Unique Things to Do Near Shinjuku (Beyond the Usual Spots)
Shinjuku is where many visitors stay in Tokyo. Once you have seen the busy crossing, the skyscrapers and the neon streets, here is how to find something different nearby.
Classic Shinjuku first
If it is your first time, the classic spots are worth it: the view from a high-rise observation deck, the small bars of the old alleyways, the big park for a calm walk, and the bright streets at night.
Something different, close to Shinjuku
Explore a quieter neighbourhood
Just a few train stops or a short taxi ride west of Shinjuku, you will find local shopping streets, small cafés and live music venues — the everyday Tokyo many visitors miss.
Watch a ninja projection show
YOUR SAMURAI NINJA is about 15 minutes by taxi from Shinjuku. It is a 70-minute show that combines a live ninja performer, powerful projection mapping and LED magic. Before the show, everyone creates their own ninja on their phone — and it appears on screen to train and fight a dragon. Afterwards, kids learn ninja moves.
YOUR SAMURAI NINJA
A 70-minute ninja show for kids & families: live ninja performance inside powerful projection mapping, plus LED magic. Create your own ninja on your phone before the show — it trains and fights a dragon on the big screen.
- Length
- 70 minutes
- Show times
- 13:00 / 17:00
- Tickets
- Adult (13+) ¥5,000 / Kids (4–12) ¥3,000
approx. US$32 / US$19 / Age 3 & under free (on lap) - Access
- About 15 minutes by taxi from Shinjuku
- Language
- No Japanese needed
Try a local food tour of your own
Instead of chain restaurants, walk into a small local place for ramen, gyoza or yakitori. Pointing at a picture menu works fine.
A simple half-day plan from Shinjuku
- Lunch in Shinjuku.
- Taxi (about 15 minutes) to YOUR SAMURAI NINJA for the 13:00 show.
- Evening back in Shinjuku for the neon streets and dinner.
Prefer an evening plan? Take the 17:00 show and head back for a late dinner.
FAQ
How far is YOUR SAMURAI NINJA from Shinjuku?
About 15 minutes by taxi.
What time are the shows?
Shows start at 13:00 and 17:00.
How do I book?
Check dates and book on the website, or message us on WhatsApp.