Tokyu Kabukicho Tower
Tokyo Prefecture · Japan
Whether you’re looking to relax with a meal, explore innovative entertainment, or simply enjoy the bustling atmosphere of Kabukicho, the Tower provides a diverse and exciting experience that captures the energetic spirit of Tokyo.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:04
Welcome to the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, the newest and most striking addition to the Shinjuku skyline. Rising 48 stories and reaching a height of 225 meters, this is Japan’s 19th tallest building and a literal 'vertical city' of…
Listen in the app2Ground Floor — The Global Gateway1:37
Our exploration begins at the base of the tower, a space that bridges the gritty reality of the Kabukicho streets with the curated luxury of the skyscraper. The ground floor is a hub of logistical efficiency. …
Listen in the app32nd Floor: Kabuki Hall — Regional Flavors in Neon1:40
Ascending to the second floor, we enter the Kabuki Hall, a massive food hall that attempts to condense the entire culinary map of Japan into a single, high-energy space. There are 10 different outlets here, each themed after a…
Listen in the app43rd Floor: Namco Tokyo — The Future of Gaming1:42
The third floor is home to Namco Tokyo, which represents the 'new generation' of Japanese arcades. Unlike the smaller, grungier game centers found in Akihabara, this is a polished, corporate space that combines gaming with retail…
Listen in the app5The Entertainment Venues — ZEPP and the Matrix1:46
The lower and middle floors of the tower are dedicated to high-end entertainment venues. Below ground, you will find ZEPP Shinjuku, a massive live music hall and nightclub that hosts both local and international acts. …
Listen in the app617th Floor — The Shinjuku Observation Deck1:40
We now ascend to the 17th floor, which serves as a public terrace and observation area. While the very top of the tower is reserved for hotel guests, this level offers a stunning, free-to-access view of the Shinjuku skyline. …
Listen in the app7The Upper Floors — Luxury in the Clouds1:36
The final levels of the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower are home to two distinct hotel experiences: the Hotel Groove Shinjuku and the ultra-luxurious Bellustar Tokyo. The Hotel Groove, occupying the middle floors, is designed with a focus…
Listen in the app8Closing1:30
As we exit the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower and return to the neon-lit streets of Shinjuku, I hope you carry with you a nuanced understanding of this vertical monument. We have journeyed through a 'Cyberpunk' food hall, a 'New…
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What is Tokyu Kabukicho Tower?
Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is a place in Tokyo Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Tokyo Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 13 min 35 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.6959, 139.7006 |
| Last updated |
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