Stay at IGO HOTEL and discover 8 worthwhile spots within a 10-minute walk. We've curated Shin-Okubo Station, shopping streets, shrines, parks, and cafes.
Table of Contents
- 8 Attractions Within a 10-Minute Walk
- 01｜JR Shin-Okubo Station (5 min)｜Gateway to Korea Town
- 02｜JR Shinjuku Station (8 min)｜Tokyo's Transportation Hub
- 03｜Hanazono Shrine (10 min)｜Intimate Shrine in the Bustling District
- 04｜Kabukicho (8 min)｜Neon Night
- 05｜Shinjuku Gyoen (12 min)｜Urban Green Space
- 06｜Okubo-dori Shopping Street (5 min)｜Daily Shopping
- 07｜Shinjuku Central Park (10 min)｜Free Green Space
- 08 | Small Park and Cafe (Random)
IGO HOTEL is located between Shin-Okubo and Shinjuku, with a **10-minute walking radius** that covers most of the finest attractions in Shinjuku Ward.
This guide highlights 8 destinations reachable within a 10-minute walk, perfect for travelers who prefer not to take the train.
8 Attractions Within a 10-Minute Walk
01｜JR Shin-Okubo Station (5 min)｜Gateway to Korea Town
Step out of IGO HOTEL and in **5 minutes to Shin-Okubo Station**, Okubo-dori is right in front of you.
Recently, I've been enjoying dining and taking walks in Korea Town.
02｜JR Shinjuku Station (8 min)｜Tokyo's Transportation Hub
In another direction, it's **8 minutes to Shinjuku Station**, where you can access the Yamanote Line, Chuo Line, and Marunouchi Line.
The transportation hub for business trips and extended stays.
03｜Hanazono Shrine (10 min)｜Intimate Shrine in the Bustling District
A small shrine on the edge of Kabukicho. **Very few tourists during the day**.
In May, one of the "Three Major Festivals of Shinjuku" takes place.
04｜Kabukicho (8 min)｜Neon Night
8-minute walk to Kabukicho entrance. **Browse bookstores and restaurants by day, neon lights by night**.
Safety Notice: Do not walk alone in secluded alleys.
05｜Shinjuku Gyoen (12 min)｜Urban Green Space
A bit farther but still walkable (**12 minutes**). 58 hectares of green space, admission ¥500.
Spring cherry blossoms, autumn maple leaves, and winter plum blossoms—every season is worth a visit.
06｜Okubo-dori Shopping Street (5 min)｜Daily Shopping
Supermarkets, convenience stores, and affordable restaurants. **Complete everyday conveniences**.
Long-term guests use it every day.
07｜Shinjuku Central Park (10 min)｜Free Green Space
Park next to the Metropolitan Government Building. **Free, open 24 hours**. Picnicking, running, relaxing.
The cherry blossom season in spring is unexpectedly beautiful.
08 | Small Park and Cafe (Random)
The alleyways feature 2-3 small parks and cozy cafés. Stumble upon them while wandering and you've struck gold.
The walk itself is the journey.
**Explore without taking the train** Around IGO HOTEL. Stay at apt-2ldk and your itinerary is just a walk away.
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