Things to Do

Shinjuku Close to the station

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Beautiful gardens with seasonal nature and historical buildings.

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens

• 9 Feb 2024

  Find solace in three distinctly gorgeous gardens! The handy guide to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

  Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a beloved oasis in the heart of the city. Step inside for a sublime escape where the lush nature of Western-style gardens offer beauty every season and historic buildings greet the eyes.

• 1 Mar 2016

  Must-visit Cherry Blossoms viewing spot, Shinjuku-Gyoen (Shinjuku-ku of Tokyo).

  Shinjuku-Gyoen is one of the largest park in Tokyo and just a short walk from Shinjuku-Gyoen Station（しんじゅくぎょえんまえ） on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.

Meiji Jingu Gaien (Outer Garden)

Sporting a Variety of Athletic Facilities, its Ginkgo Avenue is Famous.

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck

Overlooking the cityscape of Tokyo from 202m high!

Shinjuku / Observatories

Omoide Yokocho

A Pub Crawl Alley Rich with Retro-Chic Vibes.

Shinjuku / Shopping Streets

• 25 Sep 2022

  19 things to do in Tokyo

  Tokyo, Japan's largest city and capital, is a melting pot of cultures and people from various regions within the country and abroad, serving as the economic and cultural heart of Japan. The city is not just at the forefront of trends and technology but also home to amazing traditional culture and amazing buildings that embody the essence of Japan, making it arguably the most diversely attractive destination in the country. Consequently, Tokyo is replete with a multitude of tourist spots, gourmet dining, shopping areas, accommodation facilities, and hosts numerous events. For those unsure of where to start their Tokyo sightseeing journey, we've carefully selected some of the best must-visit spots to help guide your travel plans.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Memory Piano

Catch your eye with its unique look! Anyone is free to play this piano located in the observation room of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.

Shinjuku / Tourist Attractions

Tokyo Toy Museum

A toy museum for kids of all ages.

Shinjuku / Museums

Tokyo Fire Museum (Tokyo Fire Department Firefighting and Disaster Prevention Reference Center)

Learn About Fire and Disaster Preventions at the Fire Museum.

Shinjuku / Museums

Shinjuku Golden Gai

A Historic Street of about 300 Bars and Pubs in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho.

Shinjuku / Shopping Streets

Lumine the Yoshimoto

Watch the live comedy in Shinjuku! The largest permanent theater in eastern Japan.

Shinjuku / Museums

NTT InterCommunication Center (ICC)

Cultural Center which shares media art and communications in a new era.

Shinjuku / Museums

Shinjuku Park Tower

A skyscraper with an iconic triangular roof top.

Shinjuku / Observatories

Omokagebashi Bridge

A nostalgic cherry blossom hotspot.

Shinjuku / Tourist Attractions

• 20 Mar 2019

  Enjoy Cherry Blossoms and Gourmet Food on a Tram This Spring in Tokyo!

  Cherry blossoms herald in spring in Japan. In Tokyo, they begin to bloom in late March. This article will introduce a sightseeing plan for Tokyo that combines cherry blossom viewing and gourmet foods in a ride on “Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line),” which takes an efficient route through great cherry blossom locations!

• 19 Mar 2018

  Tram to Enjoy Spring to the Fullest! Use the Toei Marugoto Kippu (Toei One-day Pass) to View the Cherry Blossoms♪

  In this article, I'll introduce a plan including a fashionable sundries shop and cafe you can enjoy while going around to see the cherry blossoms in several places along the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line). For this itinerary, make use of the Toei Marugoto Kippu to take unlimited rides on the Tokyo Sakura Tram.

Okubo Park

A beloved park serving as a hub for sports and culture.

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens

Hanazono Shrine

A Quiet Shrine Protecting the Bustling Streets of Shinjuku.

Shinjuku / Shrines & Temples

Kabukicho

One of Tokyo’s Top Entertainment Districts, named “The City that Never Sleeps”.

Shinjuku / Shopping Streets

Shinjuku Suehiro-tei

An Entertainment Hall to Enjoy Traditional Japanese Arts like Rakugo and Manzai

Shinjuku / Museums

Akagi Shrine

A Shrine with attractive modern architecture, and visited by many women and members of the entertainment industry.

Shinjuku / Shrines & Temples

Tokyu Kabukicho Tower

Entertainment & Hotels converge in this high-rise tower! The new landmark of Kabukicho where passions come alive.

Shinjuku / Observatories

Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery

An Art Gallery Featuring Familiar Autumn Scenery in Tokyo.

Shinjuku / Museums

Shinjuku i-LAND

Relax in the City Center Surrounded by Art, Including the Famous “LOVE” Sculpture

Shinjuku / Famous Places

Tokyo Opera City

A Complex Facility with a Concert Hall and Theater

Shinjuku / Museums

Shinjuku Central Park

A green public park tucked beneath skyscrapers.

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens