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Shinjuku Central Park
Shinjuku Central Park · 新宿中央公園
For shaded and waterside paths among Shinjuku's tall buildings, stop at Shinjuku Central Park. It also makes a relaxed walk and rest stop after the government building observatory.
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Visitor information
Address
〒160-0023 東京都新宿区西新宿2-11
2-11 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
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Walking in the park is free. Sports facilities, shop purchases, and activities have separate charges or conditions.
Opening hours
The park operates without closing days. Management office hours of 9:00 AM–5:00 PM are not the park's overall opening hours. Plan a daytime walk and follow notices about construction, events, and access restrictions.
What to see at Shinjuku Central Park
Walk the shaded and waterside paths
After exploring the government building area, follow the park paths. Pause for a break in the shade or by the water.
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How to get to Shinjuku Central Park
Leave JR Shinjuku Station through the West Exit and walk about 10 minutes. On departure day, return the same way after your walk, collect your luggage at your Shinjuku hotel, and continue to the airport.
Visit tips
Office hours are separate from park access
The management office opens 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, but these are not the opening hours for the entire park. Plan your walk during the day and follow park notices about construction, events, or restrictions.
Leave time for luggage pickup and the airport
The park is about a 10-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station's West Exit. If you walk here on departure morning, leave time to return to your hotel, collect your luggage, and travel to the airport.
Questions about Shinjuku Central Park
Are Shinjuku Central Park and Shinjuku Gyoen the same place?
They are different places. Shinjuku Central Park is west of Shinjuku and free to walk through, with separate conditions for sports facilities and other amenities. Shinjuku Gyoen is a garden with admission charges and closing days; its entrances and access routes are different.
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