Tokyo Cheapo | The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo

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Your Prepaid SIM Card Options for Travel in Japan

A comparison of the best SIM cards for a short stay in Japan.

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November 14th, 2018

Getting around, Transport

Tiffany

Tokyo to Kyoto: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Travel

Compare the different ways to get between the cities. Is it fastest and best to take the bullet train (Shinkansen)?
November 12th, 2018

Things to do

Tokyo Cheapo

Tokyo Events This Week: Autumn Festivals and Horseback Archery

Monday, November 12 to Sunday, November 18, 2018
November 9th, 2018

Art, Things to do

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Felix Wilson

Fujino: A Place for Artists, Lovers and Eco-Warriors

Fujino is an off-the-beaten-path destination and must-visit for any art lover.
November 4th, 2018

Things to do

Selena Hoy

Top 10 Picks for Tokyo Winter Illuminations 2018-19

See various Tokyo districts try to out-do each other!
November 2nd, 2018

Things to do

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Felix Wilson

Akiruno: A Nature-Filled Escape Just Outside Tokyo

Just an hour outside of Tokyo, nature-filled Akiruno makes for an easy day trip and perfect place to decompress from big-city life.
November 2nd, 2018

Getting around, Transport

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Pasmo and Suica Cards: Smart Tokyo Travel (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!
November 1st, 2018

Events, Things to do

Carey Finn

November 2018: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo

Looking for something to do in Tokyo this autumn? November events in Tokyo are full of fun and festivity. Here are five you […]
November 1st, 2018

Lifestyle, Outdoors

Selena Hoy

Koyo: 10 Places to See Autumn Leaves In and Around Tokyo

Prime spots to marvel at the stuff Mother Nature does with her pigment palette.
October 25th, 2018

Eating & Drinking

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Nakiryu: Tantalizing Tantanmen with a Michelin Star

Nakiryu has been awarded a Michelin star for its famous tantanmen noodles: spicy, rich and definitely worth queuing for.
October 24th, 2018

Outdoors, Things to do

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Autumn Day Trips from Tokyo to Give You Those Fall Feels

The trees are on fire. Here's where to go see them.
October 22nd, 2018

Things to do

Adriana Paradiso

What We Know About the Toyosu Fish Market So Far

Here's what to expect at the new fish market!
October 15th, 2018

Cafes, Eating & Drinking

Tiffany

Matcha Cafes: Green Tea in Tokyo

Cafes that specialize in green tea are surprisingly not that popular in Tokyo. Here are 3 cafes where you can get your matcha fix.

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November 13th

Tokyo Traveller Questions

Sneaker Shopping in Tokyo!

I am taking a trip out to Tokyo next month, and I’m trying to see if there are any sneaker shops out there that carry Men Sneakers in size 12.5 or 13( 30.5-31cm)? I have been […]
November 12th

Japan Traveller Questions

Personal Hotspot SIM card

OK, I’m a bit confused by all this Wi-Fi Hotspot stuff. We will be in Japan for about 4 weeks and then Europe - Italy for a couple months, so I’ve decided purchasing an […]
November 12th

Living In Tokyo

Let’s barter! Save nature! On 9th. of Dec. 14:00-16:00

Say No to ivory or rhino horn🦏Visit our barter session on 9th. December 2018. We bring unnecessary items for any kind. And swap those items each ather. After bartering, we […]

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Places to stay Cheapo approved accommodation

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Hotel

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.

Shibamata
Hostel

Train Hostel HOKUTOSEI

Unique train carriage themed hostel, based on a famous express train the "Hokutosei". Centrally located and low cost.

Nihonbashi
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 […]

Nihonbashi