Suribachi Walking Tour in Shinjuku Kabukicho with Minagawa Norihisa

Overview
Discover Shinjuku’s hidden topography in this unique cultural walking tour led by Norihisa Minagawa, president of the Tokyo Suribachi Society.
You’ll trace forgotten springs, covered rivers, and the bowl-shaped “suribachi” landscapes that shaped Kabukicho’s history and culture.
After the walk, join us at the Shinjuku Kabukicho Shunga Exhibition (ticket not included), where Mr. Minagawa will give a special mini-lecture, followed by a short talk by multi-disciplinary artist Vivienne Sato.
✨ A rare opportunity to connect Shinjuku’s landscapes with its art and history.
Note: An English translator will be present throughout the tour and talks.

What’s Included
• Guided walking tour with Norihisa Minagawa (Tokyo Suribachi Society)
• Mini-lecture by Norihisa Minagawa (at the exhibition venue)
• Mini talk by Vivienne Sato
• English translation provided

What’s Not Included
• Admission to the Shinjuku Kabukicho Shunga Exhibition (required, purchased separately)
• Food and drinks
• Transportation to/from meeting point

Important Information
• Exhibition Ticket Required: Please purchase a Shunga Exhibition ticket separately.
・If you already have a ticket, you do not need to purchase again.
・Please present your ticket at the event reception.
• The walking tour lasts about 90 minutes with multiple stops.
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
• At the after-event venue, each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink:
・Soft drink: JPY 700
・Alcoholic beverage: JPY 1,000
• Walking tour participation fee will be collected on site.
• Please note: Admission to the Shunga Exhibition is not included in the participation fee.

Schedule
(Special Day: September 26, 2025 / Friday)
• 16:00 – Meet at Exit 1 (street level) of Shinjuku Gyoen-mae Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line).
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Walking tour of Taishoji Temple, Kani River (covered waterway), Seibu Shinjuku Station area, and other spring-related sites.
• 17:30 – Shunga Exhibition visit (ticket not included) + mini lecture by Norihisa Minagawa + mini talk by Vivienne Sato
• 19:30 – Tour ends

About the Guides
Norihisa Minagawa
President of the Tokyo Suribachi Society, architect, and author. Known for introducing the unique “suribachi” bowl-shaped landforms of Tokyo through books and appearances on Tamariclub and Buratamori.
Vivienne Sato
Artist, critic, and cultural commentator with expertise across film, art, architecture, and history.