July 8th
7 Cheapo Tips for Keeping Cool in Tokyo Summer
Don't spend the Tokyo summer months complaining about the electricity bill draining your finances, here are 7 tips and […]
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July 6th
Interview with Hirofumi Gomi: Japan’s Haunted House Master
Interview with Hirofumi Gomi, Japan's leading producer of haunted house attractions. Learn about what inspires him and […]
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July 5th
8 Peaceful Picnic Spots in Tokyo
Cherry blossom season isn't the only time to roll out your mat and prepare your picnic basket! Check out the top picnic […]
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July 5th
What to Expect at a Japanese Summer Festival
Japan has festivals all year round, but July-September is the season when they peak. Our events section doesn’t […]
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July 5th
Tokyo BBQ Spots: Summer Eats and Sunny Days
Kick summer into high gear with an outdoor BBQ party. You can even arrive empty-handed—most spots supply both the […]
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July 5th
Summer 2018: Tokyo Pop Culture Events
With cosplay, idols, figures, giant pikachus and more, summer 2018 is shaping up to be a great time for pop culture […]
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July 3rd
How Much to Budget for Fuji Rock, Summer Sonic and Other Summer Music Festivals
Get ready to party with our guide to maxing out the fun and minimizing the expenses at Japan's biggest summer music festivals.
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July 3rd
Getting from Tokyo to Fuji Rock: Your Transport Options
Wondering how to get your cheapo self from Tokyo to Fuji Rock for some crazy music action? We wrote this one just for you.
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July 3rd
Tokyo to Kyoto: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways
A comparison of the different ways to get from Tokyo to Kyoto. Is it fastest and best to take the bullet train (shinkansen)?
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July 2nd
A Day Tripping Guide to Kawagoe: The Little Edo
Just 30 minutes from Tokyo is Kawagoe, a traditional Japanese town with Edo-era architecture and aesthetic.
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June 29th
Renting a Wifi Router in Japan: The Best Options
The lowdown on cheapo choices for pocket connectivity.
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June 28th
The Golden Guide to Golden Gai
Golden Gai is a collection of mismatched, tumbledown bars lining alleyways in a darkened, strangely inviting corner of […]
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Guide to Free Wifi Cafes in Tokyo
Where to go when you need a cuppa and connectivity.
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Quick Guide to SIM Cards in Japan: Budget-Friendly Short and Long-Term Options
The lowdown on prices, providers, pick-up points and more, to help you scoop the best deal.
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The Tokyo Summer Fireworks Guide
Get your yukata and picnic baskets ready—here's our guide to all the Tokyo fireworks festivals both big and small!
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June 19th
July 2018: 5 Tokyo Events Not to Miss
A list of some free or affordable Tokyo events worth attending in July 2018!
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June 15th
11 Books to Read Before You Come to Japan
Top literary picks to make your stay that much more memorable.
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June 13th
Tokyo to Kawaguchiko: A Day Trip to Fuji’s Nearest Neighbor
Cheapo tips for a fabulous visit to one of Fuji's five lakes.
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June 12th
Summer Bus Tours From Tokyo: Flowers, Fuji and Fruit
For those who like sightseeing, but with none of that pesky planning!
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June 12th
Tokyo to Mount Fuji: Getting There and Back
Planning a trip to Fuji-San? Here are the cheapest, fastest and easiest ways of getting there from Tokyo.
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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 […]
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June 11th
Eating with the Season: 12 Japanese Summer Foods to Try
Japanese summer foods are tasty, refreshing, light—and sometimes you have to catch it yourself! Read on for the season's […]
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How to Buy a Yukata in Tokyo Without Breaking the Bank
The yukata is the casual summer cousin of the kimono. Lightweight and eternally in style, yukata are great for personal […]