Mareike became a cheapo out of sheer necessity as a PhD candidate in marine ecology. She saves every yen to finance diving trips to remote locations and a mild fashion addiction. She likes to put the eco into cheapo, and is a firm believer than you often can save your wallet and the environment by reducing and reusing. She likes to write about fashion, beauty, travel and sustainability.
Discover the buzzing, artsy, foodie wonderland that is Sapporo
A three-day itinerary exploring Japan’s untouched mountain range in the Towada-Hachimantai National Park.
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Don't know a lick of Japanese? Let us help you navigate supermarket aisles and identify the most common food staples.
Explore your options from Okinawa up to Tokyo.
Get a taste for Japan's breathtaking and diverse underwater landscapes at Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium—one of the best and biggest aquariums in the world!
Experience parts of the temple which are normally off-limits to the public.
Diving in Japan offers the unique chance to sea tiny macro life to rays, sharks and dolphins!
Etiquette tips, what to expect and ryokan recommendations.
A guide of Japanese terms and brands to look out for if you want to buy ethical and free-range eggs, dairy and meat.
Why Japan’s sixth-largest metropolis is attracting more and more foreign residents.
Save the ocean–and your wallet!
