Shinagawa (品川) is one of Tokyo's 23 city wards, and Shinagawa Station is one of the city's busiest stations. Its convenience as a transportation hub has attracted many hotels, offices, restaurants and shops. Shinagawa has been catering to travelers at least since the Edo Period (1603-1868), when it was the first stop on the main road linking Tokyo with Kyoto.
Shinagawa Station is one of the principal transportation hubs of Tokyo. The station is served by many lines, including the Yamanote Line and the Tokaido Shinkansen. Direct train connections to both Haneda Airport and Narita Airport are provided, and Haneda is just a 15 minute ride away. The station will gain even further prominence in the late 2020s when it is scheduled to become the Tokyo terminal of the new maglev train line to Nagoya.
Shinagawa Station has two exits, around which much development has taken and will continue to take place: the Takanawa Exit on the west side, and the Konan Exit on the east side. The Takanawa side has many hotels, especially of the Prince Hotel brand. There are also a number of shopping malls, including the Shinagawa Prince Hotel complex, which includes cinemas, bowling and the Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa, an aquarium with a variety of sea creatures.
The area around the Konan Exit features many large office buildings and company headquarters. The buildings have been designed to meet all the needs of the workers; dining and shopping is available on the first few floors of each building, and a large garden space has been built to give the area a pleasant atmosphere.
Shinagawa developed into an important town in the early 1600s after the construction of the Tokaido, the principal route connecting Edo (modern day Tokyo) and Kyoto. Shinagawa was the first of 53 post towns along the way after departing from Nihonbashi. Post towns provided food and lodgings for travelers, much like the hotels of Shinagawa do nowadays.
Eventually Tokyo expanded and absorbed Shinagawa. The rustic feel of a post town was replaced with the familiar trappings of a modern Japanese city. However, the former Tokaido road south of the station has retained a certain charm with a few minor shrines, temples and sites of interest. A small information center is located along the road near the Ebara Shrine.
Getting there and around
Shinagawa is a major station on the JR Yamanote Line and the Tokaido Shinkansen, the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, JR Tokaido Main Line, JR Yokosuka Line and Keikyu Main Line.
From Tokyo Station
10 minutes and 180 yen by JR Yamanote Line or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line.
From Shinjuku Station
18 minutes and 210 yen by JR Yamanote Line.
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No Borders HostelIn the Shinagawa Ward district of Tokyo, close to Togoshi-ginza Shopping Street, No Borders Hostel features free bikes and a washing machine. Featuring a shared lounge, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 1.5 km from Meguro Fudoson Ryusen-ji Temple, 1.6 km from Yakushi-ji Tokyo Annex Temple and 1.7 km from Ohsaki New City Shopping Mall. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, kettle, and a fridge. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Anyo-in Temple, Remy Gotanda Shopping Mall and Musashi Koyama Shopping Street Palm. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 12 km from No Borders Hostel.View on Booking.com -
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Takanawa Hanakohro - in Grand Prince Hotel TakanawaTakanawa Hanakohro - in Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa is located in Tokyo, 2.3 km from Ebisu Garden Place. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room at this ryokan is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. There is free shuttle service at the property. Guests can enjoy the complimentary Japanese-style breakfast at the property. Tokyo Tower is 3.1 km from Takanawa Hanakohro - in Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa, while Roppongi Hills is 3.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 9 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Ryokan SansuisoRyokan Sansuiso is only 450 metres from JR Gotanda Train Station, on the Yamanote Line. It offers traditional Japanese accommodation with tatami (woven-straw) floors, futon beds and free Wi-Fi. The air-conditioned rooms at Sansuiso Ryokan include a TV and yukata robe. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. The Shibuya area is just a 7-minute train ride from nearby Gotanda Station. Shinjuku is a 13-minute train ride away. Tokyo Big Sight is about 20 minutes away by train, and Haneda Airport is a 35-minute ride.View on Booking.com -
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THREELocated in Tokyo, 800 metres from Shinagawa Historical Museum and less than 1 km from Raigoin Temple, THREE offers free WiFi and air conditioning. It is set less than 1 km from Kashima Shrine and provides a lift. The aparthotel has family rooms. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet, a bath or shower and slippers, while the kitchen features a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware. At the aparthotel, all units are soundproof. At the aparthotel, all units have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Seiun Inari Shrine, Raifukuji Temple and Tensosuwa Shrine. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 9 km from THREE.View on Booking.com -
