This post was originally published on Japan Trends. If Hello Kitty is your thing, you’re in for a treat (and serious bill) if you stay at the Keio Plaza Hotel in either Shinjuku, central Tokyo, or Tama, west Tokyo. There are two types of rooms: …
Welcome to the weekend - and the first one of autumn! Whether you're a fashionista or more into mattcha and moon viewing, there's enough cool stuff happening in Tokyo that all Cheapos are sure to be stoked. Trendy types will want to head down to …
Mark the "end" of Tokyo's summer with a chilled weekend of candlelight, dance shows, a celebration of all things Filipino, and more. In case you hadn't heard, summer officially comes to an end on Sunday (and then continues on unofficially for a …
As the "end" of summer approaches, Tokyo explodes with colourful events, and this weekend in particular is a bumper one for cheapos in the capital. Grab your camera and hit the streets to see dance festivals, sample delicacies from all over …
Have you ever seen this guy in Tokyo? He generally has a bunch of flashing lights and other random stuff strapped onto his body, and has gained quite a following in recent years. We chatted to him about he came to be neon in the city, life as a …
Three of Tokyo's biggest summer events are happening this weekend - a massive fireworks display, a crazy comic festival and a traditional summer parade with a watery twist (notice how we didn't include a certain large, expensive music …
The line-up for this weekend includes two huge firework shows, lots of traditional dancing, Tanabata (again), good beer and, erm, yodelling. First off, the firework displays! Provided it's not too windy and rainy, Kumagaya City in Saitama will …
This article is brought to you by the potty-mouthed crew over at Tokyo Desu. A new ride at Tokyo Summerland – infamous online for its wave pool of flesh – opened in July: Named “Dekasla,” which translates as Big Slide, the attraction is situated …
Tokyo may be roasting right now, but there are plenty of ways to chill out this weekend. Fireworks, summer dances and a trip to space are just some of the events lined up - so clear your schedule and kick back. Beat the heat by emerging from …
If you're in Tokyo this weekend, you're in for an absolutely awesome time. With a frenzy of fireworks festivals, dance, dance and more dance, good food and flower shows, there's something for all cheapos. First off - the fireworks! Tokyo's …
Celebrate the arrival of summer with a riverside fireworks festival, capoeira and churrasco, a grand parade and so much more this weekend in Tokyo. Ease into your Saturday with brunch at the Brazilian Festival at Yoyogi Park (the festival will …
In Tokyo this weekend? You're in luck - there are early summer festivals happening all over the city. Here's a short guide to what's on, where and when. Get your camera ready - this is the capital city at its best! The controversial Yasukuni …
This weekend in Tokyo you'll be seeing one of Japan's most romantic (and heart wrenching) festivals being celebrated all over the city. Tanabata actually falls on Monday the 7th, but there will be lots happening on Saturday and Sunday. There's …
This post comes from the good chaps at Tokyo Desu, who once tried to get us to pay their rent in Kanda. A lot of expats are fiercely proud of their chosen Tokyo residence. Living here for around seven years now, I’ve heard multiple people talk …
With rain forecast yet again, it looks like another mellow weekend in the capital city. Our advice - leave the laundry for another day and take advantage of the last of the cooler weather with these free and cheap events. Tokyo's crazy summer …
This weekend is a bit of a quiet one in Tokyo, with rain forecast for both days. Our recommendation: chill in the city with these cheap and free event ideas. If you like to belt out secret shower renditions of "I shot the sheriff" or “No woman, …
This weekend you can expect a break from the rainy weather of late, and a chance to dry out those soggy shoes. Make the most of the sunshine and head out to enjoy some big festivals and other events happening around Tokyo. The highlight of the …
If you're in Tokyo this weekend, you're in for a treat. Expect traditional festivals, displays of hydrangeas, short films, Okinawan food and more. First on the list is the Tenno-sai Festival at Shinagawa Shrine on both Saturday and Sunday. The …
This weekend in Tokyo is a bit of a slow one on the events calendar, but there’s more than enough to keep you well-fed, well-read and entertained - for cheap. Flower lovers will want to head over to Katsushika City for the Iris Festival, which …
A lot of cheapos have asked us how to go about recycling their used but still perfectly decent threads, so we've put together five easy options that are eco-friendly, people-friendly and wallet-friendly. If you’ve been in Japan for a while, …
Chilled ocean festivals, flea markets and Bavaria's best are all good reasons to sneak in one more outdoorsy weekend before the rainy season arrives. If you're keen on some fresh air and trees and such, but don't want to leave central Tokyo, …
After the lull last weekend, this one is shaping up to a be a big one, with fantastic festivals and free stuff. So make the most of the late spring weather and experience Tokyo at its best! If you’re free at noon on Saturday (and even if you …
After the luxurious (that’s probably the only time we’ll ever use that word) double weekend that was Golden Week, going back to the standard two days off might be tough. Reflecting that sentiment, this weekend’s events are low-key and laid-back, …
This article comes to you from the honorary cheapos over at Japan Trends. While we all know the main stretches of Shibuya and Shinjuku for their great selection of bars and eateries (in between all the gazillions of chain stores, of course), …
