June 26th, 2017
Tokyo Zoos and Aquariums: Your Guide to Furry, Feathery and Finny Friends
Famed for pandas and whale sharks, these Tokyo zoos and aquariums have some high-profile guests and are perfect for a […]
Yokohama and Kanagawa Guide
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Articles about Yokohama and Kanagawa
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June 14th, 2017
Top Spots for Sunrise and Sunset Viewing in Tokyo
Long day exploring? Long night dancing? Seeing the city skyline in the warm glow of a Tokyo sunset or sunrise is an […]
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May 31st, 2017
5 Summer Escapes From Tokyo
Five unique getaways from Tokyo to suit any taste!
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Restaurants and cafés in Yokohama and Kanagawa
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Post by Honey at Zaimokuza Terrace
A delightful seafront terrace restaurant in Kamakura serving up good-value meals.
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Sun’s Market Café
Azamino
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Mill Coffee and Stand
This coffee shop scores in all areas. Really good espresso with freshly roasted beans on sale, […]
Events in Yokohama and Kanagawa
Eating & Drinking in Yokohama and Kanagawa
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8+ Places to Go Terrace Tippling in Tokyo
It’s a great season to sip wine at a Tokyo terrace bar/cafe while reading a book or chatting with friends. Here are 7+ […]
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April 17th, 2017
Explore the Showa Streets of the Shinyokohama Raumen Museum
Slurp ramen in Showa-period streets at the world's first food-themed amusement park: Yokohama's lesser-known Raumen Museum!
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March 28th, 2017
Tokyo’s 10 Best Value Craft Beer Bars
The cheapest way to enjoy a glass of craft in Tokyo is to buy some at a bottle shop and drink it either outside or at […]
- December 19th, 2016
Cheapo Christmas Markets in Tokyo
- November 17th, 2016
Tea in a Tree House Cafe
- September 23rd, 2016
Tokyo Farmers Markets: A Mini Guide
- August 1st, 2016
7 Best Budget Sushi Restaurants in Tokyo
- April 11th, 2016
Choo-Choo! All Aboard Tokyo’s Best Sushi Train Restaurant
- November 27th, 2015
Sweets Paradise Tokyo: All-You-Can-Eat Desserts
- December 16th, 2014
Hanbey: A Cheap Trip Back to the Showa Period
- November 11th, 2014
Antenna America: Unpretentious West Coast Craft Beer
- August 15th, 2014
Napoli’s Pizza – Viva the One Coin Pizza Revolution
- April 15th, 2014
Tenya: Cheapo Tempura Chain
- March 19th, 2014
Caffé Veloce: Cheapo-Friendly Caffeine and Sandwiches
- January 24th, 2014
Denny's for Basics and Brunch
- December 26th, 2013
Hako Soba – The Working Man's Noodle Shop
- September 30th, 2013
Omusubi Gonbei – Cheap, Classy Rice Balls
- August 23rd, 2013
Seto Udon – Spacious, Relaxing Noodle Shop
- July 2nd, 2013
Genki Sushi – Fresh, Cheap, and in English!
