August 19th
Nishiki Market: Exploring Kyoto’s 400-year-old Kitchen
Take a stroll through one of Kyoto's oldest shopping streets.
Blog Archives
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August 18th
September 2017: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
The hottest events to catch in Japan this September.
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August 10th
10th Anniversary Yōkai Train Event in Kyoto
Dress spooky and join other passengers on the Kyoto Yokai (Ghost) Train Event —and get a discount on your travels while […]
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August 8th
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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August 1st
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 27th
August 2017: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Some of Japan's best festivals take place in August. Lucky us, they're mostly free too!
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July 26th
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 26th
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 26th
Celebrating the REAL Tanabata in Kyoto
Tanabata: A Love Story You may think that Tanabata only occurs on the memorable date of 7/7 (July 7th). But the Tanabata […]
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July 20th
Shopping Sprees and Foodie Feasts in Japan’s Koreatowns
Visit Koreatown in Osaka or Tokyo for food, shopping and cosmetics!
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July 20th
Japan’s Great Outdoors: Exploring Hokkaido’s Natural Beauty
Hokkaido and nature are practically synonymous - read our guide on various outdoor activities and plan your own Hokkaido […]
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July 12th
5 Places in Japan You Should Not Visit … Unless You Bring Spare Underwear
5 of the scariest places in Japan that are not for the faint of heart—abandoned schoolhouses, hallucinations and other […]
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July 4th
How to Spend Money at Gion Matsuri
Gion Matsuri has so many free events. What can you actually spend money on?!
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July 4th
Geisha Beer Gardens in Kyoto
A rare chance to spend an evening with geisha without having to pay a hefty sum.
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June 30th
Going Full Cheapo at Japan’s Secondhand Shops
New to the country? Need a lot of stuff for cheap? Visit these secondhand shops in Japan and you'll be comfy and cozy in […]
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June 30th
Escaping from Japan’s Alcatraz: Abashiri Prison
Abashiri was the perfect location for a prison from which it was near to impossible to escape. See what life was like […]
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June 21st
Kansai Summertime Guide: Fireworks 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 21st
Dragon Food: Fire Ramen in Kyoto
Setting your dinner alight is a sure-fire way to spice up your evening, as well as create a delicious bowl of ramen!
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June 9th
The Ultimate Miyajima Sightseeing Guide
More than just its famous floating torii gate - Miyajima is rich with spectacular views, breath-taking walking routes […]
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June 9th
Late Flight? Delayed Departure? Passing Time at Hokkaido’s New Chitose Airport
There's lots to do while waiting for your flight right in New Chitose Airport—taste local specialties, take in a movie, […]
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June 8th
Hokkaido Lavender Fields and Other Summer Blossoms
One of the most stunning sights you'll ever see, but getting there is difficult. Let us help with our transportation […]
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May 24th
Hiking Through the Twilight Zone at Lake Toya
Lake Toya is considered Hokkaido’s three great landscapes. Plus, onsen, hiking & summertime fireworks, the area makes […]
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May 24th
Road Trip! Exploring Hokkaido’s Vast Beauty by Car
We offer up some tips to help you plan your Hokkaido road trip — it's more cheapo-friendly than you expect and is a […]
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May 17th
A Day in Sapporo: The Definitive Guide to Sightseeing
Views, architecture, beer and fresh seafood—a whole day of adventure awaits you in Sapporo!