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Episode 10: Lost Dogs & Found Blogs

Full-time freelance writer Selena Hoy talks pet rescue, food banks, refugees and plastic cream art.

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August 19th, 2019

Living

Carey Finn

What to Do in a Typhoon: A Mini Guide

It's typhoon season in Japan. Do you know what to do if one hits Tokyo?
August 18th, 2019

Events, Things to do

Tokyo Cheapo

Tokyo Events This Week: Yosakoi and Be Merry

Tokyo events for Monday, August 19 to Sunday, August 25, 2019
August 16th, 2019

Internet

Ryo Seven

Your Prepaid SIM Card Options for Travel in Japan

Compare the best SIM cards for a short stay in Japan.
August 16th, 2019

Things to do

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Lucy Dayman

After-Dark Hangs at Tokyo’s First Regular Night Market

August marks the arrival of the first regular Tokyo Night Market — and it's pretty great. Artisan wares, good food & drink and […]
August 15th, 2019

Places to stay

Tiffany

Capsule Hotels: Minimalist, Budget-Friendly Accommodation

Experience the hotel version of a tiny house.
August 14th, 2019

Fashion, Shopping

Selena Hoy

17 Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting

You'll want to bookmark this one.
August 12th, 2019

Shopping

Lucy Dayman

A Guide to Shibuya 109 – Home of Tokyo’s Youth Fashion Scene

Towering over central Shibuya all its metallic silver glory, Shibuya 109 is a department store that couldn’t possibly exist […]
August 11th, 2019

Eating & Drinking

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Tokyo’s Top Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants

From vegan junkfood to vegetarian versions of traditional Japanese sets, Tokyo has a growing scene of animal-free restaurants. […]
August 10th, 2019

Eating & Drinking, Shopping

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Yoyogi Village: An Unconventional Oasis

Yoyogi Village is a pick-and-mix selection of eco-friendly shops, trendy cafes, terrace hangouts and a tropical garden with […]
August 5th, 2019

podcast

Taryn Siegel

Episode 9: Post-Disaster Artist

Only in Japan's John Daub joins the pod to talk viral toilet videos, disaster relief and how to traverse Japan for under $100
August 5th, 2019

Business, Internet

Greg Lane

Japan’s Data and Voice SIM Providers Compared (Long-Term Options)

We break down the data and data + voice options so you can work out which is most economical for your needs.
July 31st, 2019

Places to stay

Mareike Dornhege

9 of the Most Unusual Airbnbs in Tokyo

Here are some seriously unique Airbnbs—both modern and traditional—that will give an edge to your stay in Japan.

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August 23rd

Tokyo Traveller Questions

Tokyo and Kyoto

Thanks Frances, appreciate the advice. […]
August 20th

Living In Tokyo

Pocket Wifi service for residents?

https://lightpocket.jp/en/ Is by and far the best wifi provider in Japan. Good English, great service, and no limits or throttling and no deposit. LightPocket is the best […]
August 20th

Japan Traveller Questions

Renting Mobile Phone in Japan

The costs are really prohibitive and the service levels are low. I strongly recommend getting any phone, with a working sim or not, and renting from LightPocket. […]

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Places to stay Cheapo approved accommodation

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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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Shibamata FU-TEN Bed and Local

Simple, friendly and very low priced accommodation on the nostalgic Eastern side of Tokyo. Special offer: mention Tokyo Cheapo for free towel rental every night of your stay.

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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 […]

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