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Miyako City Tokyo TakanawaMiyako City Tokyo Takanawa offers city view rooms in Tokyo and offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. There is a restaurant on site for guest's convenience. Shinagawa Station is an 8-minute walk and Tokyo Station is a 20-minute train ride away. Tokyo Tower is a 25 minute train ride away, while Ebisu Garden Place is a 30-minute bus ride away from the hotel. All air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, electric kettle and fridge. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom including free toiletries, toothbrushes and a hair dryer. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Miyako City Tokyo Takanawa featuring panini and a selection of hot meals, salads and drinks. Miyako City Tokyo Takanawa can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Guests can find a coin launderette or use laundry service at the front desk, while a drinks vending machine is fitted on site. Maxell Aqua Park is situated a 10-minute walk away. On trains, Haneda Airport is 20 minutes away, while Narita International Airport is 75 minutes from Miyako City Tokyo Takanawa.View on Booking.com -
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Tokyu Stay Takanawa Shinagawa AreaNo transfers to Haneda Airport and Narita Airport!! Conveniently located just a minute's walk away from Sengakuji Station, Tokyu Stay Takanawa Shinagawa Area offers free luggage storage during the guest's stay. There is a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. For a comfortable stay, all guest rooms are furnished with extra long beds, TV and a washing machine. A safety deposit box, desk and trouser press are included in each room. Guests can use the microwave and refrigerator provided in their rooms. The private bathroom comes with a bath or shower, toilet, a hairdryer and amenities including toothbrushes. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast on site for an additional fee. Several local dining options, bars and cafes are located just a minute's walk from this hotel. JR Shinagawa Station is a 5-minute train ride away on Keikyu Line. After a 20-minute train ride from the hotel, visitors can enjoy the sight of Tokyo Tower. Guests can take a 30-minute train ride to Odaiba-Kaihinkoen Station, a popular destination for shopping and dining. Shibuya Station is 20 minutes from Tokyu Stay Takanawa Shinagawa Area on Yamanote and Keikyu Lines.View on Booking.com -
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The Strings by InterContinental, Tokyo, an IHG HotelLocated right next to JR Shinagawa Shinkansen Station, The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo offers spacious accommodation with panoramic skyline views, personalised staff attention and a 24-hour fitness centre. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. Rooms at The Strings showcase tasteful modern design, with large windows that offer skyline views. Each room has a seating area and a flat-screen satellite TV. The adjacent JR Shinagawa Train Station offers access to Shinkansen bullet trains to Osaka. Local trains on the Yamanote Line run directly to the Shibuya and Shinjuku areas in about 20 minutes. Guests can take an Airport Limousine Bus directly from Narita International Airport, which is a 90-minute ride away. China Shadow Restaurant serves authentic Chinese dishes with 26th-floor views. The elegand Melodia offers modern Italian cuisine. Room service is also available.View on Booking.com -
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The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo, Autograph CollectionThe Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo is a 3-minute walk from JR Shinagawa Station Takanawa Exit. The hotel offers free whirlpool-bath and sauna facilities as well as free WiFi. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature large windows with views of the hotel’s beautiful Japanese Garden. Each room is equipped with a work desk, a fridge and a TV with cable channels. Guests can relax in the Prince Sakura's whirlpool or go for a swim at the seasonal outdoor pool at nearby Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa (extra charges apply to both). Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered. Ristorante Caffe Ciliegio is open for breakfast hours. Other on-site restaurants serves a selection of Japanese and Italian dishes. Hotel Prince Sakura Tower is a 5-minute walk from Maxell AQUA PARK Shinagawa and a 15-minute train ride from Tokyo Station. Big Sight Convention Centre is 11 km away, and the Roppongi area is 5.5 km away.View on Booking.com -
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Gotanda - TokyoOpen from June 2018 and located in the Shinagawa district of Tokyo, Mitsui Garden Hotel Gotanda is 2.2 km from Ebisu Garden Place and 3.9 km from Roppongi Hills. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is 3.9 km from Mori Art Museum and 4.1 km from Tokyo Tower. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath. At Mitsui Garden Hotel Gotanda every room is fitted with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of Italian dishes. Round-the-clock assistance is available at the reception. Nezu Museum is 4.2 km from the accommodation, while Hachiko Statue is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 9 km from Mitsui Garden Hotel Gotanda.View on Booking.com -
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OMO5 Tokyo Gotanda by Hoshino ResortsOMO5 Tokyo Gotanda by Hoshino Resorts has a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Tokyo. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation offers entertainment staff and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Some rooms also feature a kitchen with a microwave and a stovetop. At OMO5 Tokyo Gotanda by Hoshino Resorts, the rooms are equipped with a seating area. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an American breakfast. Popular points of interest near OMO5 Tokyo Gotanda by Hoshino Resorts include Togoshi-ginza Shopping Street, Yakushi-ji Tokyo Annex Temple and Ohsaki New City Shopping Mall. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 12 km from the hotel.View on Booking.com
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