{"id":26226,"date":"2025-12-10T17:10:39","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T17:10:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/10\/in-pics-the-japan-station-with-over-200-exits-7-facts-about-tokyos-busiest-transit-hub\/"},"modified":"2025-12-10T17:10:39","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T17:10:39","slug":"in-pics-the-japan-station-with-over-200-exits-7-facts-about-tokyos-busiest-transit-hub","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/10\/in-pics-the-japan-station-with-over-200-exits-7-facts-about-tokyos-busiest-transit-hub\/","title":{"rendered":"In Pics | The Japan station with over 200 exits \u2014 7 facts about Tokyo\u2019s busiest transit hub"},"content":{"rendered":"


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From 200+ exits to hidden corners, here are 7 surprising facts about Shinjuku Station, Tokyo\u2019s busiest and most visited transit hub.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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By CNBCTV18.com\u00a0<\/span>December 10, 2025, 9:46:49 PM IST (Published)<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Shinjuku Station may look like just another busy spot in Tokyo, but its numbers, design and tucked-away spots tell a very different story. Here are seven things that make it one of Japan\u2019s most fascinating hubs. (Image: Reuters)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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1. It\u2019s one of the busiest stations in the world |<\/strong> Shinjuku Station handles millions of passengers every single day, making it one of the world\u2019s most crowded transport centres. Trains, subways and private railway lines all connect here. (Image: Reuters)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. There are more than 200 station exits |<\/strong> The station is famously confusing because of its maze-like design and huge number of exits. First-time visitors often rely on maps or signs to find their way. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. It connects multiple railway companies |<\/strong> JR East, Odakyu Electric Railway, Keio Corporation and Tokyo Metro all operate inside the same station complex. This makes Shinjuku a key travel hub across central Tokyo. (Image: Reuters)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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4. A huge underground shopping zone sits below it |<\/strong> Beneath the station is a network of malls, food courts and stores. Areas like Shinjuku Subnade and Odakyu Ace offer everything from snacks to fashion. (Image: Reuters)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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5. The station has a \u201cLost & Found\u201d that recovers thousands of items |<\/strong> Because so many people pass through, lost goods are collected daily. From wallets to umbrellas, the station\u2019s Lost & Found handles a large volume of items every year. (Image: Reuters)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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6. It\u2019s linked to major landmarks and districts |<\/strong> Shinjuku Station opens up to popular spots like Kabukicho, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. It\u2019s a starting point for many sightseeing plans. (Image: Reuters)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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7. The West Exit has a dedicated bus terminal |<\/strong> The station\u2019s West Exit houses a large bus terminal that connects Tokyo to other cities. Long-distance highway buses and airport shuttles leave from here. (Image: Wikimedia Commons)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n