There are many kinds of symbolic spots in Shinjuku.
Today I would like to introduce you some free photo spots around the Shinjuku!(◍•ᴗ•◍)♡
★Spot 1 Godzilla of Shinjuku Kabukicho Godzilla Road
“Kabukicho Ichiyagai” is a famous symbol for the area, known as Kabukicho Gate, although this area can become overwhelmed and now the large Godzilla is fast becoming a another prominent spot in this area. So do not miss it!
Address: 1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★Spot 2 Shinjuku Hanazono Shrine
Founded in the 17th Centaury, the historical Hanazono shrine is the place of the guardian god of Shinjuku town.
This spot is a common area for movie coverage and is a common spot to come across foreigners.
Address: 5-17-3 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★Spot 3 I♡歌舞伎町 (I ♡ Kabukicho)
Isn’t it cute?
To compose a cute picture in this spot is a little bit of a challenge! (”◇”)
Address: 1-14 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★ Spot 4 Shinjuku Golden Gai
In the middle of Hanazono Shrine and Shinjuku promenade you can find a small alleyway, where there are small counter bars where you should try.
This area is called Golden Street “Golden Gai”, which is known as a spot where authors, play actors, writers and editors come together, gathering between tiny streets and buzzing bars. However, this place has been attracting more international attraction recently.
Address: 1-2 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★Spot 5 Cinecity Square
This area is located in Shinjuku Kabukicho, you often find Youtuber and tourists taking video recordings and photographs here.
Address: 1-19 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★Spot 6 Robot Restaurant
Here you can take a picture with a robot in front of the “Robot Restaurant”.
Address: Shinjuku Robot Bldg., 1-7-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★Spot 7 Shinjuku Yuhodo Koen – Shiki no Michi-
Shinjuku Yuhodo Koen (Promenade Park) is a small trail green trail in this busy part of town.
It is full of greenery offering pedestrians a pleasant break from the busy streets.
Address: 1-2-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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★Spot 8 Shinjuku I-Land Tower “LOVE” object
It is an object of “LOVE” at the crossing road of Nishi-Shinjuku (West-Shinjuku) where high-rise buildings are line up. It seems that the meaning of “Welcome with love” is included in this object.
It is the work of American artist Robert Indiana, and is actually set up in cities around the world.
Address: 6-5-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
