Shinagawa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Shinagawa
Shinagawa
Shinagawa
Shinagawa
Shinagawa
Varied hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions make this waterfront Tokyo ward a good home base during a visit to the city.

The Shinagawa ward is located near the heart of Tokyo. It has one of the densest concentrations of tourist accommodations in the city, making it easy to find somewhere to stay here. Spend time exploring the streets and you will quickly find it has many attractions beyond its hotels.

Shinagawa has a long history, with written mentions of it going back to the 8th century. Its location provides both river and sea access, giving it importance as a trading post. It expanded rapidly in the 1600s and 1700s. To accommodate the area’s thriving population, land was reclaimed from Tokyo Bay. Look out across the bay and imagine how different the coastline of this hyper-modern place must have looked a few centuries ago.

Discover varied aspects of the ward. Exit the Shinagawa station to the west and you will be well placed for exploring Takanawa, a hilly, hotel-filled district that is ideal for relaxed walks. Head east from the station and make your way into Konan, a futuristic area packed with soaring corporate skyscrapers.

To understand Shinagawa’s history, head to Kyu-Tokaido Street (meaning Former Tokaido Street), where you’ll find old-fashioned shops, cafés and guesthouses.

Follow the street to the Meguro River to admire its lovely red bridges. Here, the Ebara Shrine is the site of the lively Tenno Matsuri Festival every June. The festival features boats covered with hundreds of paper lanterns floating along the river after dark.

Another interesting shrine in the ward is the Shinagawa Shrine. Climb to the top of a hill near Shinbanba station to view this 12th-century wonder.

Visit the Hara Museum of Contemporary Art while you are in Shinagawa. Set within an art deco mansion, the museum’s collections include works by artists from Andy Warhol to Maruyama Okyo.

Get to Shinagawa from anywhere in the city by taking the subway or train. The ward has multiple stops, including the main Shinagawa station, a major transportation hub.


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Our pick of the best Shinagawa Hotel Deals

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 15 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,553 reviews)
Good Hotel that's located in Shinjuku.
"Clean hotel about a 12 minute walk to Shinjuku Train Station South Exit. There is an underground safe walking route if it's raining outside. The breakfast buffet at either the 25floor or at the annex is very good and worth the price. There are 2 convenience stores and other restaurants onsite. The ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,004 reviews)
Small room
"Very tiny room - perfectly good if you’re staying for a couple of nights but I was staying for two weeks so it was cramped . Would say it’s a 2-3 star rather than 4"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is NZ$186 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,394 reviews)
"Absolutely love this hotel! We will be coming back here on our next Japan trip. It was incredibly clean, beautiful interior, the staff were excellent and so sweet, and most spoke english. They were very welcoming. We felt very safe as women traveling alone. The room had storage under the bed which ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is NZ$445 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,590 reviews)
"Our first time in Tokyo and the hotel exceeded our expectations. We are from USA and would definitely return to this hotel. It is steps away from the Shiomi Station, it has a convenience store attached to it, and several restaurants around it. Perfect place."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is NZ$274 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,039 reviews)
"Everyone was friendly, rooms clean! 10’s across the board"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
4 out of 5
3-10-8 Iidabashi, Chiyoda Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$320 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,509 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at Hotel Metropolitan Edmont. The staff/service was excellent. The property is well maintained. In a good area and conveniently located; two train stations within walking distance of the hotel. Room was compact but had everything needed for a comfortable stay. I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Shinagawa

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Ota

4.5/5(98 area reviews)

Travellers choose Ota for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamata Ikegami Line Station or Nishi-magome Station and check out top sights like Tokyo Bay.

Ota
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Minato

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Bay are top sights in Minato, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sengakuji Station or Shirokane-takanawa Station to see more sights in the area.

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Haneda

Haneda is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Tokyo Bay or Anamori Inari Shrine.

Haneda
Roppongi which includes a city, street scenes and signage

Roppongi

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Travellers choose Roppongi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Roppongi Station or Roppongi-itchome Station and check out top sights like National Art Center, Tokyo.

Roppongi
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Shinbashi

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Shinbashi. Make a stop by SL Square or Karasumori Shrine while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uchisaiwaicho Station to get around town.

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Akasaka

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka


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