Things to Do in Shinjuku, Tokyo

A major commercial and entertainment hub with Shinjuku Station as a key transportation center. It features department stores like Isetan and Takashimaya, a lively nightlife scene in Kabukicho, and green spaces such as Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

  • TOMBOYBrunch
  • kindal shinjuku second hand storeBoutique
  • ATOMNightclub

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Shinjuku in Tokyo

Top things to do in Shinjuku

  • kindal shinjuku second hand store

    kindal shinjuku second hand store

    4.9 · 3.1k
    Boutique

    A second-hand store in Shinjuku, Tokyo, that buys and sells brand-name used clothing, watches, bags, and accessories.

    Every day
    12 PM – 9 PM
  • OKURA Shinjuku Station East Exit

    OKURA Shinjuku Station East Exit

    5.0 · 940
    Flea Market
    Every day
    12 PM – 9 PM
  • Disk Union Shinjuku Heavy Metal CD Record Store

    Disk Union Shinjuku Heavy Metal CD Record Store

    4.6 · 202
    Record Store

    A specialty store for hard rock and heavy metal music, offering a wide selection of new and used CDs, records, DVDs, Blu-rays, music books, apparel, and merchandise.

    Mon–Fri
    12 PM – 8 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 8 PM
  • BRING Shinjuku

    BRING Shinjuku

    4.3 · 265
    Boutique

    A shop in Shinjuku, located near Shinjuku Station, that buys and sells used brand-name clothing and accessories.

    Every day
    12 PM – 8 PM

Where to eat & drink in Shinjuku

  • TOMBOY

    TOMBOY

    4.7 · 2.1k
    Brunch· ¥1,000–2,000 per person
    Every day
    11 AM – 11 PM
  • ATOM

    ATOM

    4.9 · 7.3k
    Nightclub· ¥1–2,000
    Every day
    10 PM – 4:30 AM
  • 富久栄珈琲 FUKUEI Coffee and Chocolate 新宿 東京店(Tokyo・コーヒー・Matcha)

    富久栄珈琲 FUKUEI Coffee and Chocolate 新宿 東京店(Tokyo・コーヒー・Matcha)

    4.9 · 1.6k
    Coffee Shop· ¥1–1,000
    Every day
    11 AM – 8 PM
  • Shinjuku Whisky Salon

    Shinjuku Whisky Salon

    4.8 · 2.2k
    Cocktail Bar· ¥3,000–9,000

    A bar specializing in Japanese whisky and Scotch, offering curated flights and unique cocktails in a warm, intimate atmosphere.

    Every day
    3 PM – 2 AM
  • BAR LIVET

    BAR LIVET

    4.8 · 1.4k
    Cocktail Bar· $$

    A tiny, intimate bar known for its craft cocktails, Japanese whisky, and a peaceful atmosphere, suitable for solo drinkers and couples.

    Every day
    6 PM – 1:30 AM
  • Yona Yona Beer Works (Shinjuku East)

    Yona Yona Beer Works (Shinjuku East)

    4.4 · 3.1k
    Brewpub· ¥2,000–6,000

    A beer restaurant that offers the largest selection of draft beers from Japan's number one craft beer brewery, Yo-Ho Brewing.

    Mon–Fri
    12 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
  • Jeremiah

    Jeremiah

    4.9 · 300
    Cocktail Bar· ¥1,000–5,000

    A speakeasy bar in Shinjuku known for its crafted cocktails, mocktails, and coffee-based drinks, offering a relaxed atmosphere with Japanese aesthetic touches.

    Mon–Fri
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Cafe Aaliya

    Cafe Aaliya

    4.3 · 2.5k
    Coffee Shop· ¥1,000–2,000

    Longstanding, basement-level coffee shop renowned for creamy French toast with a choice of dips.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 8:30 PM
  • Takumi Tatsuhiro

    Takumi Tatsuhiro

    Michelin
    Sushi· $$$$

    The counter spreads like a fan, so guests surround the kitchen. Chef and apprentice serve snacks and nigiri in turn, moving in perfect harmony.

  • Momo Paradise Shinjuku Higashi-guchi

    Momo Paradise Shinjuku Higashi-guchi

    4.9 · 11.3k
    Hot Pot· ¥4,000–9,000

    A high-tier shabu-shabu and sukiyaki restaurant in Tokyo, known for its all-you-can-eat wagyu courses and fresh ingredients.

    Every day
    11:30 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10:30 PM
  • Gyopao Gyoza Shinjuku

    Gyopao Gyoza Shinjuku

    4.8 · 10.1k
    Izakaya· ¥2,000–3,000

    Steamed dumplings & sake are offered in this narrow, informal restaurant with a take-out option.

  • HALAL WAGYU RAMEN SHINJUKU-TEI Tokyo Shinjuku

    HALAL WAGYU RAMEN SHINJUKU-TEI Tokyo Shinjuku

    4.8 · 9.8k
    Halal· ¥2,000–6,000

    A ramen restaurant in Shinjuku, Tokyo, specializing in Halal-certified ramen that adheres to Muslim teachings.

    Every day
    12 PM – 9 PM

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Map of Shinjuku with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1TOMBOY
  2. 2kindal shinjuku second hand store
  3. 3ATOM
  4. 4OKURA Shinjuku Station East Exit
  5. 5富久栄珈琲 FUKUEI Coffee and Chocolate 新宿 東京店(Tokyo・コーヒー・Matcha)
  6. 6Shinjuku Whisky Salon
  7. 7BAR LIVET
  8. 8Yona Yona Beer Works (Shinjuku East)
  9. 9Jeremiah
  10. 10Cafe Aaliya

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