Shinjuku boasts an extensive variety of dining options, from high-end restaurants to casual eateries, offering everything from traditional Japanese cuisine to international dishes. Izakayas, ramen shops, and sushi bars are particularly popular.
Key attractions include the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building with its free observation decks, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Kabukicho entertainment district, Golden Gai for its unique bars, and Omoide Yokocho for its nostalgic dining alleys.
Shinjuku's nightlife is vibrant and diverse, with options ranging from bustling nightclubs and karaoke bars to more subdued jazz clubs and traditional izakayas. Kabukicho, often called the "Sleepless Town," is the center of Shinjuku's nightlife.
Shinjuku is lively throughout the year, but visiting in spring for cherry blossoms or autumn for the foliage in Shinjuku Gyoen can be particularly rewarding. Evening visits showcase the area's neon-lit vibrancy.
