Summary
東京の中心部にある新宿は、モダンな雰囲気と文化的な魅力を持つ活気あふれるエリア。 新宿御苑や歌舞伎町など有名観光地があり、観光客にとって必見の場所です!
今回は新宿西口にある思い出横丁で昼から1人ではしご酒! 昼から営業しているお店は多くありませんが、実は朝から営業しているお店があるんです。今回は3軒のお店を回ったのでぜひ参考にしてくださいね✨
*Please note that the information and prices listed are subject to change.
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Travel Itinerary
Omoide Yokocho, Shinjuku (新宿 思い出横丁)
Izakaya area at the west exit of Shinjuku Station
This area originated as a black market during the war.
Enjoy the retro Showa-era atmosphere while drinking.
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Spot Outline
Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho is a shopping street located in Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. Also known as Yakitori Yokocho or Shonben Yokocho, it has a history from the postwar black market to the present. It is also known as a drinking district at the west exit of Shinjuku Station, where you can enjoy the retro Showa-era atmosphere while having a drink.
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Gifuya (岐阜屋)
First stop: Affordable, Delicious, Generous! – a beloved Chinese restaurant for all.
You can just visit for dinner without drinking! It opens in the morning.
The menu ranges from snacks to meals.
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It’s good!
Stir-fried meat and vegetables: 530 yen
The fried rice (with soup) for 600 yen is also delicious!
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Spot Outline
Gifuya is a Chinese restaurant located in Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. Prices are reasonable and the restaurant is open from morning, so we recommend visiting here for a meal and also for drinking. The restaurant is loved by locals, and the generous portions are very satisfying.
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Taro (タロー)
Second stop: A spot where the staff is energetic and friendly!
The shop is small, but that is also one of the charms of Omoide Yokocho.
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Good texture
Gizzard: 300 yen
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So good!
Garlic: 400 yen
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Spot Outline
This izakaya shop called Taro is located in Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, this shop has a reputation for having lively and friendly staffs.
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Motsuyaki Ucchan (もつ焼きウッチャン)
Final stop: A popular izakaya in Omoide Yokocho!
This shop receives high praise from visitors, and indeed, it was delicious✨
The shop attracts not only group visitors but also solo, couple, and female customers!
It opens at 4:00pm.
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Plenty of green onions
Kobukuro (pork offal): 490 yen
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It’s good!
liver yakitori with green onion: 470 yen
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Spot Outline
Motsuyaki Ucchan is izakaya shop located in Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. All the dishes are delicious, in particular, the motsuyaki (grilled offal) is excellent. It is one of the most popular shops in Omoide Yokocho. Opens at 4:00pm.
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