January 15, 2020
Tabletop Gaming in Tokyo
A guide on where to get games, where to play them and even how to find people to play with.
Shopping
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Rent, Buy or Ship: A Guide to Getting Ski and Snowboard Gear in Japan
Where to find reasonably priced winter sports gear in Japan.
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Tokyo Winter Sales: 2019-2020 Roundup
Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's inventory at a bargain.
Shopping in Tokyo
It’s not all Prada and Louis Vuitton, there are plenty of fun and cheap places to be a consumer in Tokyo.
Harajuku is a good place for vintage (ie. used) clothing. You can try out Kinji or Mirror in Harajuku, stroll down the road to Bingo in Shibuya or head to nearby Shimokitazawa.
For a taste of ye olde Tokyo, fill your boots at Ameyokocho Market in Ueno. Don Quijote with stores everywhere is another cheapo shopping experience you shouldn’t miss.
And if you prefer to do your shopping online, Buyee is a good place to start.
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Guide to Vintage and Secondhand Camera Shops in Shinjuku
Shinjuku's West Exit Camera Town is where you'll find close to every camera available on the market.
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Tokyo’s Treasures: A Guide to Souvenir Japanese Antiques
In a nation of craftsmen and perfectionists, Japanese antiques are often high quality, and make for great souvenirs. Here are 5 items to look out for.
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How to Get Points Rebates from the Japanese Government’s Cashless Promotion
Convert your points to cash or use them towards purchases.
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17 Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting
You'll want to bookmark this one.
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August 12, 2019
A Guide to Shibuya 109 – Home of Tokyo’s Youth Fashion Scene
Towering over central Shibuya all its metallic silver glory, Shibuya 109 is a department store that couldn’t possibly exist anywhere else but Japan.
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August 10, 2019
Yoyogi Village: An Unconventional Oasis
Yoyogi Village is a pick-and-mix selection of eco-friendly shops, trendy cafes, terrace hangouts and a tropical garden with exotic plants.