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SHINJUKU NI-CHOME GUIDE
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First-time essentials.
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VENUE PAGES
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These are examples, not rankings. Sources are shown on each venue page.Open to all
Their venue pages publish an all-welcome entry policy.
Ashiyu Cafe & Bar Donyoku
Footbath cafe and bar open to all ages and nationalities.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSVera Heights Shinjuku Gyoen 203 (ヴェラハイツ新宿御苑203), 2-7-3 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
SENSE
LGBTQ+ bar open to all genders and sexualities.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSNakae Bldg B1F, 2-4-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
BAR G-pit
LGBTQ+ bar open to everyone aged 20 or older.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSMatsuda Bldg 2F, 2-7-5 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Onnanoko Club
LGBTQ+ bar open to guests of any gender or sexuality.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSSENSHO Bldg 4F, 2-13-16 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Gay bars
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GB TOKYO
Gay bar with English-speaking staff.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSB1F, 2-12-3 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
PAWPADS
Gay bar with an English menu. Accepts cards and QR payments.
ENTRANCE ADDRESS3F, 2-12-16 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
BAR BLACKNUDE
Gay bar with a men-only entry policy on Fridays and Saturdays.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSTakamine Bldg 1F-B, 2-15-12 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Lesbian bars
Some bars have specific entry rules for men. Check the sourced conditions on each venue page.
BAR GOLD FINGER
Lesbian bar open late on Fridays and Saturdays.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSHayashi Bldg 1F (林ビル1F), 2-12-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
agit
Lesbian bar for guests aged 20 or older. Men must be accompanied by a woman.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSMatsui Bldg 1F, 2-15-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
ADEZAKURA
Lesbian bar with no cover and late weekend hours. Entry is for guests aged 20 or older.
ENTRANCE ADDRESS1F, 2-15-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
Dance & late-night venues
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AiiRO CAFE
LGBTQ+ bar with DJs and a rainbow torii. No cover.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSDai-7 Tenka Bldg 1F, 2-18-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
ArcH
LGBTQ+ nightclub with DJs, drag, and go-go shows. Entry rules vary by event.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSFutami Bldg 1F, 2-14-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
BEAST TOKYO
Late-night LGBTQ+ bar open daily and welcoming international guests.
ENTRANCE ADDRESSShinjuku Kado Bldg 3F, 2-19-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku
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- 01Check the building name
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- 02Check the floor
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- 03Then get directions
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Visitor details come from venue replies or cited official sources.Last checked: 28 Aug 2026 · You must be 20 or older to drink alcohol in Japan.