Learn about past warriors at the Samurai Museum
Address: 5-chome-17-3, Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo.Whichever of the two you’re seeking success in, the shrine is worth a visit - you can get an omamori (fortune / good luck charm) and enjoy the evening illumination if you happen to visit after dark. Founded in the 17th century, it is dedicated to Inari, the god of fertility and success and is therefore pretty popular with local business owners and office workers. Location: The Robot Restaurant is located along KabukichoSakura-dori Street, across from the Family Mart Store - the building is hard to miss.Ī surprisingly quiet spot to reflect in the busy hub of Shinjuku, Hanazono Shrine is the unexpected shrine that appears when you need it most.Address: 1-chome-7-7, Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo.You can buy tickets online or at the kiosk by the theater, although the former offers discounts. Showcasing huge animatronic creatures alongside costumed dancers, laser-shows and loud music, it’s not so much a restaurant but definitely filled with robots. Experience it all at the The Robot RestaurantĪn assault on all of your senses, the Robot Restaurant is one of the most well-known tourist attractions in Tokyo. Whether you’re looking to explore the seedier side of the area or enjoy a day of Samurai-history, there’s plenty to choose from. Simply wandering through the streets of Kabukicho can often be entertainment enough, but there are many unmissable experiences to be had as well. It’s north-east of the main JR Station and can also be accessed from Higashi-shinjuku Station. Kabukicho is located beside three stations in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo: the JR Station, Seibu-Shinjuku Station and Shinjuku-sanchome Station. There are, as always, risks to women - especially at night, so remaining vigilant and in groups is a good idea. Male tourists can be targetted by hosts of expensive bars with hidden costs, can have drinks spiked and money taken. In some areas, like Kabukicho, there are higher risks for visitors, so it’s better to be a little more careful. While Japan has a great reputation for safety, it isn’t entirely crime-free.
Tje sleepless town windows#
Unlike other well-known red-light districts there are no women in windows and most places are covered with curtains, but there are hyper-sexualized manga characters used in advertising and paraphernalia visible, so you may not want to take children or those who would find this uncomfortable. There are shops advertising sexual services, hostess and host bars, love hotels and more. Kabukicho’s red-light reputation is more visible in the evening, but it’s not entirely hidden during the day either.
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