Where to Get Hiking Gear in Japan
A handy guide on where and when to buy hiking gear and how to find bargains.
A handy guide on where and when to buy hiking gear and how to find bargains.
A step towards sustainability while keeping your wallet in check.
Where to buy and sell used bicycles in Tokyo.
A few easy ways to support local business in Japan (while nabbing yourself a bargain too).
Make some yen from your overflowing closet and clutter.
Designer wear for a fraction of the price.
Don't know a lick of Japanese? Let us help you navigate supermarket aisles and identify the most common food staples.
Shinjuku's West Exit Camera Town is where you'll find close to every camera available on the market.
Convert your points to cash or use them towards purchases.
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With so many options for Japanese knives, where should you start?
Some fantastic shops that support craftmakers, focus on sustainable products and offer handmade creations that will …
Unlike Taiwan, Hong Kong and Korea, Japan doesn’t have much of a night market scene, but there are a few dotted around …
Whether you’re here on vacation or living in Tokyo for the long haul, there’s a very high chance you’ll spend a little …
Love all things cherry blossoms? Here's a guide to seasonal and limited-edition sakura items (food, drinks, tumblers) …
If you're in Japan long enough to start missing your favorite foods, fear not, these Tokyo import stores are stocked!
Save some $$$ by doing your own nail, hair and eyelash treatments.
Kimono never go out of style—read our insider tips and tricks to buying one of the most sought-after Japanese souvenirs.
The yukata is the casual summer cousin of the kimono. Lightweight and eternally in style, yukata are great for personal …
Japanese's love of quality and skill mean you can buy some pretty impressive suits at these 6 Tokyo suit shops - with …
Christmas shopping season is upon us, but we're here to make it a whole lot easier.
A foodie haven below the busy streets of Tokyo.
Shinjuku is a one-stop shop of department stores and megastores, with every name you've heard of and plenty more you haven't.