The Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is the go-to attraction for those who want to experience the best of the nightlife in Tokyo. This is one of the largest hotels and entertainment complexes in Japan and has 48 floors. From cinema theatre, live concert space, gaming arcade to even food hall, this place has got you covered. Apart from these experiences, the tower also comes with artworks done by 26 commissioned artists spread across the building.
While some of this is publicly displayed, you can check out the rest throughout the tower. This is your cue to explore and discover the best of this tower. This building is also one of the top 20 tallest buildings in Japan with a height of 225 metres. Apart from these attractions, you can also find the Pan Pacific Hotel located on the top of the building.
Highlights
• Explore the building and check out the different types of artworks installed in the buildings.
• Visit Kabuki Hall and try out the different types of food items from cuisines spread across Japan.
• Watch a live musical performance at the Kabuki Hall, ranging from bands to even DJ performances.
• Head to Namco Tokyo and try your luck in arcade gaming in many of the arcade gaming centres and win prizes.
• Experience what it is like to play one of the largest claw games at Namco Tokyo and win prizes.
How To Reach
By Car: The Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is 7 km from the city centre, it will take 20 min via Route number 20.
By Train/ metro: Take a train to Shinjuku station which is 500 metres away from the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower. You can reach the activity location from the train station with a 6-minute walk.
Best Time To Visit
Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year.
The best season to visit Tokyu Kabukicho Tower will be the summer season from March to June because this is the time when the climate is pleasant.
The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year.
The best time of the day to visit Tokyu Kabukicho Tower will be in the morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature.
Other Essential Information
- While choosing your food, make sure you mention any dietary preferences for a smooth time choosing your dish.
- If you are planning to watch a show at the Theater Milano-Za, make sure you book the tickets well in advance.
- It is better to book your tickets well in advance if you are planning to watch the movie at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku.
- Apart from having a meal at Kabuki hall, you can also attend live shows and performances for a fun-filled time.
- If you are planning to watch a movie at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku, make sure you opt for unlimited popcorn and soft drinks.
Eat at Kabuki Hall
This is a large hall that resembles a small alley filled with many bars and pubs. This is usually the place to unwind with a drink and also try out cheap and delicious food. Kabuki Hall has ten restaurants that you can visit to try out the popular dishes. In fact, each stall comes with food from one region of Japan and every region is unique in terms of variety. Apart from the food, this place comes alive with live music performances that are worth attending.
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Play at Namco Tokyo
Namco Tokyo is the go-to place for those who want to play arcade games. This is an amusement complex located inside a tower and is all decked with neon lights. This arcade gaming centre also comes with claw machines of all sizes where you can play to win prizes. One of the claw machine games is also the largest of its kind. Some of the prizes worth winning here include stuffed animals and figurines too.
Watch a movie at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku
109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku is a brand new movie theatre located in Tokyo Kabukicho Tower. This theatre comes with 8 screens and 752 seats with maximum reclining facility too. It’s interesting to know that the sound systems in the theatre were done by Ryuichi Sakamoto- a famous Japanese composer. This theatre screens both domestic and international movies with subtitles. Some of the best experiences here also include getting unlimited popcorn and soft drinks, so do check out this place.
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