Tokyo Cheapo | The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo

The Wacky, Wonderful and Weird Museums of Tokyo

When you hear the word ‘museum’, it’s not not unusual to think of dusty displays and long-winded descriptions, but Tokyo does things differently.

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March 25th, 2019

Getting around, Transport

Carey Finn

Tokyo to Mount Fuji: Getting There and Back

Planning a trip to Fuji-San? Here are the cheapest, fastest and easiest ways of getting there from Tokyo.
March 25th, 2019

Lifestyle, Living

Zara Sekhavati

Quick Guide to Spring in Tokyo

With mild temperatures, fairy tale-like floral scenes & traditional festivals, what's not to love about this season?
March 25th, 2019

Events, Things to do

Adriana Paradiso

Tokyo Events This Week: Springy, Spring, Spring

Tokyo events for Monday, March 25 to Sunday, March 31, 2019: Cherry Blossom Edition
March 25th, 2019

Getting around, Transport

Japan Rail Tickets

The Seishun 18 Ticket and 5 Recommended Escape Routes from Tokyo

Get yourself a (discount) ticket to ride ... and ride ... and ride!
March 23rd, 2019

Living, Outdoors

Adriana Paradiso

2019 Tokyo Cherry Blossom Forecast

Don't miss a single petal with our cherry blossom forecast map for Tokyo and surrounding prefectures.
March 23rd, 2019

Eating & Drinking

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Three-Tiered Treats: Afternoon Tea in Tokyo

Nothing says luxury like scones, champagne and skyline views.
March 23rd, 2019

Events, Outdoors

Tiffany

Yozakura: Night-time Cherry Blossom Viewing in Tokyo

Where to see sakura after dark this spring.
March 23rd, 2019

Lifestyle, Outdoors

Carey Finn

Mega Guide: The Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

Popular spots, less-crowded areas, day trips, hikes and more! All you need to know about cherry blossoms in Tokyo.
March 22nd, 2019

Things to do

Tiffany

How to Hanami, with a Twist: Unique Ways to Enjoy Cherry Blossom Season

We're talking cherry blossoms in a cemetery, on a boat—and even in your birthday suit!
March 22nd, 2019

Getting around, Transport

Carey Finn

Tokyo to Kyoto: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Travel

Compare the different ways to get between the two. Is it fastest and best to take the bullet train (Shinkansen)?
March 22nd, 2019

Things to do

Felix Wilson

Meguro River—Tokyo’s Most Stunning Cherry Blossom Transformation?

Every spring, Meguro’s usually sleepy river banks become a hive of activity as one of Tokyo’s most magical spots to see the […]
March 22nd, 2019

Getting around

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Best Free Apps for Easy Traveling Around Japan

The best (and free) Japan travel apps: Handy help with transportation, language and getting connected to the internet.

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March 24th

Japan Traveller Questions

Japan Rail Pass in April?

You likely don’t need to worry about the trains being completely booked. There are a lot of daily trains to Kyoto. I think if you book when you arrive, you’ll be ok. […]
March 24th

Japan Traveller Questions

Fuji Excursion - JR Pass Eligible?

I did a quick Google and found that no, you can’t! Sorry! I’m guess they made this train for travelers and want to make money on it. Their website has […]
March 24th

Living In Tokyo

Casual (and large) place to have drinks!

I hate to say it, but maybe Hub? LOL! Most izakaya are used to fitting in big groups, and if you become regulars, after a while the staff will start to go out of their way to […]

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Places to stay Cheapo approved accommodation

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Capsule Hotel

MyCube by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae

MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae is a newly-built capsule hotel in eastern Tokyo. About 40 minutes from Haneda and an hour by rail from Narita Airport, it is roughly 30 minutes' ride from the bustling stations of Shinjuku and Ikebukuro. The […]

Taito
Hostel

IRORI Nihonbashi Hostel and Kitchen

Central and reasonably priced hostel with a traditional irori (suken hearth). Enjoy a taste of traditional Japan from the centre of Tokyo - Nihonbashi. 8.5 star rating! Special offer: mention Tokyo Cheapo for free towel rental every night of […]

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Hotel

FLEXSTAY INN Iidabashi

The Flexstay Inn Iidabashi offers guests affordable accommodation close to central Tokyo attractions. 40 minutes from Haneda Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Iidabashi Station and a short ride from major hubs like Ikebukuro Station and […]

Iidabashi