Shinjuku Golden Gai Travel Guide

Tokyo

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.

Things to do

Tokyo Tower admission ticket

Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket

฿668
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket
Make Japanese Lucky Charms for Your Pets and Family in Asakusa

Make Japanese Lucky Charms for Your Pets and Family in Asakusa

฿1,168
per adult
Make Japanese Lucky Charms for Your Pets and Family in Asakusa
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter

Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter

฿3,213
per adult
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Tokyo: Fuji 5th St & Hakone Day Trip with Cable Car & Cruise

Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th St, Gotemba & Hakone by Luxury Bus

฿3,078
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th St, Gotemba & Hakone by Luxury Bus
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience

Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience

฿3,036
per adult
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience
Tokyo Asakusa: Guided Japanese Cabaret Show

Tokyo Asakusa: Japanese Cabaret Show (Taishu Engeki)

฿701
per adult
Tokyo Asakusa: Japanese Cabaret Show (Taishu Engeki)
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Top hotels in Shinjuku Golden Gai

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3

4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota Tokyo Tokyo
The price is ฿4,392 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,392
฿4,895 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12,879 reviews)
"If you stay this hotel, you must try rooftop hot spring! It will melt your stress!"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi Tokyo Tokyo
The price is ฿7,401 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿7,401
฿9,199 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is ฿6,795 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿6,795
฿8,222 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is ฿3,734 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,734
฿4,519 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 15 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (4,311 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff was friendly. We only really used the space to sleep and were otherwise out and about! It worked well for us :)"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami Tokyo Tokyo
The price is ฿2,174 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,174
฿2,631 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

3.5 out of 5
4-31-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is ฿4,271 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,271
฿4,698 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku
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Where to stay in Shinjuku Golden Gai

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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