Shinjuku City(LUMINE1·2)

Name: Shinjuku City
Brand: Trip
SKU: 10558900
Rating: 4.7 (2087 reviews)

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Opening hours of Shinjuku City

Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day

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Angie_LH

5/5

Outstanding

1. Convenient Transportation: While many people say Shinjuku is too big, 😂 especially with its complex train system, it has nearly every line available, so there are plenty of options for getting to any attraction (use Google Maps to choose the route that works best for you). If you're ever lost, ask the volunteers (they can all speak English). 2. Shopping (From Shinjuku Station to Shinjuku Sanchome—it's basically a decent walk). It's a shopping paradise, whether it's Uniqlo or Muji, high-end brands like Isetan, or Chiikawa at Kiddy Land 🤣 (they have the largest selection here; the stores in Harajuku and Ginza were sold out, but here they still have some). 3. Dining: Eating at any of the restaurants is great, and I especially enjoy the small street vendors and takeout options 🍙; they're cheap and authentic (though it's best to have a little extra cash 💰 for convenience).

Shinjuku City attraction highlights

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Shinjuku City is one of Tokyo's most famous and bustling commercial districts, boasting countless shopping malls and skyscrapers, as well as renowned attractions such as Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (a cherry blossom viewing spot), the artistic Golden Street, and Kabukicho. Shinjuku, with its vibrant atmosphere, can fulfill all your expectations of Tokyo, and it has been a filming location for several movies, including *Lost in Translation*.

A typical visit to Shinjuku begins at JR Shinjuku Station, one of Japan's busiest train stations, connecting more than ten railway and subway lines. From here, the area is divided into three commercial zones: East Exit, South Exit, and West Exit. Both above and below ground, there is a dense concentration of commercial facilities, including department stores, electronics markets, 100-yen shops, discount stores, and trendy clothing stores, catering to all budgets. Add to that numerous restaurants, izakayas, and cafes, and you could easily spend a whole day there. At night, Shinjuku is ablaze with lights, exuding a captivating charm.

To the west of the station lies Shinjuku's skyscraper district, home to hotels like Keio, Hilton, and Hyatt, as well as high-rise office buildings. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, a major Shinjuku landmark, is also located there. The top floor of the building features an observation deck offering a 360-degree panoramic view of Tokyo, particularly beautiful at night. Not far north of the building is the I-Land Tower, where a "LOVE" sculpture, a scene featured in the Japanese drama "Densha Otoko" (Train Man), is worth checking out if you're interested.

A short walk northeast from JR Shinjuku Station leads to Kabukicho, a famous area in Japan. At night, the vibrant neon signs and various entertainment venues create a unique and captivating atmosphere; however, it's not recommended to visit too late.

Adjacent to Kabukicho is Shinjuku's Golden Street, lined with many retro shops and exuding an artistic vibe, perfect for browsing interesting trinkets.

For those seeking a shopping spree, department stores such as Odakyu, Keio, Isetan, and Takashimaya, all concentrated around JR Shinjuku Station, are excellent choices.

Of course, you can also spend some leisure time by heading southeast from JR Shinjuku Station to visit Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. This urban oasis is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in spring, boasts vibrant autumn foliage, and its lush greenery in summer is equally captivating—a real-life version of "The Garden of Words."

Furthermore, Waseda University, Tokyo Medical University, and other prestigious universities are also located in Shinjuku City, so you can visit these renowned institutions while shopping.