2026-07-18
Okubo, known internationally as Shin-Okubo or Tokyo's Korean Town, is one of the most distinctive food and shopping districts in the city — a dense strip of Korean restaurants, cosmetics stores, and cafes that draws crowds from across Tokyo.
Okubo Korean Town — Restaurants, cosmetics shops, and street food stalls packed along the main strip.
Shinjuku Gyoen — One of Tokyo's best gardens, a short walk away.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building — Free observation decks with city views.
Golden Gai — Tiny, atmospheric bars clustered in Kabukicho.
Shinjuku San-chome — A lively area for dining and nightlife.
Cheese hot dogs and samgyeopsal (Korean BBQ) are the signature dishes here, alongside a growing scene of multicultural food stalls. Shinjuku's broader dining scene, from Omoide Yokocho to department store food halls, is just a short walk away.
For a base right in the neighborhood, Plat House Okubo is within walking distance of Shin-Okubo and Okubo stations, with a full kitchen, Netflix, and Nintendo Switch. Direct booking beats OTA pricing, with free cancellation up to 7 days out.