The number of our guests staying in Shinjuku is increasing.
Many of them are businessmen and company executives.
Shinjuku Station is served by a direct express train service from Narita Airport, which takes approximately one hour.
Shinjuku City is also home to the largest number of foreign residents in Tokyo, with 13% of Shinjuku’s population being foreigners.
We recommend some of these places in Shinjuku where such foreigners often gather.
What One Influencer Had To Say
You never know what you’ll find hidden down alleyways in Tokyo!
This architectural wonder hidden away in a corner of Shinjuku is called Golden Gai. It’s a collection of mismatched, tumbledown bars in tiny alleys and is by far my favourite place to grab a few cocktails in Tokyo.
I wish I’d have spent more time here – there are so many unique little bars that fit anywhere between 5 and 30 punters. Where better to go for a few whisky cocktails?! #visitjapanjp #japan #tokyo #visitjapanau #goldengai
Shinjuku Golden Gai
Shinjuku Golden Gai was systematically rebuilt many times after the war. With countless restaurants in narrow alleys, it is where tourists and locals alike go to drink. First-time visitors to Shinjuku Golden Gai may be at a loss as to which bar to enter. Our recommendation is to observe the movements of the locals. Many of the people who drink and walk around the place do not stop at the bars on ground level but use the narrow stairs or special passageways to get to the bars on the second floor. Watch them and see if you can find any secrets.
If you come to Tokyo for sightseeing or business, you must visit Kabukicho. Kabukicho is reclaimed from where a river used to be, and buildings that convey Japanese culture, such as theaters, and musicals, crowd the area.
Kabukicho
Kabukicho is a place where the Kabuki-za Theater stands tall. The name “Kabukicho” was given by the then-mayor when he decided to build the Kabuki-za Theater there.
Today, Kabukicho is the largest entertainment district in the Orient.
In Kabukicho, many traditional Japanese-style pubs operate. At an izakaya, you can enjoy sake and food to go with the sake, known as “atari”. Most stores have menus written in English and allow credit cards. You can go to Kabukicho with peace of mind.
However, be wary of the touts who fill the street. Often, but not always, foreign, they will often scam visitors for unnecessary service fees, or even charge outrageous prices at a less than reputable club or bar. If you see a stranger approach you on the street, introducing a nice club, bar, or other establishment, wish him well and go on with your day. M Tokyo wishes only the best service and safety for our customers, so we hope you will consider this during your visit.
M Tokyo
