{"id":510153,"date":"2019-06-05T13:44:47","date_gmt":"2019-06-05T04:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yokoso-shinjuku.com\/en\/?p=510153"},"modified":"2023-04-22T14:56:40","modified_gmt":"2023-04-22T05:56:40","slug":"must-visit-tourist-spot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yokoso-shinjuku.com\/en\/sightseeing-spot\/must-visit-tourist-spot\/","title":{"rendered":"Eight Must-visit Tourist Spot in Shinjuku, Tokyo"},"content":{"rendered":"

Shinjuku, the world’s No. 1 terminal station which is full of fun places, sightseeing spots and gourmet. There is also a place where you can feel the nature and enjoy the view of Tokyo in Shinjuku.<\/p>\n

Want to enjoy the charm of Shinjuku, but don’t know where should go…
\nNo problem!! Here are the 8 best spots in Shinjuku where you must-visit!<\/p>\n

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\n1. Shinjuku Gyoen<\/a><\/br>
\n2. Tokyo Metropolitan Government Observation Deck<\/a><\/br>
\n3. Hanazono Shrine<\/a><\/br>
\n4. Samurai Museum<\/a><\/br>
\n5. Shinjuku Golden Gai<\/a><\/br>
\n6. Omoide Yokocho<\/a><\/br>
\n7. Shinjuku Chuo Park<\/a><\/br>
\n8. Shinjuku Historical Museum<\/a><\/div>\n
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1. Shinjuku Gyoen<\/h2>\n

The city\u2019s oasis \u201cShinjuku Gyoen (\u65b0\u5bbf\u5fa1\u82d1)\u201d is a popular spot for many foreign tourists as well as local Japanese people who come to seek healing.
\nShinjuku Gyoen was completed in 1906, originally it built as a garden for the Imperial family. Later the gardens were opened to the public as a National Park, becoming \u201cShinjuku Imperial Gardens. With a total area of 58.3 ha, there are three distinct styles of garden, varying from French, English and Japanese styles. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Cherry blossoms of Shinjuku Gyoen<\/p><\/div>\n

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\n\u25a0 Petite Tea experience with Matcha and Japanese confectionery \u2013 \u2018Shinjuku Gyoen Tea Room\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Tokyo Metropolitan Government Observation Deck<\/h2>\n

The observation room is on the 45th floor of the Main Building No.1, which is divided into the South Observation deck and the North Observation deck. Since it is free of charge, those who have time must go and visit both decks. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Night view from Tokyo Metropolitan Government<\/p><\/div>\n

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3. Hanazono Shrine<\/h2>\n

Hanazono shrine (\u82b1\u5712\u795e\u793e) is a historical shrine that dates back to the 17th Century (1603-1868) from the Edo Period of Japan. It is considered the Guardian God of the Shinjiku area, and was once part of the Imperial Palace Gardens, hosting several Japanese Shinto Gods. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Hanazono Shrine seen from the front<\/p><\/div>
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\n\u25a0A confectionery shop which represents Shinjuku \u201cHanzono Manjyu CAFE & SHOP\u201d.<\/a><\/br>
\n\u25a0Izakaya with cheap and delicious set meals near Hanazono Shrine\u2013 \u2018Inshokushoshonaniya-Nekozen\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n

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4. Samurai Museum<\/h2>\n

As well as exhibits of Samurai swords, armor and other weapons, here you can touch the real \u201cSamurai Spirits\u201d and can also experience Samurai cosplay while staying in the Shinjuku. Ever since the museum opened (in 20th Sep. 2015), it became very popular among foreign tourists, especially from Europe and America. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Powerful Armor<\/p><\/div>\n

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5. Shinjuku Golden Gai<\/h2>\n

There is an area where small counter snack and bars are gathered in the small and narrow streets between Hanazono Shrine and Shinjuku promenade.
\nThis area is called Golden Street (\u30b4\u30fc\u30eb\u30c7\u30f3\u8857) and has been known for a long time as a place where cultural people, editors, theater related people, writers come to convene in a unique and social atmosphere. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Shinjuku Golden Gai<\/p><\/div>
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\n\u25a0Kushi-age restaurant popular among foreign tourists \u2018Dongara Gasshan\u2019<\/a><\/br>
\n\u25a0A place where beginners can also enjoy ‘Petite literary bar – Tsuki Ni Hoeru\u2019<\/a><\/br>
\n\u25a0A bar where you can drink in a friendly atmosphere \u2013 \u2018Bar Baccarat\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n

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6. Omide Yokocho<\/h2>\n

In omoide yokocho (\u601d\u3044\u51fa\u6a2a\u4e01), you can enjoy the Yakitori or Motsuyaki and also a majority of small restaurants with counters facing both sides of a narrow alley. It is also a popular spot among foreigners as a drinking town, where you can enjoy the atmosphere of Showa era. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Omide Yokocho<\/p><\/div>\n

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7. Shinjuku Chuo Park<\/h2>\n

Shinjuku Chuo Park is a lush park located behind the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. It was opened as a municipal park in 1968, in the place where it was once a Yodobashi Purification Plant. There is also a \u201cFountain square\u201d and \u201cNagara Fall\u201d in the center of the park. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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Shinjuku Chuo Park<\/p><\/div>\n

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8. Shinjuku Historical Museum<\/h2>\n

The Shinjuku Historical Museum is a modern and imaginative presentation of the history of Shinjuku ward. You can also see the garden view from the stairs, while going down to the exhibition area on basement first floor. Read more<\/a><\/p>\n

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History of Shinjuku<\/p><\/div><\/br><\/p>\n

(YOKOSO Shinjuku Editorial Department )<\/p>\n


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