Carey Finn

Carey spent seven years in Japan and continues to call it her second home. She has written extensively in the travel sphere and is one of the senior members of staff at Tokyo Cheapo.

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All posts by Carey Finn

October 9th

Getting around, Transport

Tokyo to Kyoto: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Travel

Compare the different ways to get between the two. Is it fastest and best to take the bullet train (Shinkansen)?
October 8th

Living

What to Do in a Typhoon: A Mini Guide

It's typhoon season in Japan. Do you know what to do if one hits Tokyo?
October 1st

Getting around, Transport

Tokyo to Osaka: Fast and Creative Ways of Getting There

See a breakdown of the most popular options for travel–guide to taking the bullet train, bus and cheap flights.
September 10th

Things to do

Sponsored

12 Tokyo Walking Tours to Join

Put your best foot forward this fall.
September 5th

Things to do

Four Awesome Autumn Bus Tours from Tokyo

Hankering after a fall foliage experience? Why not plan a quick day trip?
July 30th

Internet

Renting a Pocket Wifi Router in Japan: Best Options

Explore your top choices for mobile connectivity.
July 28th

Business, Internet

Quick Guide to SIM Cards in Japan: Short and Long-Term Options

The lowdown on prices, providers, pick-up points and more, to help you scoop the best deal.
July 9th

Getting around, Transport

Getting from Tokyo to Summer Sonic: Your Transport Options

Let us help you work out what's easiest.
June 15th

Getting around, Transport

Tokyo to Mount Fuji: Getting There and Back

Planning a trip to Fuji-San? Here are the cheapest, fastest and easiest ways of getting there from Tokyo.
June 15th

Getting around, Transport

Getting from Tokyo to Fuji Rock: Your Transport Options

Plan ahead so you don't miss any of the music action.
May 31st

Things to do

How Much to Budget for Fuji Rock, Summer Sonic and Other Summer Music Festivals

Get ready to rock with our guide to maxing out the fun and minimizing the expenses.
May 25th

Getting around, Transport

Taking the Slow Route between Tokyo and Osaka

Meander along Japan's "golden route"—taking in Nagano, Kanazawa and more.
May 1st

Things to do

Cool, Not Cruel: Alternatives to Mainstream Animal Cafes

Where to get your dose of cute 'n' fluffy, minus the cruelty. Includes lots of cat photos.
March 23rd

Lifestyle, Outdoors

Mega Guide: The Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

Popular spots, less-crowded areas, day trips, hikes and more! All you need to know about cherry blossoms in Tokyo.
March 18th

Editorial

Sponsored

Should You Buy a SIM Card in Japan?

The short answer is yes—here’s why.
March 13th

Places to stay

Where to Stay in Asakusa: The Super Guide

A bookmark-me overview of Asakusa hotels and other accommodation.
January 16th

Getting around, Transport

Getting from Narita to Shinjuku

The fastest, easiest and cheapest options.
January 11th

Getting around, Transport

Getting from Narita to Roppongi

The fastest, easiest and cheapest options.
January 8th

Getting around, Transport

Tokyo to Sapporo: Easiest Ways to Travel

Heading northeast? Read this first.
January 7th

Getting around

Getting from Narita to Ueno

Handy travel tips to help plan your trip.
January 6th

Getting around, Transport

Getting from Narita to Ikebukuro

Insider transfer tips you'll want to read before you arrive.
January 6th

Getting around, Transport

Getting From Narita to Shibuya

The fastest, easiest and cheapest options.
January 6th

Getting around, Transport

Getting from Narita to Asakusa

Handy transport tips to plan your trip.
January 4th

Getting around, Transport

How to Get From Narita to Tokyo Disney

Heading straight from the airport to see Mickey and the gang? Here are your transport options.

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