How do I get to Kabukicho?

The nearest station is Shinjuku (JR), east exit. Kabukicho is in Shinjuku, Tokyo.

How much does Kabukicho cost?

Kabukicho is mid-range, marked ¥¥ on our price scale.

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Kabukicho

Name: Kabukicho
Address: Shinjuku, Tokyo, JP
Price range: ¥¥

Japan's most infamous entertainment district: a neon maze of izakayas, karaoke towers, host clubs, and cinemas. Loud, gaudy, and safe enough to wander wide-eyed.

Nearest station Shinjuku (JR), east exit

Cost ¥¥

Time needed 2 hours

Best time After dark

Insider tip

Ignore the street touts and never follow one to a bar. Stick to ground floor places you can see into. The Godzilla head and Golden Gai sit on its edges.

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Nearby

Godzilla Head Shinjuku · 1 min walk Shinjuku Shinjuku · 2 min walk Hanazono Shrine Shinjuku · 2 min walk

Walking itineraries that stop here

Evening, 4 to 5 hours Shinjuku After Dark A free skyline sunset, smoke-filled alleys, a giant Godzilla, and 200 tiny bars.

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Good to know

How do I get to Kabukicho?: The nearest station is Shinjuku (JR), east exit. Kabukicho is in Shinjuku, Tokyo.
How much does Kabukicho cost?: Kabukicho is mid-range, marked ¥¥ on our price scale.
How long do you need at Kabukicho?: Plan for 2 hours.
When is the best time to visit Kabukicho?: After dark.

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