Adriana Mazza Tokyo Cheapo Author

July 27th

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 26th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for July 29-30: The One with All the Good Summer Festivals

The biggest fireworks and traditional festivals of the season!

July 19th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for July 22-23: Fireworks, Parades, Markets and Chimes

[caption id="attachment_74908" align="alignnone" width="770"] |credit|[/caption] Adachi Fireworks Festival (July 22): One of Tokyo’s most well-known fireworks displays takes place this Saturday along the banks of the Arakawa River. Get there […]

July 12th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for July 15-17: Summer Festivals, Dance Parties and Marine Day Celebrations

Marine Day on Monday makes this weekend a long one. Here are some free and cheapo celebrations going on around the city. [caption id="attachment_300145" align="alignnone" width="770"] |credit|[/caption] Ueno Summer Festival (July 15-August […]

July 5th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for July 8-9: Parades, Wishes and 80s Dance Parties

Make a wish at the colorful Tanabata festivals, or parade through the streets alongside portable shrines at the Enoshima Tenno Festival.

June 28th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for July 1-2: Art, Antiques and Earth Garden

Lots to peruse this weekend—from art exhibitions to outdoor markets.

June 21st

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for June 24-25: A Foodie-Favored Weekend

Have your taste buds explore some delectable international dishes.

June 14th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for June 17-18: Food, Music and Salsa Street Dancing

Salsa Street Festival AND the World Gourmet & Music Festival taking place at Yoyogi Park this weekend.

June 7th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for June 10-11: Festivals, Flowers and Fireflies

Torigoe Matsuri, Vietnam Festival, flower festivals, dance parties and more this weekend!

May 31st

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for June 3-4: Fireflies, Flowers and Featured Art

Iris Festival, International Tokyo Toy Show, Firefly Festivals and more!

May 24th

Tours & tickets

From

US$46.00

Takayama Food and Culture Walking Day Tour

Experience Takayama alongside locals as you eat and explore your way through this charming old-timey town.

Details and Purchase

May 24th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for May 27-28: Art, Music and Culture Fests

Some of our favorite events are back in town—Design Festa, One Love Jamaica Festival, Earth Day Market and more!

May 17th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for May 20-21: Sanja Matsuri, Okinawa Festival, Ukraine Parade

Sanja Matsuri is considered one of the three great Shinto festivals in Tokyo honoring the founders of Sensoji Temple and sees millions of spectators.

May 10th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for May 13-14: Kanda Matsuri and Thai Festival at Yoyogi Park

Kanda Matsuri is one of Tokyo’s three major festivals.

May 3rd

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend: Golden Week Edition Part 2

Golden Week festivities will be in full swing from May 3-7—and we've got the scoop on all the free ones.

May 2nd

Getting around, Transport

Getting the Cheapest Flights From Toronto to Tokyo

Looking for cheap flights from Toronto to Tokyo? Here's our money-saving guide on doing just that.

April 26th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend: Golden Week Edition Part 1

Lots of fun and free events on for the Golden Week holiday!

April 19th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for April 22-23: Flowers, Art, Ramen and Half-Off Coffee

Enjoy a beautiful weekend among wisteria, azaleas and late-blooming cherry trees.

April 12th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for April 15-16: Horseback Archery Heydays

With spring comes yabusame—the traditional martial art of horseback archery.

April 5th

Events

Cheapo Weekend for April 8-9: Buddha, Geisha and Company

Buddha's birthday celebrations, a parade of traditional Japanese courtesans, a ramen fesitval and more!

March 30th

Events, Things to do

Cheapo Weekend for April 1-2: Peak Cherry Blossoms and the 2017 Penis Festival

Best weekend to see cherry blossoms, the infamous "Penis Festival", art events and more!

March 23rd

Events

Cheapo Weekend for March 25-26: Sakura Season Has Arrived!

Never miss a freebie! Sign up for our weekly events newsletter. [caption id="attachment_298742" align="alignnone" width="770"] |credit|[/caption] Anime Japan (March 23-26): This is the event for any anime lover. Head over to Tokyo Big Sight for […]

March 16th

Events