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Where to Stay in Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the biggest and most populous cities in the world, and it welcomes millions of tourists from all over the world every year.
Being composed of 23 wards, several towns, villages and cities, selecting accommodation for your first trip can be tricky. Here are the best
neighbourhoods to stay in:
Shinjuku
Known for its excellent shopping and entertainment options, Shinjuku is frequently recommended
to first-timers who are wondering where to book their accommodation in
Tokyo. Whether you are a budget traveller looking for a low-cost bed in a shared dormitory
or a couple wanting to splurge on a luxury suite, Shinjuku has lots to offer. It is home
to the busiest railway station in the world, the Shinjuku Station, which runs numerous
subway and train lines and sees over two million commuters on a daily basis. Moreover,
it has a bus terminal, called the Busta Shinjuku, which serves various bus lines that take
passengers to different parts of the country.
Transportation Access
The following are the different train lines that serve Shinjuku Station:
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JR – Yamanote Line, Chuo Main Line, Chuo Rapid Line, Chuo Sobu Line, Shonan
Shinjuku Line, Saikyo Line
Odakyu – Odawara Line
Keio – Keio Line, Keio New Line
Tokyo Metro – Marunouchi Line
Toei Subway – Toei Shinjuku Line, Toei Oedo Line
Attractions Nearby
Many of Tokyo’s most famous tourist attractions are located close to Shinjuku Station.
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Shinjuku Gyoen, a large and beautiful park that becomes crowded in spring and autumn with visitors wanting to view its magnificent
cherry blossoms and autumn foliage, is a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station’s New South Exit.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office, with observation decks that provide (free of charge) panoramic views of the metropolitan
area and Mount Fuji on clear days, is just a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station’s West Exit.
For modern architecture fans, Shinjuku’s Skyscraper District, situated west of Shinjuku Station, is a must-visit as it has an abundance
of tall, towering buildings that house shops, malls, restaurants, hotels and other facilities.
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