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Guide to Arriving in Japan During COVID-19
What you need to know for before and after your arrival in Japan.
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Your Prepaid SIM Card Options for Travel in Japan
Compare the best SIM cards for your visit to Japan.
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Renting a Pocket Wifi Router in Japan: Best Options
Explore the top choices for mobile connectivity on your next trip.
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7 Ways to Improve Your Japanese Skills
Study less, practice more—and master those particles!
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Beyond Hachiko: A Guide to Tokyo’s Other Unique Statues
Tokyo’s love for monuments gets a little strange.
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Japan’s Travel Bubble: What Is It, and Who’s Included?
Updated with the latest information.
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16 Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting
You'll want to bookmark this one.
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Quick Pick: Top 8 Airbnb Rentals around Tokyo
Book some of the most awesome + reasonable vacation/staycation rentals.
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Sustainable Travel: Rediscover the Old Ways in Nagahama
Take a trip to Nagahama, a city on the shores of Lake Biwa in the Kansai region, to experience traditions that have lasted …
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Getting a “Fit to Fly” Predeparture COVID-19 Test in Tokyo
Leaving Japan? Here is a list of COVID test centers in Tokyo that issue fit to fly certificates to present at airport check-in.
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Which Japan Rail Pass to Choose
We break down the best options for your future travels.
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5 of the Most Unusual Airbnbs in Tokyo
Explore some seriously unique Airbnbs—both modern and traditional—that will give an edge to your next vacation.
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Diamond Fuji: A Natural Gem Worth Beholding
Where to view the Diamond Fuji phenomenon, which occurs when the rising or setting sun aligns with the peak of Mt. Fuji.
Mobal: No contract unlimited Japan SIMs
A no contract unlimited data and voice SIM for all. No residency card or visa required!
Mobal’s Japan Unlimited SIM is a no contract, no termination fee, voice & data SIM with free worldwide delivery.
JRailpass: Unlimited travel on JR trains
Unlimited travel on any JR train—including the high-speed Shinkansen—for a period of 7 days. Price includes free UPS shipping to your home address.
Fon Rental WiFi
Pocket WiFi rental in Japan. Our mobile WiFi comes with an unlimited data plan, so you can stay connected to the internet and enjoy your trip without worries!
We provide some of the cheapest, best services on the market.
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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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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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Chinese Spring Festival
The Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, is more commonly referred to as the Spring Festival in …
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Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is usually held on the 15th and final day of the Chinese Spring Festival, …
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Matsuda Wintersweet Tree Festival
In Matsuda’s Yadoriki area, a huge field of over 1,000 wintersweet trees can be found. …
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Midtown Winter Lights 2020
Due to COVID-19, this year’s Midtown illumination is a bit different. Usually it is a …
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Midtown Ice Rink
Usually, the ice skating rink is not set up until the Christmas lights have been dismantled and …
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Guide to Arriving in Japan During COVID-19February 18th
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Your Prepaid SIM Card Options for Travel in JapanFebruary 17th
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Renting a Pocket Wifi Router in Japan: Best OptionsFebruary 17th
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Tokyo to Osaka: Fast and Creative Ways of Getting ThereJanuary 16th
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Low(er) Cost Lovin’: The Cheapo’s Guide to Tokyo Love HotelsDecember 15th
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Tokyo Accommodation Guide: Budget Hotels and Other OptionsNovember 24th
