April 17th
A Ride Through the Wild Side on Hakone’s Ajisai Train
Jump on the Hakone "Ajisai Train" to enjoy a scenic railway journey through tunnels of lush green forest and past thousands of brightly colored hydrangea plants.
Lily Crossley-Baxter
A Brit in Tokyo with a somewhat-misguided sense of adventure, Lily finds shortcuts to fund adventures.
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March 20th
5 Places to See Geisha in Tokyo
There are opportunities to see geisha in Tokyo too—you just have to know where to look.
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March 20th
Stunning Spring Bus Tours from Tokyo
Leave the research planning alone and join one of these spring bus tours showcasing the best of the season: flowers, strawberry picking and sake tastings!
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March 9th
The Best of Tokyo’s Cherry Blossom Festivals
Celebrate sakura season with these Tokyo cherry blossom festivals. What's not to love with beautiful blossoms, street food and lively atmospheres.
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February 20th
Five Cherry Blossom Hikes from Tokyo
Hanami hikes are the best kinda hikes.
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February 11th
Beautiful Food: Tokyo’s Most Eye-Catching Eats
Rainbow sandwiches, multi-colored cheesecake, Totoro cream puffs—there are lots of stunning creations to be eaten in Tokyo.
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February 11th
Tokyo’s 9 Islands: Oases (Technically) in the City
How to visit the 9 Tokyo islands: the complete cheapo's guide on how to get there, where to stay and what to do at these mini paradises.
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January 9th
9 Tokyo Travel Disasters and How to Fix Them
Lost passports, missing luggage, unexpected illness. Fear not, we have all the answers!
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January 4th
Take a Day Trip to Explore Yokohama
Set off from Tokyo on a day trip to Yokohama—it's close by, there's plenty to do and it's the perfect day out to suit any budget.
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January 4th
Imperial Palace Mega Guide
A wealth of gardens and galleries with guided tours and castle ruins.
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December 22nd
Where to Be on NYE: 2018 Tokyo Countdown Parties
Tokyo New Year parties are plentiful—with drinks, dancing, and of course the countdown, there are lots spots to celebrate all over the city.
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December 20th
Onsen Towns for a Winter Break near Tokyo and Beyond
A cheapo's guide to must-visit onsen towns near Tokyo and beyond—the perfect winter getaway to stay warm in the chilly weather.
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December 15th
Eating with the Season: 10 Winter Foods to Try in Japan
10 uniquely Japanese winter foods to try—from yuzu, tofu and the risky dinner option of puffer fish to the celebratory New Year traditional dishes.
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November 30th
How to Visit 14 UNESCO World Heritage Sites with the 14-Day JR Pass
Make the most of your 2-week JR Pass—explore 14 Japan World Heritage Sites in 14 days!
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Christmas Shopping in Tokyo: Markets, Boutiques and Vending Machines
Christmas shopping season is upon us, but we're here to make it a whole lot easier.
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November 20th
Wagashi: The Japanese Sweets (Almost) Too Beautiful to Eat
Beautifully crafted, delicate and delicious, wagashi might well be your new-found obsession in Tokyo, and we wouldn't blame you one bit.
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November 14th
10 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Shimokitazawa
More hip things to do in Shimokitazawa than you can shake a stick at. Visit Tokyo's trendiest neighborhood for shopping, sweets, people-watching & more!
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November 3rd
Yokomura Eco-Lodge: The Perfect Nature Getaway from Tokyo
A nature retreat not too far from Tokyo, deep in the Yananashi mountains with an organic farm-to-table experience.
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November 2nd
Making the Most of Your JR Rail Pass: A One-Week Japan Sightseeing Itinerary
You can see a whole lot of Japan in 7 days with this handy itinerary for JR Pass holders.
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October 31st
The Golden Guide to Golden Gai
Golden Gai is a quaint collection of mismatched, tumbledown bars lining alleyways in a darkened corner of Shinjuku.
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October 25th
Depachika Delights: The Underground Food Halls of Tokyo
A foodie haven below the busy streets of Tokyo.
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October 25th
Making the Most of Business Trips to Tokyo: An Itinerary
Make your business trip to Tokyo more than just meetings and networking. Add some culture and downtime to your visit with our cheapo guide.
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October 17th
Shopaholic Heaven: Shopping in Shinjuku
Shinjuku is a one-stop shop of department stores and megastores, with every name you've heard of and plenty more you haven't.
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October 17th
9 Crazy Everyday Things in Tokyo
Whether it's your first day in Tokyo or 10 years later, some things Tokyoites take in their stride are hard to get your head around!