy Tokyo. Beautiful gardens. Located a few meters away from the busy Shiodome business area, surrounded by buildings. Daimyo garden from the Edo period. 20 mins by train.
World Famous Tsukiji Fish Market !!! Biggest fish market in the world ! Must see if you are in Tokyo. Delicious sushi shops and huge amount of stores ! 21 mins by train
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Tsukiji Fish Market
4 Chome-13 Tsukiji
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World Famous Tsukiji Fish Market !!! Biggest fish market in the world ! Must see if you are in Tokyo. Delicious sushi shops and huge amount of stores ! 21 mins by train
Big lively park with all types of people doing different things; dancing, reciting theater plays, playing sports, having a picnic. Nice place to relax. Next to Meiji Jingu. 5 minutes by train
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Parque Yoyogi
2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō
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Big lively park with all types of people doing different things; dancing, reciting theater plays, playing sports, having a picnic. Nice place to relax. Next to Meiji Jingu. 5 minutes by train
You Can See Mount Fuji From Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku on a clear day !
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Asahi Soft Drinks Co., Ltd. Fuji factory
4839-2 Kitayama
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You Can See Mount Fuji From Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku on a clear day !

Arts & Culture

Experience the Japanese red-light district. Most establishments tend to a Japanese clientele but there's a few good restaurants where you can go. Including the robot restaurant. Very close by !
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Kabukicho
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Experience the Japanese red-light district. Most establishments tend to a Japanese clientele but there's a few good restaurants where you can go. Including the robot restaurant. Very close by !
“Great view plus they have a Van Gogh” One of the Sunflowers by Van Gogh is there. The museum is on the 42nd floor. Great view of Tokyo with Art. Very close
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Seiji Togo Memorial Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Museum of Art
1-chōme-26-1 Nishishinjuku
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“Great view plus they have a Van Gogh” One of the Sunflowers by Van Gogh is there. The museum is on the 42nd floor. Great view of Tokyo with Art. Very close
Zen atmosphere, beautiful garden design. You will feel the beauty of nature even you are standing in the one of the busiest city in the world. Authentic atmosphere. Only a few minutes by train.
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Nezu Museum
6-chōme-5-1 Minamiaoyama
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Zen atmosphere, beautiful garden design. You will feel the beauty of nature even you are standing in the one of the busiest city in the world. Authentic atmosphere. Only a few minutes by train.

Drinks & Nightlife

Many little "Hole in the wall" bars. Very special atmosphere. Easily accessible from the apartment
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流民
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Many little "Hole in the wall" bars. Very special atmosphere. Easily accessible from the apartment

Everything Else

“Cute side of Tokyo” Brilliant and lively bohemian streets of Tokyo. Lots of nice little restaurants, cafes and the like. very charming district.
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Kagurazaka
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“Cute side of Tokyo” Brilliant and lively bohemian streets of Tokyo. Lots of nice little restaurants, cafes and the like. very charming district.
Only steps away from busy and fashion-crazy Harajuku streets you'll be surrounded by the huge trees and total calmness. Very beautiful temple. Must experience ! Only 5 minutes by train
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Meiji Jingu Homotsuden
1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō
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Only steps away from busy and fashion-crazy Harajuku streets you'll be surrounded by the huge trees and total calmness. Very beautiful temple. Must experience ! Only 5 minutes by train

Food Scene

“Great experience, tasty food and authentic atmosphere” Plenty of small counter shops selling Yakitori and other grilled foods.
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1-chōme-2-8 Nishishinjuku
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“Great experience, tasty food and authentic atmosphere” Plenty of small counter shops selling Yakitori and other grilled foods.
I know you came to Japan but if you are craving some Korean food, this is the place to go ! Very close the the house and worthy of a visit !
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I know you came to Japan but if you are craving some Korean food, this is the place to go ! Very close the the house and worthy of a visit !

Shopping

“Camera heaven!!” Then this is the place to be ! You will find everything you need : analog , digital , films , paper , printers , ink, etc. Big stores and smaller stores. Enjoy shopping electronics
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Yodobashi Camera Shinjuku West Main Store
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“Camera heaven!!” Then this is the place to be ! You will find everything you need : analog , digital , films , paper , printers , ink, etc. Big stores and smaller stores. Enjoy shopping electronics
Ultra High End Shopping ! If you want to by brand fashion clothes, and accessories, etc. This is the place to go. Interesting place to see. Only 16 mins by train.
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Ginza
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Ultra High End Shopping ! If you want to by brand fashion clothes, and accessories, etc. This is the place to go. Interesting place to see. Only 16 mins by train.
Want to shop for youth fashion clothes and accessories ? This is your spot. You can also experience the world wide Shibuya Crossing. 5 mins by train
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Shibuya
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Want to shop for youth fashion clothes and accessories ? This is your spot. You can also experience the world wide Shibuya Crossing. 5 mins by train
Feel like shopping for some high-end fashion ? This is the place to go. 5 minutes by train and then 5 minutes walk
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Feel like shopping for some high-end fashion ? This is the place to go. 5 minutes by train and then 5 minutes walk