Shinjuku Golden Gai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A narrow alley with various shops and signs, including a bicycle and crates.
A narrow alley with a Sapporo sign, a Guinness HOD sign, and various shop signs.
A narrow street with shops on either side, covered with autumn leaves.
A dimly lit bar with a neon sign, a green trash bin, and a cluttered wall with various posters and items.
A bowl of ramen with a boiled egg, pork slices, seaweed, and green onions.

Stay near popular Shinjuku Golden Gai attractions

Hanazono-jinja

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You can learn about the history of Tokyo when you stop by Hanazono-jinja. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$49
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

NZ$202
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo: Matcha Experience in Shibuya with Japanese Sweets

Tokyo: Matcha Discovery Workshop - Taste Real Thing in Shibuya

NZ$16
per adult
Tokyo: Matcha Discovery Workshop - Taste Real Thing in Shibuya
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani

NZ$87
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani
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TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower

NZ$70
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower
Picture 2 for Activity Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

NZ$87
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai
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Our guide on where to stay in Shinjuku Golden Gai

Find the best Shinjuku Golden Gai areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern skyscraper with a unique geometric design, surrounded by other tall buildings and trees.

Shinjuku

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

A bustling urban street with a prominent glass building, various commercial signs, and a crowd of people.

Shibuya

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

A modern building with a geometric facade and illuminated signage, including a prominent 'NISSAN CROSSING' sign.

Ginza

Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.

A traditional Japanese gate with red pillars and intricate carvings, surrounded by lush greenery and people.

Asakusa

Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.

A park with cherry blossoms, a lake, and modern buildings in the background.

Ueno

Travellers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.

Shinjuku Golden Gai Travel Guide

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