How Much to Budget for Fuji Rock, Summer Sonic and Other Summer Music Festivals
Get ready to party with our guide to maxing out the fun and minimizing the expenses at Japan's biggest summer music festivals.
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May 24th, 2018
Pasmo and Suica Cards: Tokyo Travel Magic (w/ Photo Instructions)
A Pasmo or Suica card is a must-have for easy travel around Tokyo. Don't fuss with individual tickets—just load and go!
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May 23rd, 2018
Cheapo Weekend for May 26-27: Roppongi Art Night and Laos in the Park
An excellent weekend for art lovers.
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May 22nd, 2018
Getting from Tokyo to Summer Sonic: Your Transport Options
Wondering how to get your cheapo self from Tokyo to Summer Sonic for some mad music action? We threw this one together just for you.
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May 22nd, 2018
Getting from Tokyo to Fuji Rock: Your Transport Options
Wondering how to get your cheapo self from Tokyo to Fuji Rock for some crazy music action? We wrote this one just for you.
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May 15th, 2018
Take a Trip to Takao: Tokyo’s Favorite Mountain
Mount Takao is less than an hour from Shinjuku and offers a range of easy to moderate hiking trails, making it a great place to […]
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13 Top Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting
A cheapo’s paradise, flea markets in Tokyo are awesome for bargain-hunting—and there’s no shortage of them.
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May 9th, 2018
Real-Life Mario Kart in Tokyo: Everything You Need to Know
You've seen them zooming through the streets. Here's how to try this Mario Kart thing for yourself.
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May 7th, 2018
Tokyo to Osaka: Fast, Cheap and Creative Ways of Getting There
A breakdown of the most popular options for travel from Tokyo to Osaka. A guide to taking the bullet train, bus and cheap […]
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May 5th, 2018
10 Things You Should Know Before Visiting the Tsukiji Fish Market Tuna Auction
The Tsukiji Fish Market appears in literally every guidebook about Tokyo and on most people’s tour itineraries—and cheapos […]
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May 5th, 2018
Suited and Booted: Where to Get Tailor-Made Suits in Tokyo
Japanese's love of quality and skill mean you can buy some pretty impressive suits at these 6 Tokyo suit shops - with prices to […]
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May 2nd, 2018
Tokyo to Kanazawa: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Get There
A guide to your travel options between Tokyo and Kanazawa. Bullet train, highway bus and more!
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April 30th, 2018
Lose Yourself at Tokyo’s Top 12 Themed Restaurants
Drink with demons, munch with Moomin or climb into a coffin for your own funeral service—all in the name of culinary fun at […]
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Comfy Family Apartment. Quiet, 2min from JR Station
This newly renovated apartment can comfortably accommodate up to five people, ideal for family or friends.
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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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