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10+ Fun Free and Cheap Things to Do in Harajuku

Want to explore Harajuku? Here's our guide to enjoying the sights—quirky, serene and everything in between!

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Getting around – we simplify it for you
Seasonal activities – the highlights each month
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July 18th, 2018

Events, Things to do

Adriana Paradiso

Cheapo Weekend for July 21-22: Fireworks, Fuurin and Food Festivals

Peruvian food in the park, Adachi Fireworks, Kawasaki Daishi Fuurin, a belly button festival and more!
July 17th, 2018

Cafes, Drinking

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Harajuku’s Kawaii Monster Cafe: Alice in Wonderland Meets Wonka on Acid

"Seated in cakes and teacups, you can enjoy the different puddings as icing drips down the walls, and human-sized forks stab […]
July 17th, 2018

Things to do

Lily Crossley-Baxter

Cheap Tickets to the Robot Restaurant

Discount tickets to the infamous Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku are easy to find. Here's a quick guide to the best deals.
July 13th, 2018

Business, Internet

Greg Lane

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

We look at Japan SIM cards, breaking down the data and data + voice options so you can work out which is most economical for […]
July 12th, 2018

Things to do

Adriana Paradiso

What We Know About the Toyosu Fish Market So Far

Time is (still) running out to see the live tuna auction at Tsukiji, as we move towards the Toyosu Fish Market grand opening.
July 12th, 2018

Things to do

Mareike Dornhege

Don’t Sweat the Summer: A Perfectly Cool Tokyo Weekend Itinerary

Your guide to the perfect summertime weekend activities in Tokyo—some of them uniquely Japanese.
July 12th, 2018

Internet

Ryo Seven

Prepaid and Cheap Data SIM Card Options in Japan

A comparison of the best and cheapest prepaid SIM cards for a short stay in Japan.
July 11th, 2018

Events, Things to do

Tiffany

August 2018: 5 Tokyo Events Not to Miss

A round-up of the top August events, including traditional Japanese festivals, a huge samba party in the streets and more!
July 11th, 2018

Things to do

Grace Buchele Mineta

11 Things You Should Know Before Visiting the Tsukiji Fish Market Tuna Auction

Everything from opening hours to admission, the new venue in Toyosu and more!
July 9th, 2018

Things to do

Lily Crossley-Baxter

The Yokohama Summer Fireworks Guide

These Yokohama fireworks festivals are big winners in our books—with smaller crowds and less high-rises obstructing your view […]
July 9th, 2018

Things to do

Mine Serizawa

Cheapo Guide: Surviving the Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival

How to enjoy Tokyo's biggest fireworks festival without breaking a sweat or wrecking your budget.
July 8th, 2018

Living

Lily Crossley-Baxter

7 Cheapo Tips for Keeping Cool in Tokyo Summer

Don't spend the Tokyo summer months complaining about the electricity bill draining your finances, here are 7 tips and tricks to […]

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July 19th

Tokyo Traveller Questions

Medium-Term Bicycle in Tokyo

Hey Connor, It would probably be easiest to buy a bike (just make sure to register it in your name - the seller needs to give you a paper) and then sell it before you leave. You […]
July 19th

Japan Traveller Questions

JR Pass for December itinerary

thank you! We don’t have any day trips planned at the moment. […]
July 18th

Japan Traveller Questions

Buying Pocket Wifi

I am fully cognisant of the Pocket Rental system in Japan and will probably end up renting. Since we often travel Internationally,for max of 4 weeks at a time,we are considering […]

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Places to stay Cheapo approved accommodation

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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
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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.

Shibamata