Shinjuku City in 1 Day for Friends - Meet at Myeong-dong Chibi Norimaki in Shin-Okubo (JR Yamanote line JY16)
In Collaboration with gotcha Co., Ltd.. Updated on February 14, 2026.
Meet in front of Myeong-dong Chibi Norimaki (Shin-Okubo). Visit four K-star goods shops in Shin-Okubo Koreatown with 10 minutes of shopping at each shop. Guide will help confirm official merchandise and recommend nearby restaurants/cafes. Tour finishes at Don Quijote (Shinjuku). Please arrive at the meeting point on time; contact the operator if delayed.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with gotcha Co., Ltd., inspired by the tour Tokyo: 1 hour Shinokubo K-star goods shopping. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Meet at Myeong-dong Chibi Norimaki in Shin-Okubo (JR Yamanote line JY16)
- Visit 4 K-star goods shops in Shin-Okubo Koreatown
- 10 minutes free shopping time at each shop
- Guide helps identify official merchandise
- Tour ends at Don Quijote (Shinjuku)
Itinerary
Day 1
One-hour guided shopping walk through Shin-Okubo Koreatown visiting four K-star goods shops. The timeline below shows a sample 13:00 departure; choose any confirmed start time (11:00, 13:00, 15:00, or 17:00) when booking.
Meet at Myeong-dong Chibi Norimaki (Shin-Okubo)
Gather in front of Myeong-dong Chibi Norimaki near Shin-Okubo Station (JR Yamanote line JY16). Guide checks in the group and gives a short briefing about the shops and the route.
Tips from local experts:
- Arrive 5 minutes early at the meeting spot to allow a punctual departure; the tour leaves at the appointed time.
- Bring a charged mobile phone for quick messaging with the guide if you run late.
- Carry a small bag for purchases; shops can be crowded so keep valuables secure.
K-star goods shop — Stop 1 (Shin-Okubo Koreatown)
First 10-minute shopping window at a K-star goods shop in the Shin-Okubo Koreatown area. Guide points out official merchandise and common unofficial imitations.
Tips from local experts:
- Ask the guide to help confirm items marked as ‘official’ if you want authentic merchandise.
- Have an idea of what you want (photo cards, posters, albums) to use the 10-minute window efficiently.
- If paying by card, check the terminal before lining up; some small shops prefer cash.
K-star goods shop — Stop 2 (Shin-Okubo Koreatown)
Second 10-minute shopping window at a different K-star goods shop nearby. Guide will recommend items and nearby cafés if you want to return later.
Tips from local experts:
- Keep receipts in case you want to compare or return items later; ask the shop for an itemized receipt.
- If shopping for group gifts, buy multiples at the same shop to save time coordinating sizes or versions.
- Follow the guide’s suggested route to avoid peak pedestrian chokepoints near the station.
K-star goods shop — Stop 3 (Shin-Okubo Koreatown)
Third 10-minute shopping window at another nearby K-star goods shop. The guide can point out which items are official and which are unofficial reproductions.
Tips from local experts:
- If you need size checks for clothing or apparel, ask the shop staff immediately—they can usually help quickly.
- Keep an eye on your group’s time; the guide will call the group to depart after the allotted minutes.
- If you want to return to a shop later, note its storefront and any distinctive signage for easy re-finding.
K-star goods shop — Stop 4 (Shin-Okubo Koreatown)
Fourth and final 10-minute shopping window. Last chance to purchase small items before the group moves to the dismissal point.
Tips from local experts:
- Use this final stop to pick up any last-minute small items (photo cards, stickers) that are easy to carry.
- Check packaging before leaving the shop if you’ve bought fragile items to avoid damage while walking.
- If you plan to visit a cafe or restaurant afterward, ask the guide for local recommendations to suit your group’s vibe.
Wrap-up and dismissal at Don Quijote (Shinjuku)
Short group wrap-up and dismissal in front of Don Quijote in Shinjuku. Guide answers final questions and can point out nearby cafés and transport options.
Tips from local experts:
- Meet the guide at the Don Quijote entrance for a quick headcount before leaving the group.
- If you need onward directions, ask the guide for the fastest route back to Shinjuku or Shinjuku-sanchome stations.
- Don Quijote is a convenient landmark — if you split from the group, set it as your reunion point.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 5 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Friends |
| Transfers | - |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 6 |
| Total Places | 6 |
| Activities Types | Neighborhood, Shopping |
