Shinjuku Golden-Gai

Shinjuku City, Tokyo

4.3★★★★★★★★★★13.1K reviews

Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns.

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Address: Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−1−６あかるい花園五番街

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★★★★★★★★★★Gunsu Kiziltan· 4 months ago
This is a small nightlife district in Shinjuku known for its narrow alleyways and tiny bars packed closely together. It is famous for: * retro post-war atmosphere, * neon signs and lantern-lit streets, * very small themed bars, * and i…
★★★★★★★★★★Yami An· 3 months ago
Shinjuku Golden-Gai has a unique atmosphere, but it felt far more touristic than I expected. The crowds made it hard to comfortably look for somewhere to eat or stop in, and the seating fee at some bars was a bit off-putting. It’s still…
★★★★★★★★★★Marissa G. W· 10 months ago
This area has a ton of bars to choose from, and it’s definitely worth exploring if you’re looking for a fun night out. That said, most of these bars are very small—some can only fit a handful of people—so if it’s just you and one other p…