- February 23rd, 2013
Sushi Misakimaru – Cheapo Sushi at a Train Station Near You
- January 25th, 2013
French Breads and Japanese Tastes Swirl Together at Mont Thabor Bakery
- January 11th, 2013
Ichiran – Customize your own Bowl of Ramen
- December 5th, 2012
A Merry-Sushi-Go-Round at Ganso Zushi
- November 28th, 2012
Soupy Soup Days at Soup Stock Tokyo
Entertainment in Yokohama and Kanagawa
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May 24th, 2017
A Day in Showa Tokyo: Top 5 Showa Sightseeing Spots in the Capital
Japan's Showa-era (1926-1989) was a period of dramatic change - learn more with our pick of the top 5 Showa-themed […]
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Festival of Lights: Top 5 Firefly Nights Around Tokyo
Fireflies mark the unofficial start to summertime in Tokyo—here's a list of festivals where you can check out this […]
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May 16th, 2017
5 Spots To Visit In Tokyo If You’re Too Broke To Go To Kyoto
Too broke to make it to Kyoto? Here are 5 lovely spots reminiscent of the ancient capital in Tokyo — bamboo forest, […]
- May 16th, 2017
Day Trip from Tokyo: The Green and Dreamy Sankei-en Garden
- May 11th, 2017
The 5 Best Castles In and Around Tokyo
- May 2nd, 2017
The Wacky, Wonderful and Weird Museums of Tokyo
- April 28th, 2017
The Kamakura Mega Guide
- April 25th, 2017
Tokyo Golden Week: Tips for Avoiding the Crowd
- March 22nd, 2017
The Top 3 Spring Day Trips from Tokyo: Awesome Blossoms
- March 22nd, 2017
April 2017: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo
- March 6th, 2017
How to Hanami with a Twist: Unique Ways to Enjoy Cherry Blossom Season
- February 14th, 2017
March 2017: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo
- February 7th, 2017
Cheapo Valentine’s Day Ideas
- February 2nd, 2017
Plum Blossoms in Tokyo
- January 5th, 2017
11 Cheapo Ideas for a Rainy Day in Tokyo
- December 29th, 2016
Japanese New Year: Traditions, Countdowns and Fireworks in Tokyo
- December 21st, 2016
January 2017: 5 Events Not to Miss
- December 9th, 2016
Taro Okamoto: Abstract Art at Cheapo Prices
- November 24th, 2016
Ice Ice, Baby: Where to Go Ice Skating in Tokyo
- October 13th, 2016
Tokyo: Free 7 Days a Week
- October 3rd, 2016
The Contemporary Art Scene in Yokohama
- October 3rd, 2016
October 2016: 5 Events Not to Miss in Tokyo
- August 24th, 2016
Tokyo Cheapo 101: Beginner’s Guide to Tokyo
- August 11th, 2016
6 Cheapo Pools in Tokyo
Shopping in Yokohama and Kanagawa
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How to Buy a Kimono in Tokyo Without Breaking the Bank
Kimono never go out of style — read our insider tips and tricks to buying one of the most sought-after Japanese souvenirs.
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6 Outlet Malls Around Tokyo
Good spots for some Christmas shopping on the cheap!
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GU: Modern Tokyo Fashion on a Budget
Let’s begin with all cards on the table. For me, when it comes to cheapo fashion and bargain hunting, vintage shops and […]
- June 4th, 2013
Off House: Furnish your apartment without selling your soul to pay for it
- April 30th, 2013
Seria: the Classiest 100 yen Shop in Tokyo
- April 23rd, 2013
Hard Off Tokyo: Affordable Electronics, Instruments, and Recycled “Junk”
- April 16th, 2013
Uniqlo: The Best Things in Life are Cheap
- April 15th, 2013
Ozeki Supermarket – Cheapo Grocery Perfection
- April 10th, 2013
Okashi no Machioka – Cheapo 'Dagashi' Sweet Shop
- February 26th, 2013
Mode Off – Clothes so Cheap, the Hardest Part is Carrying Them all Back Home
- February 17th, 2013
Forget H&M and Uniqlo – Here’s Tokyo’s Stockpile of Good, Cheap Rags
- December 17th, 2012
Y's Mart – A No-frills Cheapo Supermarket
- October 30th, 2012
3 Coins (and some change)
- October 26th, 2012
Lawson Store 100
- May 8th, 2012
Tokyo’s Cheapest Supermarket? – OK
Living in Yokohama and Kanagawa
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5 Easy Ways to Recycle Clothes in Tokyo
A lot of cheapos have asked us how to go about recycling their used but still perfectly decent threads, so we’ve […]
Getting Around in Yokohama and Kanagawa
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June 12th, 2016
The Cheapo Tokyo Beach Trip
As a reward for scrimping and saving, every good cheapo deserves a beach break once in a while, and the Tokyo area has […]
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September 24th, 2015
Cheapest Transport to Get From Narita Airport to Tokyo
For newcomers to Tokyo it can come as quite a surprise that Tokyo’s main international gateway—Narita Airport—is […]
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May 12th, 2015
Docomo Bike Sharing and Rental in Tokyo and Yokohama
Bike share schemes have been a big hit in major cities in Europe and you’d think Tokyo with its high density and […]
- November 6th, 2013
Rent an Electric Bike: Cheap Things to do in Tokyo
- August 1st, 2012
Kamakura Hiking and a Hidden Mountain Cafe
Recommended hotels near Yokohama and Kanagawa
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