Tokyo Trainspotting Guide: Choose Your Views
This city's trains are so cool it's a wonder there aren't more densha otaku.
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June 10th, 2017
Second Harvest Japan: Get Involved With the Fight Against Hunger and Food Waste
Established in 2002, Second Harvest is Japan’s very first nationwide food bank. A non-profit organization dedicated to […]
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Tokyo Garden Shops, Supplies and Inspiration for Your Own Urban Farm
Tokyo is a world leader in urban gardening and farming. See some of the city's best examples and learn how to get your hands dirty.
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June 7th, 2017
Cheapo Weekend for June 10-11: Festivals, Flowers and Fireflies
Torigoe Matsuri, Vietnam Festival, flower festivals, dance parties and more this weekend!
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June 6th, 2017
Tokyo by Foot: Takadanobaba Walking Guide
A vintage arcade, a cool arthouse cinema and standout architecture—plenty of gems to be found!
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Moving out of Japan: Your Comprehensive Pre-Departure Checklist
Leaving Japan? Here's what you need to take care of before you go. A guide to tax, closing accounts and the other admin that awaits.
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June 3rd, 2017
Tokyo Street Markets: 7 of the Very Best
For an alternative to the usual shopping options, try out some of the fantastic Tokyo markets that'll get get you exploring. […]
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May 31st, 2017
Skip Roppongi, Head to Koenji for Foreigner-Friendly Fun
A den of alternative music, fashion and art with a dash of ramshackle charm, Koenji is perfect for some leftfield fun.
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May 31st, 2017
Cheapo Eats: 5 Budget Sushi Restaurants in Shinjuku
An easy-to-bookmark list of your top choices for sushi lunch, dinner or elevenses in Shinjuku.
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May 31st, 2017
5 Summer Escapes From Tokyo
Five unique getaways from Tokyo to suit any taste!
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May 30th, 2017
Low(er) Cost Lovin’: The Cheapo’s Guide to Tokyo Love Hotels
Ready for some lovin’? Perhaps you live in a guesthouse, tiny apartment with paper-thin walls, or simply with too many […]
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May 26th, 2017
Get Your Hummus and Falafel Fix at Kuumba du Falafel
For all of its culinary merits, Tokyo is lacking in places to gorge on everyone's fav chickpea-based delights. Luckily we found […]
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May 24th, 2017
Tokyo Shopping Neighborhoods – Top Spots for Vintage, Boutique, Haute Couture & More
Explore these top Tokyo shopping neighborhoods to pick up some great fashion, souvenirs or even window shop—and see the city […]
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- June 8thLiving In Tokyo
Introduce yourself — who are you, where are you and what do you do?
@mrkirkland it's been over a week since we came home from our Tokyo trip and am still giddy happy about it. Sugokatta! Certainly did not disappoint. Coming from a place with a […] - June 5thTravel Questions
Suggestions in Planning - Tokyo/Osaka/Kyoto/Nagoya
Thanks mrkirkland! Yes it's a valuable advice.Hotel prices are absolutely crazy though (especially for the family of 4) so hotel + shnkansen package would be nice but it looks […] - June 2ndTravel Questions
Suica or Pasmo card for kids
Yes there are suica and passmo cards for kids. You can get them at a ticket office, and narita airport ticket office should be fine for this. You'll need ID to prove your child's […]
Places to stay Cheapo approved accommodation
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Tamachi Bay Hotel
Tamachi Bay Hotel is a newly opened and conveniently located capsule hotel in the quiet business and residential district of Tamachi. Tamachi has a few interesting local restaurants and bars, but the real attraction is the convenience to […]
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Charming 2 Bed Flat Close To Roppongi
Centrally located apartment in a 4-story building (no elevator), walking distance to most of the popular places in central Tokyo, and scattered with Restaurants & bars and shopping.
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Beautifully Restored Villa in Kamata
Fancy staying in a traditional Japanese house but with all the mod cons? SJ Villa Kamata is a 65 year old house that was recently tastefully remodeled to bring it up to the highest modern standards. The house can sleep up to 4 adults. Note that […]
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May 30th
Low(er) Cost Lovin’: The Cheapo’s Guide to Tokyo Love Hotels
Ready for some lovin’? Perhaps you live in a guesthouse, tiny apartment with paper-thin walls, […]
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Top Tokyo Flea Markets
A cheapo’s paradise, flea markets in Tokyo are awesome for bargain-hunting—and there’s no […]
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December 13th
Cheap Sex: Beating the Cost of Loving in Tokyo
Roses are red, violets are blue...
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Tokyo Cheapo 101: Beginner’s Guide to Tokyo
New to Tokyo Cheapo? Read this. We’ve put together a Tokyo for Beginners introductory […]
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December 1st
3 Nights in Tokyo on 10,359 yen ($US90)
With the dollar stronger than ever (at time of writing, 90 USD will buy you 10,700 yen), now is […]
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Accommodation Guide: Cheap Hotels in Tokyo
Choosing a hotel or hostel in Tokyo can be daunting, so we’ve put together this guide to cheap […]
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