Shinjuku's Kabukichō, Tokyo

Lonely PlanetAug 3

Avoid common pitfalls and respect local customs with these insider tips for visiting Tokyo.

Red-light area with bars and restaurants.

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GinzaNeighborhoodIt is a popular upscale shopping area of Tokyo, with numerous internationally renowned department stores, boutiques,…
ShibuyaNeighborhoodA major commercial center, Shibuya houses two of the busiest railway stations in the world, Shibuya Station and…
Ueno-kōenParkPark with Benten-dō temple.
KamakuraSightHistoric temples and shrines.
NikkōHotelWorld Heritage sites.
Takao-sanTrailHiking trails.
TomigayaNeighborhoodPeace and quiet, 20 min walk from Shibuya.
YoyogiNeighborhoodPeace and quiet, 15 min walk from Shinjuku.
HarajukuNeighborhoodVibrant fashions.
AkihabaraNeighborhoodCosplayers.
Japan Travel by NavitimePlaceApp for public transit, weather, car rental, currency.
Safety TipsPlaceApp for emergency alerts and quake/typhoon info.
DeepLPlaceTranslation app.
Shinjuku's KabukichōNeighborhoodRed-light area with bars and restaurants.
Shinjuku-nichōmeNeighborhoodOne of Asia's largest LGBTQ+ districts.
Tokyo PrideFestivalAnnual LGBTQ+ festival.
ShinjukuNeighborhood

Shinjuku's Kabukichō