In short
Shin-Okubo is a diverse area with a large international population, including many foreigners.
There are many Korean cosmetics shops and restaurants scattered around the station.
It's also within walking distance of Shinjuku, making it popular with people who attend school or work in the Shinjuku area.
The livability of Shin-Okubo
This article will introduce information about the area around Shin-Okubo Station, including available train lines and the overall livability of the area.
| Convenience | ★★★★☆ |
| access | ★★★★★ |
| Public order | ★★★★☆ |
| rent | ★★★★☆ |
| The number of restaurants | ★★★★★ |
Available routes
The Yamanote Line serves Shin-Okubo Station.
Although it only has one line, it's convenient for getting to various places in Tokyo.
Available routes
Yamanote Line
First and last trains (weekday schedule)
Yamanote Line, bound for Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Meguro: 4:40/0:57
Yamanote Line, bound for Ikebukuro, Tabata, and Ueno: 4:46/1:02
Travel time from major stations
Since Shin-Okubo Station is served by the Yamanote Line, you can easily access major stations throughout Tokyo.
For Shinjuku Station, you could also get there on foot instead of taking the train.
| Station name | Duration | Number of transfers |
| To Shinjuku Station | Approximately 3 minutes | none |
| To Shibuya Station | Approximately 9 minutes | none |
| To Ikebukuro Station | Approximately 7 minutes | none |
| To Shinagawa Station | Approximately 22 minutes | none |
| To Tokyo Station | Approximately 23 minutes | 1 time |
Last train from major stations
Trains run from major stations to Shin-Okubo Station until late at night.
Especially from bustling areas like Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro, there are trains running until around 1 AM, so you can stay out late and have fun.
| Station name | weekdays | Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays |
| Board at Shinjuku Station | 1:00 | 1:00 |
| Board at Shibuya Station | 0:52 | 0:52 |
| Board at Ikebukuro Station | 0:51 | 0:51 |
| Board at Shinagawa Station | 0:38 | 0:38 |
| Departing from Tokyo Station | 0:35 | 0:35 |
bus
You can take a Toei Bus from Shin-Okubo Station.
Using buses in addition to trains, depending on your destination, can make travel even more convenient.
Available buses: Toei Bus
To Okubo Station...approximately 4 minutes
To Ushigome-Yanagicho Station...approximately 15 minutes
To Ichigaya Station...approximately 27 minutes
National Diet Building...approximately 41 minutes
To Shimbashi Station...approximately 50 minutes
To Iidabashi Station...approximately 29 minutes
Rent market price
Shin-Okubo is located in Shinjuku Ward, but the average rent is relatively low compared to other areas in the ward.
Considering its accessibility to Shinjuku Station, this area is a great deal.
| Shin-Okubo Station Market Price 1R | Shinjuku Ward Market 1R | Cross House Share House |
| 86,000 yen | 102,500 yen | 35,600 yen |
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Supermarket information around the station
There are many supermarkets scattered around Shin-Okubo Station.
Since some stores are open 24 hours, you shouldn't have much trouble with shopping.
Quote: https://hanbai.in/conveni/tokyo/shinjukuku/10371
| Store name | Business Hours | Time from the station (on foot) |
| My Basket Shin-Okubo Station South Store | 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM | Approximately 2 minutes |
| My Basket Shin-Okubo Station Store | 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM | Approximately 1 minute |
| My Basket Okubo Store | 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM | Approximately 5 minutes |
| mini Piago Hyakunincho 1-chome Store | 24-hour operation | Approximately 3 minutes |
| Asian Food Supermarket Nikko Main Store - Asian Food Hall | 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Approximately 4 minutes |
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Restaurant information around the station
A notable feature of the area around Shin-Okubo Station is the large number of Korean restaurants scattered throughout.
This is a great point for people who like Korean food.
Of course, there are also restaurant chains other than Korean restaurants, so you won't have any trouble finding a place to eat out.
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Amusement and leisure information around the station
There are some entertainment facilities around Shin-Okubo Station, although not a large number.
If you just want to kill some time, the area around Shin-Okubo is more than enough.
Quote: https://hot-korea.net/modules/map/?lid=299
| Genre | Number of houses |
| Pachinko parlor | 2 houses |
| karaoke | 5 houses |
| Manga cafe | 4 houses |
The history of Shin-Okubo
The number of foreigners in Shin-Okubo began to increase after the Meiji era.
The area became more populated by Korean residents after Lotte's Shinjuku factory began operations.
Since the 2000s, with the rise of Korean dramas, it has become established as a tourist destination known as "Koreatown."
Even now, the downtown area is bustling with many people on weekends.
Recommended properties near Shin-Okubo
There are properties available near Shin-Okubo Station with rent starting from around 20,000 yen!
XROSS Shinjuku 1
Rent from 29,800 yen
XROSS Ikebukuro 4
Rent: 55,000 yen
