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

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$111 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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! (3,852 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and tidy but very small."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$317 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
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! (2,627 reviews)
"Fun atmosphere with the theme infusing decor and amenities."

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
4.5 out of 5
2-2-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$571 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
NZ$571
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 10 restaurants, and 5 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,023 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful. Within Walking distance to many points of interest. Wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
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! (4,475 reviews)
"It was great for our few hours layover."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 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$254 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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! (2,401 reviews)
"Wonderful & professional staffs. Very greatful for a front desk staff (wished we got her name) that did everything she could to help when 2 family members forgot the passports during a trip to Hakone."

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
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! (2,348 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, delicious breakfast and lots of options for lockers / leaving luggage if needed."

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
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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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.

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Shinbashi

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Shinbashi. Make a stop by Karasumori Shrine or SL Square 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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Shibuya

5/5(173 area reviews)

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Yoyogi National Gymnasium and NHK Hall. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

Shibuya


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