Enjoy nights out in Tokyo’s Shinagawa
Entertainment, superb waterside views, drinking in local areas, relaxation spots, night events and more — Shinagawa has it all. Read on to find out why visiting Shinagawa is the best way to make the most of your nights in Tokyo.
Here are three example itineraries to get your fill of nightlife in Shinagawa whether you’re with your special someone, your whole family, or on a ladies’ night out. Enjoy a diverse selection of nighttime charms.
Couples’ Edition: Memorable romantic moments
Enjoy astronomical observation at a planetarium equipped with a 360-degree projection system. Projections can only be viewed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays.
Enjoy golf with a state-of-the-art simulator. Equipment can be rented for free, so beginners need not worry!
Enjoy a nighttime view of the bay area at this teppan-yaki restaurant. Have your fill of delicious cuisine and picturesque scenery.
A brewery restaurant located along the canal. Sip on a craft beer as you gaze at the beautiful scenery of the waterfront at night.
Family Edition: Entertainment for the whole family
Try your hand at flying a plane in this flight simulator. A 15-minute flight for kids and young adults is also available.
This cinema complex is located in a hotel. Enjoy the immersive experience of an IMAX® digital theater.
Even beginners can enjoy a carefree experience at this urban fishing pond. It’s all the more exciting if you can catch one!
This deluxe public bathhouse is complete with a dining hall. After a meal, spend time relaxing in a bath with your family.
Ladies Edition: A night out to stimulate your body and soul
Enjoy sports and escape game attractions. Work up a sweat to refresh your mind and body.
A theater featuring performances of the Shiki Theatre Company production of the masterpiece CATS. Time will fly when you’re absorbed in this exciting musical.
Enjoy some tasty meat at this popular Japanese BBQ restaurant. We recommend the limited “HAMIDERU KALBI,” the Japanese black beef rib.
The highball is a popular drink for both men and women. The diverse selection of highballs at this specialized bar will make your night magical.
Active Edition: Introducing you to a range of locations where you can exercise at night without a care in the world!
Art & Culture Edition: Relax while you enjoy traditional Japanese culture and encounter diverse selections of art.
Amusement Edition: Head to an entertainment spot that’s all the more charming at night.
Breathtaking illuminations on the racecourse grounds @ Tokyo City Keiba
Gaze at Tokyo’s glittering night view in style from onboard a ship. Introducing yakatabune (Japanese houseboats) and cruises you can enjoy in Shinagawa.
Japanese houseboat cruises for foreign travelers featuring renowned waterfront sites such as the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Skytree. Passengers can even receive a commemorative photograph taken by a professional photographer.
You can see beautifully illuminated scenes on the Shinagawa waterfront that vary with the seasons. Tennoz Isle is lit up in winter by theTennoz Isle Waterfront Illuminations. Shinagawa Ward’s Illuminated Waterfront Project lights up the bridges. The Meguro River riverfront is decorated with beautiful illuminations in winter.
You can see the beautifully illuminated scenes on the Shinagawa waterfront that vary with the seasons. Tennoz Isle is lit up in winter by the Tennoz Isle Waterfront Illuminations.
The Meguro River riverfront is decorated with beautiful illuminations in winter.
Dotted with drinking districts that radiate Shinagawa’s unique atmosphere. Introducing lesser-known local areas that you’ll get hooked on and keep coming back to.
Bars and restaurants line the narrow street right at the East Exit of Oimachi Station, creating a retro atmosphere.
The River Light Building, also known as Gotanda Hills. Rows of famous shops hidden inside the buildings lining the river front.
A 1-2 min. walk from the modern buildings around the East Exit of Shinagawa Station. Try exploring these alleys that tempt you to get lost in them.
The first inn town on the Tokaido Street was in Shinagawa. Traces of bygone days remain along the former Tokaido Street (Kyu-tokaido Street).
From traditional public baths to modern spas, you’ll find the ideal place to relax your mind and body.
Let professional hands refresh your tired body!
Shinagawa at night offers many attractions for foreign travelers. Here are the top 4 must-go spots from a questionnaire on sightseeing in Shinagawa at night.
In summer 2019, we conducted a questionnaire of overseas guests at hotels in Shinagawa on night life in the city and nighttime sightseeing. The top-rated must-go spots are izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) and restaurants followed by shopping. The trend is toward interest in spots with particularly Japanese characteristics.
Here are some well-stocked shopping spots that are open till late!
Shinagawa offers an array of night events throughout the year! Enjoy glittering seasonal charms
Famous for its daytime cherry blossoms, Naka-Meguro really comes to life during the evening each March/April for the cherry blossom..
Every year a beer garden opens in Grand Cafe in Dai-ichi Hotel Tokyo Seafort just outside of Tennozu Isle Station. Nothing beats a beer in luxurious surroundings by the side of Tennoz Canal.
Illuminations are held here, which was once a flourishing red-light district, for Valentine's Day and White Day. The concept is "Nishi-koyama's Streets of Love". Tens of thousands of lights celebrate the couples who come to visit.
Here is some useful information for enjoying Shinagawa, ranging from access to sightseeing spots.
You can rent and return a bike at any docking port within 10 Tokyo wards, including Shinagawa. Handy for getting around.
Sightseeing app with AR (augmented reality) function for information about Shinagawa tourist spots, cultural heritage, film locations, etc. Text and audio guide available in English, Chinese (traditional and simplifieed) and Korean. Read More
Free Wi-Fi provided by Shinagawa Ward. Available in public facilities, major stations and parks in Shinagawa. The connected web portal and authentication screen can be displayed in English, Chinese (traditional and simplified) and Korean. Read More
When visiting a shrine/temple, spare change is vital to make a prayer offering. During festivals, many food stand vendors may not accept credit cards so having cash (Japanese yen) is essential.