【Shinjuku】Four bouldering and rock climbing spots that even beginners can enjoy! 4 Bouldering & Rock Climbing Experience Spots

Shinjuku is a great place not only for shopping and dining, but also for active dates and holidays. Among these, bouldering and rock climbing are gaining popularity as activities that can be enjoyed while using one's physical strength. There are a number of climbing gyms where even beginners can easily try their hand, making it easy to have an authentic experience in the heart of the city. In this issue, we will introduce four bouldering and rock climbing gyms in the Shinjuku area that even beginners can enjoy.

1.Beta Climbing Gym

Beta Climbing Gym is located at 1-14 Sumiyoshicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, a 20-second walk from Akebonobashi Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line. The gym offers a diverse range of climbing activities, including bouldering, lead climbing, multi-pitch climbing, and dry touring.

The gym has three floors, each with its own unique area: the first floor has slabs, hanging walls, and a 100-degree wall for beginners; the second floor has a 110- to 160-degree wall for intermediate and advanced climbers; and the third floor has a route wall for practicing rope work, cracks, and dry touring using ice tools. The third floor has a route wall for practicing rope work and dry touring with cracks and ice tools, and a mantle wall for bouldering.

It is open from 10:00 to 23:00 on weekdays and from 8:00 to 23:00 on weekends and holidays, and is closed irregularly. The fee structure is as follows: for first-timers, the “First-Time Pack” is offered: ¥2,750 for adults, ¥2,420 for students and seniors, and ¥3,300 for parents and children making their debut together. For experienced boulderers, plans include a one-day fee of 2,200 yen, a four-hour fee of 1,870 yen, and a one-hour fee of 1,320 yen.

The gym also offers a wide variety of training sessions and lessons, including a beginner's course in lead climbing, an introduction to multi-pitch climbing, and an introduction to dry touring.

Beta Climbing Gym is a facility that caters to a wide range of climbers, from beginners to advanced climbers, helping them improve their climbing skills and take on new challenges.

Beta Climbing Gym

住所	1-14 Sumiyoshi-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0065, Japan
電話番号	03-5341-4503
営業時間	Sat/Sun/holidays 8:00-23:00 / Weekdays 10:00-23:00
定休日	Irregular holiday
公式サイト	https://beta-climbing.com/

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2.Urban Base Camp Shinjuku

Urban Base Camp Shinjuku is a bouldering gym located at B1F Sanko Park Building, 7-3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. It is a 3-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Station and a 5-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Shinjuku Station, making it easy to get to even on rainy days in the center of Tokyo.

The gym is owned by Yuji Hirayama, an overall World Cup champion, and is supported by many climbers. The gym provides friendly and attentive instruction for beginners, so that even first-time climbers can enjoy bouldering with ease.

Business hours are from 10:00 to 23:00 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 22:00 on weekends and holidays, and it is not closed on regular holidays. Fees include an initial registration fee of 1,100 yen, 1,650 yen per day for men and 1,320 yen per day for women and students on weekdays, 2,200 yen per day for men and 1,650 yen per day for women and students on weekends and holidays, and other plans to meet users' needs.

The facility has a dedicated bouldering wall, and shoes and chalk are available for rent. Shoes and chalk rental is free with initial registration.

Kids are also accepted, and users under junior high school age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or a leader. More details can be found on the official website.

Urban Base Camp Shinjuku is a facility that caters to a wide range of climbers, from beginners to experts, and is easily accessible in the center of Tokyo, making it an easy place to enjoy bouldering.

Urban Base Camp Shinjuku

住所	B1F Sanko Park Building, 7-3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
電話番号	03-6304-0355
営業時間	Weekdays: 10:00 - 23:00 Weekends and holidays: 10:00 - 22:00
定休日	no rest
公式サイト	https://b-camp.jp/shinjuku/

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3.ROCKY Climbing & Fitness Gym Shinjuku Akebonobashi

ROCKY Climbing & Fitness Gym Shinjuku Akebonobashi is located at 14-6 Ichiyadai-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, a 6-minute walk from Exit A2 of Akebonobashi Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line. You can enjoy bouldering in a spacious facility in the heart of the city.

The total area of the facility is approximately 150 tsubo, and the maximum height of the wall is 4.8 meters. The “MONSTER” wall, in particular, has a strong slope of 150 to 130 degrees, and the climbing distance from the bottom to the top reaches 7.4 meters. This is a wall designed for climbers who want to get stronger.

It is also equipped with slabs and gently sloping walls for beginners. A kids' school is also offered, with children as young as 6 years old (first grade) able to participate.

Hours of operation are weekdays from 10:00 to 23:00, weekends and holidays from 10:00 to 21:00, and there are no regular holidays. Fees are 1,900 yen for one-day use on weekdays and 2,090 yen on weekends and holidays. Shoe rental is offered at 300 yen and chalk rental at 200 yen.

ROCKY Climbing & Fitness Gym Shinjuku Akebonobashi is a facility that caters to a wide range of climbers, from beginners to experts, and is easily accessible in central Tokyo, making it easy to enjoy bouldering.

ROCKY Climbing & Fitness Gym Shinjuku Akebonobashi

住所	Nobukawa Heights B1, 14-6 Ichiyadai-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0066, Japan
電話番号	03-6273-2813
営業時間	Weekdays: 10:00 - 23:00 Togarashi: 10:00 - 21:00
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定休日	Please check our website
公式サイト	https://www.rockyclimbing.com/shinjukuakebonobashi/

4.Everfree climbing gym

Everfree Climbing Gym is located at Yotsuya Building 1F, 2-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, a 4-minute walk from JR Yotsuya Station. It is open from 13:00 to 23:00 on weekdays and from 10:00 to 20:00 on weekends and holidays, and is open year-round (except for year-end and New Year holidays and facility inspection days).

The facility has a total area of approximately 230 square meters, with seven wall shapes and bulges ranging from slab to 130-degree slopes, and walls over 4 meters high. This makes it suitable for climbers of all levels, from beginners to advanced climbers.

The fee is an initial registration fee of 1,250 yen, and first-time instruction is provided free of charge for inexperienced climbers. The facility use fee is 1,700 yen from 13:00 to 23:00 on weekdays and 2,000 yen from 10:00 to 20:00 on weekends and holidays. Nighttime and daytime rates are also available after 20:00 on weekdays.

Equipment rental is also available, with shoes offered for 200 yen and chalk for 100 yen. Shoes and chalk rental is free for first-time registrants.

A kids' school is also offered, creating an environment that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. In addition, the rest area and interior of the store are carefully designed to provide a comfortable space.

Ever Free Climbing Gym is a facility that caters to a wide range of climbers, from beginners to advanced climbers, and is easily accessible in the center of Tokyo, making it easy to enjoy bouldering.

EVERFREE CLIMBING GYM

住所	Yotsuya Building 1F, 2-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-5919-4187
営業時間	Weekdays 13:00～23:00 Saturdays and Sundays 10:00～20:00
定休日	no rest
公式サイト	http://www.everfree-climbing.com/

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Summary

The bouldering and rock climbing gyms that can be enjoyed in Shinjuku are all facilities that even beginners can feel comfortable trying out. Each gym is easily accessible, and even climbing beginners can easily get started with friendly instruction and facilities. These spots are perfect for dates or activities with friends, and a great way to enjoy a new hobby while using your physical strength.