Omoide Yokocho: Shinjuku's Memory Lane
Step back in time in Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho, a nostalgic alleyway offering a taste of old Tokyo and delicious street food.
Omoide Yokocho, meaning 'Memory Lane,' is a vibrant alleyway in Shinjuku, Tokyo, reminiscent of old-world Japan. This nostalgic district emerged from the post-WWII rubble and is now home to over 80 small bars and eateries serving traditional Japanese fare.
A brief summary to Omoide Yokocho
- 1 Chome-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, 1 Chome Nishishinjuku, Tokyo, 160-0023, JP
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Most shops are cash only, so be sure to have yen on hand.
- Try the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) or motsuyaki (grilled organ meats), local favorites.
- Visit in the evening for the most lively and atmospheric experience.
Getting There
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Walking
Omoide Yokocho is located just outside the West Exit of Shinjuku Station. After exiting the ticket gates, walk towards the Odakyu AZUR kiosk and take the stairs to ground level. Walk straight for about five minutes; the alleyway will be on your right. There are no specific costs associated with this final approach.
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Public Transport
Take any train line to Shinjuku Station. From there, follow the signs to the West Exit. Once you reach the West Exit, walk towards the Odakyu AZUR kiosk and take the stairs to ground level. Walk straight for about five minutes; the alleyway will be on your right. The cost will be the train fare to Shinjuku Station, typically ranging from ¥140-¥300 depending on the distance.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Tokyu Kabukicho Tower
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SAKE Bar a tika
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Samurai Museum
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Robert Indiana Sculpture: "LOVE"
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Shinjuku Sumitomo Building
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Narukoten Shrine
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Hotel Century Southern Tower
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Tokyo Night & Light
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building South Observatory
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Kaichū Inari Shrine
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Hikage-zaka hill
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5-1 Yochōmachi
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Treasure Museum
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Yotsuya Okido Mark
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Unmissable attractions to see
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GODZILLA ROAD
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Subaru Building Shinjuku Eye
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Shinjuku Station West Exit Event Space
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SOMPO Museum of Art
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WARP SHINJUKU
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SHINJUKU NINJA LIVE SHOW
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Godzilla Head
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Public Stand Kabukicho
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ZEROTOKYO
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TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku
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Essential places to dine
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Nikutei Futago Shinjuku
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Alice in Fantasy Book
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Soushi Menya Musashi
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Kakekomi Gyoza
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Sky View Dining 星空の中へ
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Nabezo Shinjuku Sanchome Store
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Tempura Shinjuku Tsunahachi Souhonten
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Ramen Nagi - Shinjuku Golden-gai Honkan
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Shinjuku Kappo NAKAJIMA
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Oumi Genji
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Genki Taisho Wagyu 元気大将-Halal
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Nabezo Shinjuku Meiji Dori
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Ginzo
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Shinjuku SUBNADE
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Sanrio Gift Gate
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Disney Flagship Store Tokyo
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THE TOKYO MATRIX Official Store
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Flags
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Isetan Shinjuku
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AKOMEYA TOKYO NEWoMan SHINJUKU
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Meetz STORE 新宿髙島屋店
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Takashimaya
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Japan Gold Label
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BOOKOFF Shinjuku Yasukunidori Store
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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Beer Pong Bar GROVE Shinjuku
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Zoetrope
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BAR PSY
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Rock Bar Mother
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Music Fashion Bar RUN
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Bar Tokyo
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ARAKU
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SPIRITS BAR Sunface SHINJUKU
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Bar Benfiddich
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KENZO'S BAR
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Bar Asyl
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
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Reggae CLUB Garam
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Ibiza55 Lounge
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Club Tropicana Tokyo
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THE27CLUB
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STAR CLUB
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AiSOTOPE LOUNGE
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Bonobo
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Sketchy Lane
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Club PETU
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Club Camelot Night Club
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