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Shopping for Good: Charity Shops and How to Donate Around Tokyo

January 18th, 2022 | Kim Kahan

Top Tier Cheapos love charity shops. Charity shops are even cheaper than recycle shops and their profit goes to a good …

Fashion Shopping
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Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort: Hot Springs and Snow

January 13th, 2022 | Emily Ting

Experience steam and snow in northern Nagano, easily accessible from Tokyo.

Snow Sports Things to do

Cavities, Crowns and More: Going to the Dentist in Japan

January 12th, 2022 | Carey Finn

Need to get those choppers checked? Find out about fees, procedures and where to find English-speaking dentists in Tokyo.

Living
Shipping your Stuff Home while Traveling Japan

January 6th, 2022 | Kim Kahan

We’ve all been there. You drank too many Strong Zero 9%, bought four kimonos, a Totoro fan for everyone including your …

Living
Tokyo Winter Sales: 2021-2022 Round-up

January 4th, 2022 | Tiffany

Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's inventory at a …

Fashion Shopping
Buying or Selling a Used Car Privately in Japan

January 2nd, 2022 | Greg Lane

As a foreign resident of Japan, especially if you live in a big city, you might never own a car or even miss owning one. Trains, …

Living
Where to Get Free COVID-19 Tests In Tokyo

December 27th, 2021 | TC Team

With the rise of the Omicron variant, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has made provisions for free COVID-19 tests in Tokyo …

Living
Your Japanese New Year: Traditions and Celebrations in Tokyo

December 24th, 2021 | Tiffany

Everything you need to know, including food, the first sunrise and where to celebrate.

Culture And Tradition Events Holidays

January 2022: 5 Events Not to Miss

December 23rd, 2021 | TC Team

Start the new year with these festive events and ward off the winter-weather blues.

Events
Laundry on the go: A Guide to Keeping your Clothes Clean while Traveling Japan

December 22nd, 2021 | Tiana Edmonds

Is that big bag of clothes you brought along with you starting to whiff? Are stains from that late-night ramen binge getting too …

Living
Comparing Long-Term Pocket Wifi Contracts in Japan

December 17th, 2021 | Mareike Dornhege

What's the best monthly deal for residents?

Business Internet
The Meguro-Dori Furniture Shopping Guide

December 14th, 2021 | Gina Anderson

Meguro-dori is the perfect destination for furniture browsing, interior inspiration, and picking up some unique antiques and …

Shopping
The Best Tattoo-Friendly Onsen Near Tokyo

December 10th, 2021 | Yana K

An unfortunate restriction of onsen is that a lot of them don’t allow tattoos. Luckily, we've selected some of the best tattoo …

Things to do
Guide to a Weekend Getaway in Nasu

December 6th, 2021 | Yana K

Nasu is a picturesque town located about two and a half hours northeast of Tokyo that makes for a perfect weekend getaway. There …

Holidays
Best VPNs for Streaming and Privacy in Japan

December 6th, 2021 | Greg Lane

Want to browse the internet or do your online banking at a cafe? Get a VPN to protect your privacy. Here's our cheapo guide for …

Living
December 2021: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo

November 30th, 2021 | Tiffany

End off 2021 with these five not-to-be-missed events filled with fun and festivity!

Events Things to do
The Cheeriest Christmas Markets in Tokyo

November 25th, 2021 | Selena Hoy

If you too like your holiday season with a bit of European flair.

Eating & Drinking Things to do

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Sun, Jan

23

“The Best Flea Market” (Yurakucho)

Think second-hand kimonos, ceramics and other small trinkets. This is a good place to find …

10:00am – 4:00pm

Free

Yurakucho
Sun, Jan

23

Akasaka Antique Market in Ark Hills

The Ark Hills antique market is much classier compared to some of Tokyo’s usual fairs. In …

11:00am – 5:00pm

Free

Akasaka
Jan 9

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Jan 23

January Grand Sumo Tournament

The first of Japan's six annual Sumo Tournaments.

¥3,800 – ¥38,000

Ryogoku
Jan 22

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Jan 23

Handmade in Japan Festival 2022

Step into Japan’s largest creator’s festival “Handmade in Japan Fes”. …

11:00am – 7:00pm

¥1,500 – ¥2,500

Odaiba
Jan 22

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Jan 23

Earth Garden Winter Festival

Earth Garden is an outdoor market and festival at Yoyogi Park with a focus on promoting an …

10:00am – 4:00pm

Free

Harajuku
Jan 23

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Jan 25

Usokae Bullfinch Exchange

Kameido Tenjin Shrine will be holding its most renown ritual—Usokae—again this …

Free

Kameido

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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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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Hostel

¥2,500

Train Hostel HOKUTOSEI

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

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