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Tokyu Kabukicho Tower: Shinjuku's Entertainment Hub

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Explore Tokyo's vibrant nightlife and entertainment at this iconic Shinjuku skyscraper, featuring dining, hotels, and cultural experiences.

The Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is a 48-story skyscraper in Tokyo's Kabukicho district, offering a mix of entertainment, dining, and hotel experiences. Opened in 2023, it's designed to resemble a fountain, symbolizing the area's history and vitality.

A brief summary to Tokyu Kabukicho Tower

  • 1 Chome-29-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, 1 Chome Kabukicho, Tokyo, 160-0021, JP
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  • Monday 6 am-5 am
  • Tuesday 6 am-5 am
  • Wednesday 6 am-5 am
  • Thursday 6 am-5 am
  • Friday 6 am-5 am
  • Saturday 6 am-5 am
  • Sunday 6 am-5 am

Local tips

  • Visit on weekdays or during off-peak hours to avoid large crowds.
  • Check the official website for event schedules and special exhibitions.
  • Purchase a Pasmo or Suica card for easy payment on public transportation.
  • Utilize the baggage deposit service on the first floor, as there are no coin lockers.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Shinjuku Station, walk northeast towards Kabukicho. Head towards the neon arch marking the entrance to the district. The Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is approximately a 7-10 minute walk from the station. Look for the distinctive glass tower resembling a fountain.

  • Public Transport

    Take the Seibu Shinjuku Line to Seibu-Shinjuku Station. The tower is a 1-minute walk from the station. Alternatively, take the Toei Oedo Line to Shinjuku-Nishiguchi Station, which is about a 6-minute walk away. If arriving via the Tokyo Metro, Shinjuku-Sanchome Station is an 8-minute walk. Subway fares range from ¥180-¥330 depending on the distance. Consider purchasing a Welcome Suica or Pasmo card for easy travel on trains and buses.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available from Shinjuku Station. A taxi ride to Tokyu Kabukicho Tower typically takes only a few minutes. The estimated fare is between ¥1200 and ¥1600. Note that taxi fares in Tokyo start at ¥730 for the first 2 kilometers.

Discover more about Tokyu Kabukicho Tower

Rising 225 meters above Kabukicho, Shinjuku, the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is a multifaceted entertainment complex that has quickly become a landmark. Opened in April 2023, the tower houses a cinema, theaters, live music venues, arcades, restaurants, and hotels. The tower's design, by Yuko Nagayama & Associates, pays homage to Kabukicho's past. The area was once a wetland, and the tower's facade evokes the image of a fountain, with glass panels and ceramic dot patterns simulating water spray. The lower portion of the facade features cast aluminum with traditional Japanese wave patterns. Inside, visitors can explore a wide array of attractions. The lower floors feature live music venue Zepp Shinjuku, an entertainment food hall styled like a traditional 'yokocho' alley, and Namco Tokyo, an amusement complex. The middle floors house 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku, offering a high-end movie experience. The upper floors are home to two hotels: Hotel Groove Shinjuku and Bellustar Tokyo. The tower also incorporates art installations throughout its spaces.Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is more than just a building; it's a symbol of Kabukicho's enduring spirit and a model for future urban development.

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