Shinjuku

Tokyo

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Shinjuku featuring a park as well as a couple
Shinjuku featuring a high rise building, modern architecture and city views
Shinjuku featuring skyline, night scenes and a skyscraper
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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 neighborhoods, 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 meters) with free admission and is open to the public from mid-morning to late night. There is also a visitor information center 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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Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is ¥18,100 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
¥18,100
¥21,901 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (3,767 reviews)
"Centrally located in the awesome Shinjuku district"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is ¥9,855 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
¥9,855
¥12,104 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (3,062 reviews)
Nice stay in Shinjuku
"I would stay here again, although the room felt more like a dorm room, the bed was comfortable (I didn’t like the pillow though), the location was convenient, there were lots of food options and a couple of convenience stores in the hotel and the staff was nice. Although there is a train entrance ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
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 ¥21,106 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
¥21,106
¥23,649 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,217 reviews)
"Very beautiful hotel, feels brand new. Right across from the National Stadium, adjacent to a small park and literally right next to a train station. Would stay here again !!"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
2-14-5 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is ¥14,554 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
¥14,554
¥16,009 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (1,407 reviews)
"Good location. 10 minute walk from Shinjuku station to allow for easy exploring."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
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 ¥48,600 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
¥48,600
¥61,479 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (2,548 reviews)
"Excellent in every way"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

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Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is ¥10,497 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥10,497
¥12,946 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 17 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Imperial Palace ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location out of the bustle but still very close to the station. Would definitely stay again. Great value for a family of 3"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

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Shinjuku which includes a city

Kabukicho

Kabukicho is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Samurai Museum and Shinjuku Subnade.

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Harajuku featuring street scenes, signage and a city

Harajuku

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

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Shibuya Crossing featuring a city, a square or plaza and modern architecture

Shibuya

4.5/5(563 area reviews)

Major commercial and finance hub, Shibuya boasts bustling railway stations, trendy fashion scenes in Harajuku and Omotesandō, and vibrant nightlife. Don't miss the iconic Shibuya Crossing and Hachikō statue.

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Akasaka

Akasaka

4.5/5(332 area reviews)

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4.5/5(180 area reviews)

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