Shinagawa Travel Guide

Tokyo

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.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Shinagawa

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 Wi-Fi, 15 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,551 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
The price is ₹15,784 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
₹15,784
₹19,099 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,011 reviews)
"We stayed here 1 night at the end of our vacation. My kids loved the bathrobes, slippers, the view (hotel occupies floors 8-30), the beds, and the modern decor. I liked the location as we hadn’t yet seen Shinjuku and loved proximity to Shinjuku Gyoen."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 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 ₹6,777 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
₹6,777
₹8,355 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,399 reviews)
"If you like being near Tokyo but far enough from the crowds, this place is great!"

Reviewed on 2 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 ₹17,443 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
₹17,443
₹21,681 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,595 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
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,736 reviews)
"Stayed there one night before my morning flight leaving from Haneda international Terminal 3. For this the hotel is perfect! It is directly connected to Terminal 3 by a walkway. So, is a dry and conveniently walk to/from the terminal with suitcases and all that. I have not tried the facilities and ..."

Reviewed on 2 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 ₹12,578 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
₹12,578
₹15,634 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,513 reviews)
"Great but a little hot from time to time"

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinagawa

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Ota

4/5(95 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(71 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.

Minato
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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(14 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(11 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.

Shinbashi
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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 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

Shinagawa Travel Guide