Shinjuku Station is the world's busiest railway station with over 30 exits. Here are the characteristics and recommended destinations for the three main areas: East Exit, West Exit, and South Exit.
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Shinjuku Station handles 350 million passengers daily, making it the world's busiest station according to Guinness World Records.
With over 30 exits alone, understanding the three main directions is the first step to not getting lost.
East Exit | Vibrant Commercial Hub
01 | East Exit Front | Isetan, Kinokuniya
Isetan, Kinokuniya Bookstore, Yodobashi Camera. **The most vibrant shopping district.**
It's most convenient to walk from I GO HOTEL.
02 | Northeast Exit | Toward Kabukicho
Exiting from the Northeast Exit leads directly to Kabukicho. **The liveliest direction at night**.
During the day, you can visit Hanazono Shrine.
West Exit | High-rise Buildings and Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
03 | West Exit Front | Keio, Odakyu Department Store
Across from Keio Department Store, Odakyu Department Store, and Yodobashi Camera.
Commercial + Bus Terminal (Airport bus to Narita Airport).
04 | West Exit High-Rise Area | Metropolitan Government Building, Keio Plaza
A 5-10 minute walk to the concentrated area of free observation decks on the 45-55th floors of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Keio Plaza, and more.
The star of the night view.
South Exit | Fashion and Young Generation
05 | South Exit Frontage | NEWoMan Shopping Mall
Shopping destination for young office workers and professionals. **NEWoMan and Lumine** are concentrated here.
You can relax in the rooftop garden.
06 | Shin-Minami Exit | Toward Yoyogi
Exit the South Gate and head south to connect with Yoyogi Park / Harajuku direction. **Walking to Harajuku saves you one train stop.**
About a 20-minute walk to Harajuku.
Remember three directions: **East Exit Shopping, West Exit Towers, South Exit Fashion**——easier than memorizing 30 exit numbers.
From IGO HOTEL to each exit of Shinjuku Station is within 10 minutes.
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