December 15th
Pasmo Cards in Tokyo: The Lowdown
The what, why and where of these little IC travel cards.
Kylie Van Zyl
Having nearly completed a PhD in history before realising she was too easily distracted for the academic life, Kylie opted for librarianship and freelance research instead. The resultant state of near-constant penury makes doing things the cheapo way not just the best way but the only way. She is a lover of books, fresh notebooks, cats, noodles and excruciating puns.
All posts by Kylie Van Zyl
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December 14th
Suica Cards: Quick Guide to What, How, Where and Why
Everything you need to know about these handy little travel cards.
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September 5th
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ochanomizu Jimbocho
Five minutes by train from Akihabara and Ueno, the Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ochanomizu Jimbocho is surrounded by cafes and restaurants. Compact, tidy and spotlessly clean, this hotel is located in the pleasant district of Chiyoda. Nearby attractions […]
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September 5th
nine hours Akasaka
Featuring free wifi throughout, luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and capsules for both men and women, the nine hours Akasaka is another fantastic option for solo travelers or small groups who want to be centrally located without breaking […]
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September 5th
Nihonbashi Muromachi Bay Hotel
This centrally-located capsule hotel is a great choice for solo travelers who just want somewhere to sleep, without breaking the bank. Featuring free wifi, laundry facilities, lockers and luggage storage, the Nihonbashi Muromachi Bay Hotel is […]
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September 5th
Ibis Styles Tokyo Bay
Located close to Tokyo Disneyland, the Ibis Styles Tokyo Bay offers comfortable pocket-friendly accomodation and is a short walk from Shinurayasu Station. The hotel offers room service as well as a restaurant. Wifi comes standard, along with […]
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March 18th
Splendor in the Grass: 10 Bamboo Forests to Explore in Tokyo
Take a break from the neon wonderland and get out into these green spaces.
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June 12th
The Sumida Hokusai Museum: A Look at Japan’s Most Recognized Artist
Katsushika Hokusai—you may not know him by name, but surely you've seen his (in)famous artworks.
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June 12th
The Lucky Dragon No. 5: A Quiet H-Bomb Survivor
The shell of history's unluckiest boat, the Daigo Fukuryu Maru, is housed in a special exhibition hall in Yumenoshima Park in Tokyo's Koto Ward. The Titanic hit an iceberg it could have avoided. The Lusitania was sunk by torpedos during a war. […]
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April 19th
The Institute for Nature Study: Tokyo’s Hidden Forest
The Institute for Nature Study is a lush forest oasis smack dab in the middle of Tokyo. Enjoy 20 hectares of ponds, gardens and winding paths.
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January 23rd
Onigiri: The Ultimate Cheapo Guide to Japan’s Favorite Snack
When it comes to Japanese snacks, nothing beats the humble onigiri—toothsome and cheap.
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January 22nd
A Can of Worms: The Meguro Parasitological Museum
Not for the squeamish.
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September 12th
Why This Isn’t Kyoto Cheapo (Or, a Free History of Edo, Part 2)
Part 2 of our quick, easy-to-digest guide to the history of Tokyo, to make your explorations that much more awesome.
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September 11th
Why This Isn’t Kyoto Cheapo (Or, a Free History of Edo, Part 1)
A quick, easy-to-digest guide to the history of Tokyo, to make your travel that much more awesome.
