This video is a guided tour through the Shinjuku Kabukicho area of Tokyo.

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Kabukicho:
The district's name comes from late-1940s plans to build a kabuki theater, and although the theater was never built, the name stuck. At present, the 89 acres Kabukichō district has transformed from a residential area to a world-famous entertainment district housing over three thousand bars, nightclubs, love hotels, massage parlors, hostess clubs and the like. Recently, tourism from China and Korea is on the rise, and so, many tourists can be seen in Kabukichō even during daytime. The area has many movie theaters, and is located near Shinjuku Station, Seibu Shinjuku Station, and several other major railway and subway stations. One of the biggest landmarks there is the Toho Shinjuku Building which was completed in 2014, including the 12-screen Toho Cinemas Shinjuku theatre and the Hotel Gracery Shinjuku. A "life-size" replica of Godzilla, from the neck up was added to an outdoor terrace in 2015 which makes this place really memorable to see.

Shrines in Japan:
Japan is home to over 80.000 shrines, but getting an exact number would be challenging to provide as new shrines are established and some may fade into obscurity over time. Shrines hold profound cultural and spiritual significance in Japan. These sacred places, often Shinto in nature, are dedicated to various kami spirits, ancestors, and natural elements. Shrines provide a peaceful escape from Japan's bustling cities. Visitors engage in rituals such as purification with water and offering prayers for good fortune, health, and success. Beyond their religious aspects, shrines are essential cultural landmarks, embodying Japan's rich heritage and reverence for tradition.

Restaurants in Tokyo:
Japan is a country that is truly built on convenience that’s why many restaurants offer self-ordering kiosk systems where you can order your meal with the press of a button and simply present a ticket inside for the cook to prepare your meal. Same goes with beverage machines. It seems like every side street has a vending machine which makes it so convenient whenever one feels thirsty. Being in the Shinjuku/ Kabukicho area the quintessential eatery is the Izakaya which is a Japanese style pub, offering a cozy and communal atmosphere for patrons to enjoy drinks and a variety of small, flavorful dishes. These casual eateries are cherished for their extensive sake and beer selections, along with an array of delectable izakaya-style cuisine, making them popular social spots in Japan.
Shinjuku + Shinjuku train system with busiest station in the world
The Shinjuku area of Tokyo has an estimated population of over 300.000 people and a population density of 18,232 people per km2. Officially called Shinjuku City, this area is a major commercial and administrative center, housing the northern half of the busiest railway station in the world, Shinjuku Station, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, the administration center for the government of Tokyo.

Shopping In Shinjuku:
Shinjuku is famed for its skyscrapers and all the commercial advertisements that can be seen on the sides of its buildings. Many of these advertisements are done with various types of billboards which are extremely big and can be seen from very far away. As mentioned too some of these screen are very sophisticated and even give a 3D effect that make them almost feel like they are coming to life. The district caters to various tastes, from high-end shopping in department stores like Isetan to the electric nightlife with its densely packed restaurants and shopping centers which are literally crawling out of every Main Street as well as side streets surrounding this area.

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