Tokyo Cheapo | The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo

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Japan’s “Go To Eat” Campaign: What You Need to Know

September 23rd, 2020 | Carey Finn

What's on the menu for the government's latest economic recovery initiative?

Eating & Drinking Food and drink
Featured

Tokyo to Yokohama: Trains, Buses and Day Passes

September 23rd, 2020 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

Yokohama is a stone’s throw from Tokyo, but aside from catapults, how do you actually get there?

Getting around

Eating with the Season: 10 Fall Foods to Try in Japan

September 21st, 2020 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

The autumn season is rich with sweet and savory flavors!

Eating & Drinking Sustainability
Is It Time to “Go To Travel”?

September 18th, 2020 | Greg Lane

All you need to know about the hotly debated Go To Travel campaign.

Holidays
Pillow Talk: Treating Snoring and Sleep Apnea in Tokyo

September 17th, 2020 | Carey Finn

Because no one wants to be smothered in the night.

Household Living
Just Moved? Here’s How to Maximize Space in a Tiny Japanese Apartment

September 17th, 2020 | Mareike Dornhege

Tokyo is notorious for the tiny dwellings its residents squeeze themselves into. Chances are that you—unless you want to …

Living
Cheapo 1-Day Tour: Asakusa–Ginza–Tokyo Station Area

September 16th, 2020 | Greg Lane

Go on a one-day self-guided tour to see some of Tokyo's historical, cultural and architectural hot spots.

Array
Quick Pick: Top 8 Airbnb Rentals around Tokyo

September 14th, 2020 | Mareike Dornhege

Book some of the most awesome + reasonable vacation/staycation rentals.

Places to stay

Basic Japanese Language Guide to Visiting the Doctor (w/ Audio)

September 14th, 2020 | Richard Webb

Here are basic Japanese words and phrases (with audio) to help you get the medical attention you need.

Living
Anime Pilgrimages: Exploring Real-Life Locations in Tokyo

September 11th, 2020 | Carey Finn

Who said that anime had to be an indoor-only experience?

Things to do
Tokyo Parks Mega Guide: Lounging on Lawns and Japanese Gardens Galore

September 9th, 2020 | Mareike Dornhege

Traditional Japanese gardens, teahouses, flora and fauna, or just a place to relax—these parks are the perfect break from the …

Outdoors Things to do
Day Trip to Tokorozawa: Visit teamLab Acorn Forest and Sakura Town

September 8th, 2020 | Carey Finn

Go smack giant silver acorns—and catch some Japanese culture while you're at it.

Things to do
Guide to Arriving in Japan During COVID-19

September 4th, 2020 | Greg Lane

What you need to know for before and after your arrival in Japan.

Getting around
Everything You Need to Know About Japan’s Healthcare System

September 2nd, 2020 | Mareike Dornhege

A basic guide to enrolling in the National Health Insurance plan and how to find an English-speaking doctor or hospital.

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

September 1st, 2020 | Greg Lane

We break down the data and data + voice options so you can work out which is most economical for your needs.

Business Internet
Guide to Adopting a Rescue Dog or Cat in Tokyo

August 31st, 2020 | Greg Lane

Adopting a rescued dog or cat in Tokyo rather than buying a pet from a puppy or kitten mill is the way to go.

Living
Tokyo Escapes: Down the Shimoda Coast with Dream Drive

August 31st, 2020 | Lucy Dayman

Escape the city via camper van for safer travel.

Getting around Lifestyle Outdoors

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.

Hotel

¥3,600

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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Capsule Hotel

¥3,500

MyCube by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae

MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae is a newly-built capsule hotel in eastern Tokyo. About 40 minutes from Haneda and an hour by rail from Narita Airport, it is roughly 30 minutes' ride from the bustling stations of Shinjuku and Ikebukuro. The …

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Hotel

¥5,920

HOTEL MYSTAYS Asakusa

The MYSTAYS Asakusa Hotel has a central location, situated within minutes of the transport hubs of Ueno Station and Asakusa Station. Both Haneda and Narita Airports are within an hour of the hotel by train. Close to the hotel is the major Tokyo …

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Area

Late
Sep

Ohara Naked Festival

Cancelled

Before you get your pervy hopes up, the Ohara Naked Festival (Ohara hadaka matsuri) would be …

Free

Ohara
Thu, Sep

24

Bruce Corsino Live

Crooner Bruce Corsino will play, sing and transform the most harmless, happy tunes into the …

7:30pm – 10:00pm

¥500 (on the door)

Nakano
Sep 24

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Sep 25

Shimbashi Koichi Festival

Rescheduled

The Shimbashi Koichi festival contains a whole array of entertainment including taiko drummers, …

12:00pm – 9:00pm

Free

Shinbashi
Aug 14

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Sep 25

Toukaku

Gallery Ether, located in Nishiazabu, is pleased to announce the opening of its sophomore …

Free

Nishi Azabu
Fri, Sep

25

Online Cafe: How Does Climate Change Impact Human Rights?

Online

Millions of people are already suffering from the catastrophic effects of extreme disasters …

7:00pm – 8:30pm

Free
Sat, Sep

26

Nikkan Festival

Online

The Nikkan Koryu Matsuri (Japan-Korea Exchange Festival) is an event held simultaneously in …

1:00pm – 4:30pm

Free

Hibiya