November 27th
December 2019: Top Events Around Japan
Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon & enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
A Cheapo's guide to Things to Do in Tokyo
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November 25th
The Overachieving Shukkei-en Garden and Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum
There is a garden in Hiroshima that is bigger on the inside than the outside. Leave the city’s main train station and […]
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September 4th
Kyoto Top Attractions: 12 Must-See Sights in Japan’s Ancient Capital
A comprehensive Kyoto top attractions list — so you don't miss out on any of the beauty, wonder and entertainment the […]
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August 22nd
The Beauty of Japan’s Kii Peninsula
World Heritage Sites, stunningly beautiful natural creations and spiritual hubs — Kii Peninsula is a quiet corner of […]
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August 5th
Things to Do in Iwakuni: City of Castles, Snakes and Sushi
What to do in Iwakuni—a traditional castle town famous for its seasonal beauty in spring and fall, plus its white […]
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August 3rd
Top 5 Summer Day Trips from Sapporo
Visit mountains, lavender fields, beaches and plenty of traditional towns!
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August 1st
Summer Sonic: The Lowdown on Kansai’s Hottest Music Festival
Everything you need to know about the Osaka leg of Summer Sonic.
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July 30th
Summer’s Final Struggle: Shimogamo’s Yatori-no Shinji Festival
August 6th traditionally marked the end of summer. On this day, locals bid farewell to the dangerously hot season at the […]
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July 30th
August 2019: Top Cheapo Events in Japan
Some of Japan's best festivals take place in August. Lucky us, they're mostly free too!
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July 28th
Cosplayers Assemble at Nagoya’s World Cosplay Summit
A guide to the World Cosplay Summit, an annual international cosplay event that Nagoya has been hosting since 2003.
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July 17th
Japan’s Best 2018 Firework Festivals
Tens of thousands of fireworks against stunning backdrops—these firework festivals are not to be missed!
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July 17th
Japan’s Most Unique and Beautiful National Parks
There's just so much to see outside of the city!
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July 9th
Summertime Light Festivals in Nara
With a number of light festivals, August is a great time to take in the atmosphere of the ancient capital.
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July 2nd
How to Spend Little to No Money at the Gion Matsuri in Kyoto
Gion Matsuri has so many free events. What can/should you actually spend money on?!
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June 12th
Dogo Onsen: Where Gods, Emperors and Spirits Go to Soak
An ancient Japanese onsen with 3,000 years of history, and inspiration for the Miyazaki classic Spirited Away.
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June 11th
Kansai Summertime Guide: Firework Festivals in Kyoto, Osaka and Beyond
Mark your calendars for these not-to-be missed firework festivals taking place all over Kansai!
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June 7th
5 Cheapo Ideas for a Rainy Day in Kanazawa
Heading to Kanazawa? Best read this—and pack an umbrella.
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April 30th
May 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
May is certainly busy in Japan, with a whole flurry of festivals just in the first weekend for Golden Week! Wherever you […]
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April 19th
Japanese Stamp Books: The Alternative Traveler’s Souvenir
A unique and beautiful way of recording your travels throughout Japan.
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March 27th
Spend a Sightseeing Day in Sendai
Discover Sendai, one of the biggest cities in Japan and an easy 90 minutes from Tokyo.
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March 26th
Shinsekai: Osaka’s ‘New Town’ from Times Gone By
The streets of Shinsekai, Osaka were designed with the future in mind, but are full of the charm of years gone by.
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March 15th
10 Unforgettable Day Trips from Osaka
Easy day trips from Osaka offering all kinds of adventure: from onsen towns to the complete ninja experience and even a […]
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March 15th
Japan’s 5 Deadliest Festivals: Fire, Rivers and Bamboo Spears!
Some of the celebrations that often end in loss of life and limb...
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March 1st
March 2019: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Plum blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka and more!