Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Top 10 Things to Do in Shinjuku by Locals 2025
Explore the top 10 things to do in Shinjuku, Tokyo — including local food spots, hidden gems, shopping areas like Uniqlo and Don Quijote, nightlife in Kabukicho and Golden Gai, peaceful escapes like Shinjuku Gyoen and Hanazono Shrine, all from a local perspective to help first-time visitors enjoy a perfect and unforgettable day in Japan’s busiest neighborhood.
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🟢 Shinjuku Southern Terrace
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🌿 Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
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🛍️ Isetan Shinjuku
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🐱 3D Cat Billboard (Cross Shinjuku Vision)
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🛒 Don Quijote Shinjuku Tonanguchi
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👕 UNIQLO & GU Shinjuku
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🍢 Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane)
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🦖 Godzilla Head / Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
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🍽️ Osakaya
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🍶 Golden Gai
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⛩️ Hanazono Shrine
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⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 Explaing Exits
02:48 Shinjuku Southern Terrace
03:47 Shinjuku Gyoen
06:43 Isetan
07:23 3D Cat Billboard
09:00 Don Quijote Shopping
09:55 Uniqlo, GU
10:55 Omoide Yokocho
12:03 Godzilla Head in Kabukicho
14:22 Lunch
18:18 Golden Gai
19:47 Hanazono Shrine
For work inquiries, contact us at inquiry@howzit-jp.com.
About Howzit Japan
We’re Howzit Japan, your local friend in Tokyo and beyond. Our mission is to share the real Japan with you—beyond the typical tourist spots, we’ll help you experience the hidden gems and authentic culture of this incredible country.
The name “Howzit” was inspired by our founder’s journey to South Africa, where the phrase is a friendly way to greet someone. Just like that greeting, we aim to create a warm and welcoming connection for every traveler.
With us, your trip to Japan will be more fun, meaningful, and unforgettable.
#Japantravel #Japaneseculture #TokyoTravel #Japanlife #RealJapan #HowzitJapan
Top 10 Things to Do in Shinjuku by Locals 2025
Explore the top 10 things to do in Shinjuku, Tokyo — including local food spots, hidden gems, shopping areas like Uniqlo and Don Quijote, nightlife in Kabukicho and Golden Gai, peaceful escapes like Shinjuku Gyoen and Hanazono Shrine, all from a local perspective to help first-time visitors enjoy a perfect and unforgettable day in Japan’s busiest neighborhood.
🌟 Want to experience it for yourself?
Book a private tour with us here:
howzit-jp.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=shinjuku_top10_withyu
📸 See more behind-the-scenes on Instagram:
👉 instagram.com/howzit_japan/?hl=en
☆Support Us to Create More Helpful & Fun Videos☆
🚅 Looking for Shinkansen or Attraction Tickets?
Book them easily on Klook — our trusted travel partner!
👉 affiliate.klook.com/redirect?aid=87353&aff_adid=1086548&k_site=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-US%2F%3Fspm%3DHome.TopNavigation.SelectLanguage%26clickId%3D4a3e3fcdf1
🟢 Shinjuku Southern Terrace
maps.app.goo.gl/mkb7K93Qa4kNWJjJ6
🌿 Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
maps.app.goo.gl/46GRcP4Jo8jLthX69
🛍️ Isetan Shinjuku
maps.app.goo.gl/c8kZwBRcexV7REd1A
🐱 3D Cat Billboard (Cross Shinjuku Vision)
maps.app.goo.gl/vWbd16jXghEMvDiq8
🛒 Don Quijote Shinjuku Tonanguchi
maps.app.goo.gl/Dx7L4aBWgvHGraPC8
👕 UNIQLO & GU Shinjuku
maps.app.goo.gl/XRBasNWgCyvtvLWv9
🍢 Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane)
maps.app.goo.gl/qeTq3HHph13rc5WB6
🦖 Godzilla Head / Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
maps.app.goo.gl/Gc7XesVvFH6zFP3v7
🍽️ Osakaya
maps.app.goo.gl/GyGWvzQX9gksFwS29
🍶 Golden Gai
maps.app.goo.gl/ewLbcLuRBj2zrrff8
⛩️ Hanazono Shrine
maps.app.goo.gl/BTGXvKHi8Pn4nXtN7
⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 Explaing Exits
02:48 Shinjuku Southern Terrace
03:47 Shinjuku Gyoen
06:43 Isetan
07:23 3D Cat Billboard
09:00 Don Quijote Shopping
09:55 Uniqlo, GU
10:55 Omoide Yokocho
12:03 Godzilla Head in Kabukicho
14:22 Lunch
18:18 Golden Gai
19:47 Hanazono Shrine
For work inquiries, contact us at inquiry@howzit-jp.com.
About Howzit Japan
We’re Howzit Japan, your local friend in Tokyo and beyond. Our mission is to share the real Japan with you—beyond the typical tourist spots, we’ll help you experience the hidden gems and authentic culture of this incredible country.
The name “Howzit” was inspired by our founder’s journey to South Africa, where the phrase is a friendly way to greet someone. Just like that greeting, we aim to create a warm and welcoming connection for every traveler.
With us, your trip to Japan will be more fun, meaningful, and unforgettable.
#Japantravel #Japaneseculture #TokyoTravel #Japanlife #RealJapan #HowzitJapan
