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When people come to Japan, they usually have a list of things they’d like to see and do.  It’s difficult to try to cover everything in one visit, but for visitors to Tokyo, there are a few things that people simply cannot miss.  One of these things is visiting Shinjuku, one of Tokyo’s city hubs, and home to the world’s busiest train station.  Great accommodations are available throughout the area, including Shinjuku’s serviced apartment hotels, and other great resources.

Shinjuku is one of Tokyo’s 23 wards, and is a bustling city hub with lots to see and do.  To the west of the station is the skyscraper district – full of businesses and upscale hotels, this is a prime place to stay if you have a high budget and want access to many train lines.  To the east of the station is shopping and famed red light district kabukicho, where entertainment in various forms can be found.  South of the station is shopping, restaurants, and the large yoyogi park, a beautiful oasis in the middle of Tokyo where families and friends gather for picnics, bike rides, and to enjoy a little nature.  North of the station is a large Korean district – find Korean food, products, and more from Korean culture here.

Shinjuku has a plethora of amazing restaurants and cuisines to sample.  Shinjuku sanchome, a 10 minute walk from Shinjuku station, features several blocks of tiny, delicious restaurants featuring foods as varied as turkish food, african cuisine, italian, japanese, and thai.  It would take weeks to visit each one!  The same area has a number of interesting bars – it’s up to each person to find his or her favorite theme!

Near Shinjuku sanchome is the beautiful and spacious Shinjuku Gyoen, or Shinjuku park.  This famous park is an amalgam of different architectural styles – both European and Japanese influences are seen throughout the place.  Visit in spring to see the cherry blossoms in bloom, or stop by in autumn to see the gorgeous colors of changing leaves.  Paths throughout the park take visitors through a quiet, enchanting walk that makes one forget it’s actually Tokyo.

These are just a handful of places to see in Shinjuku – each person has his or her own experience to have, and it’s well worth your visit! Be sure to spend some time in this exciting hub the next time you’re in Tokyo!

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