ShinjukuKoenmae

ShinjukuKoenmae is a district in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, Japan. The name, which translates roughly as “in front of the park,” reflects its location beside a major green space near the center of Tokyo. The area is primarily mixed-use, with residential buildings, office towers, shops, and restaurants. Its close proximity to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden—the large, historic park that blends Japanese, English, and French garden styles—makes it a popular area for both daily life and leisure.

Geographically, Shinjuku Koenmae sits east of central Shinjuku and north of the district’s business and entertainment hubs. It is well served by Tokyo’s public transport network, with easy access to multiple rail and subway lines via nearby stations. The neighborhood is characterized by a mix of mid-rise apartment blocks, hotels, and commercial corridors, as well as government offices and local services that support residents and workers.

The district retains a relatively calm character compared to busier parts of Shinjuku, owing to the greenery of the adjacent park and the orderly street layout. It is commonly used as a residential base for people who work in the surrounding business districts, while visitors use the park and nearby cultural facilities as day-trip destinations.

See also: Shinjuku Ward; Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden; Shinjuku Station; Shinjuku-sanchome Station.