January 22nd
Japan Ski Resorts: A Guide to Hitting the Slopes near Tokyo
Where all the cool kids go in winter. And us cheapos, too.
Selena Hoy
Curious enthusiast.
I mend ¥100 socks but love to eat out. It's rare that I spend more than ¥300 on a dress and have flea markets and recycle shops to thank for cute shoes. I'm over hostels but enjoy camping and cheap hotels. Despite its reputation for an expensive country, Japan is cheaper than you think.
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December 18th
The Cheeriest Christmas Markets in Tokyo
If you too like your holiday season with a bit of European flair.
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December 3rd
Top 10 Picks for Tokyo Winter Illuminations 2019-2020
See various Tokyo districts try to out-do each other!
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November 24th
The Best (and Worst) Times to Visit Tokyo
Planning your trip to Tokyo but not sure of the best time to come? There are pros and cons to each season.
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17 Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting
You'll want to bookmark this one.
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10 Places to Go Terrace Tippling in Tokyo
It’s a great season to sip a drink at a Tokyo terrace bar/cafe while reading a book or chatting with friends. Here are the top chill choices.
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July 10th
Tokyo Beer Gardens: Where to Spend a Summer Evening
Four picks for places to enjoy a tipple or two.
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April 15th
Low(er) Cost Lovin’: The Cheapo’s Guide to Tokyo Love Hotels
What they are, where to find them, how much they cost & how to book.
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February 19th
10 Fun Free Things to Do in Shibuya
It may seem like Shibuya only loves you for your money, but free activities abound. Here are some ideas for fun things to do in Tokyo's most popular neighborhood.
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Countryside Lodges in Japan: Holidays Subsidized by Your Ward Office
Many Tokyo wards own country lodges that can be rented cheaply by residents, including foreigners. Here's how.
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Connecting to Wifi in Tokyo and Japan
Easy ways of connecting to the interwebs.
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Koyo: 10 Places to See Autumn Leaves In and Around Tokyo
Prime spots to marvel at the stuff Mother Nature does with her pigment palette.
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July 24th
Day Trips from Tokyo: Hitting Up Hakone
Restorative hot springs, refreshing mountain walks and more!
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November 20th
Ice Ice, Baby: Where to Go Ice Skating in Tokyo
Indoor, outdoor and year-round options included.
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August 15th
Seishun 18 Ticket Season: 5 Short Trip Ideas from Tokyo
Five holiday getaways that are a breeze with the discount Seishun 18 rail ticket.
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Keeping Toasty: Tips and Tricks for Surviving Winter in Japan
Baby, it's cold outside. So here are some cheapo tips on keeping your home and yourself roasty toasty during winter.
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November 1st
Grutt Pass: The Ultimate Cheapo Deal for Museum Enthusiasts
Museum enthusiasts can take advantage of the Grutt Pass, a pass that allows free or discounted admission to 79 museums and attractions in Tokyo.
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October 31st
Bargain Bathing: Onsen in Tokyo
A guide to the best onsen in Tokyo. Info on hours, price and tattoo acceptance.
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Top 10 Reasons to Live in Tokyo
Get ready to pack your bags after reading our list.
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Interview with Grassroots Giveaway Group ‘Mottainai Japan’
We talk to the folks behind Mottainai Japan, a free recycling group on Facebook with 12,000 members and counting.
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October 26th
Favorite Fall Flavors: Autumn Sweets in Japan
A chill is in the air and yesterday I was even moved to turn on my oven and make soup. If the drop in temperature is provoking you to pack on a little extra insulation, read on. What follows is a roundup of some of the seasonal sweets that are […]
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Haunts for Halloween: Cheapo Guide to Costumes and Parties in Tokyo
See our guide to Tokyo Halloween celebrations 2016. Gather round, cheapo ghoulies and ghosties; the haunting season has arrived! Rehearse your most blood-curdling screams, pick up your cape from the dry cleaner, unearth your robes from the […]
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TV Party! – Netflix, Hulu, Amazon and Other TV Streaming Services in Japan
One small bummer of a thing when you’re living in a country not entirely your own is that YOU’RE MISSING YOUR SHOWS. Yeah, there are many strange and wonderful things about Japan: beautiful sights, amazing sounds, every day a challenge and an […]
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July 22nd
Japanese Cinema Discounts Tokyo
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better way to escape the heat than in a cool, dark, air-conditioned theater with a frosty drink in hand and some boom bang on the big screen? But movie ticket prices are steep in Japan, clocking in […]