July 17th
Japan’s Best 2018 Firework Festivals
Tens of thousands of fireworks against stunning backdrops—these firework festivals are not to be missed!
A Cheapo's guide to Things to Do in Tokyo
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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 Visit Hashima Island (Gunkanjima or Battleship Island)
You can visit Gunkanjima (Battleship Island) without spending a small fortune. Find out about tours to this abandoned […]
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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 27th
July 2018: Top Summer Events Around Japan
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—one of Japan's most famous festivals.
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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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May 29th
June 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Traditional dance festivals, parades, tea ceremonies, beer gardens, fun with yukata and more—June events in Japan offer […]
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May 23rd
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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May 21st
Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to Universal Studios Japan
Inside tips and tricks, tried and tested by seasoned cheapos.
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May 10th
The Cheapo Guide to Seeing Geisha, Geiko and Maiko in Kyoto
How and where to experience one of Japan's most elegant traditions.
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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
8 Cherry-Picked Cherry Blossom Spots in Osaka
As “Japan’s Kitchen”, there are few better places than Osaka to create the perfect hanami picnic. And […]
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March 1st
Cherry Blossom in Kyoto: The 15 Best Sakura Spots
Cherry blossoms in Kyoto make one of the most beautiful places in Japan even more stunning.
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March 1st
March 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Plum blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka and more!
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February 27th
Chill Out in Kochi, Shikoku’s Southern City
It’s compact and charming, and the palm-tree flanked boulevards add to Kochi's chilled-out vibe.
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February 12th
Hot Baths and Timeless Traditions in Naruko Onsen
The tiny mountain town in Miyagi Prefecture that you never knew you needed to visit.