January 10th
Guide to Seeing Geisha, Geiko and Maiko in Kyoto
How and where to experience one of Japan's most elegant traditions.
A Cheapo's guide to Things to Do in Tokyo
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January 7th
Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to Universal Studios Japan
Insider tips and tricks, tried and tested by seasoned cheapos.
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December 28th
January 2019: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, good luck festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!
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December 22nd
Kanazawa’s Best Cherry Blossom Spots
Plan a trip to Kanazawa for cherry blossom viewing at the famous Kenrokuen gardens and other stunning spots in the […]
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December 22nd
Spending an Evening with Geisha in Kanazawa
A evening spent with the geisha in Kanazawa is an opportunity not to be missed. The night's are intimate and the sake […]
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December 20th
Nishiki Market: Exploring Kyoto’s 400-Year-Old Kitchen
Take a stroll through one of Kyoto's oldest shopping streets.
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December 8th
A Guide to Japan’s Underground Worlds
Our guide to Japan underground offers a unique way to explore the country. Visit caves, tunnels, drains and even […]
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December 6th
Top 7 Picks for Osaka Winter Illuminations 2018-19
Already-neon Osaka will shine a little brighter during the holiday season!
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December 6th
Top 5 Picks for Kyoto Winter Illuminations 2018-19
All the festive feels at these Kyoto winter illumination events!
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December 6th
Japan’s Best Winter Festivals and How to Get There from Tokyo
Winter in Japan is more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival. See how the season gets it so right with these stunning […]
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December 5th
Mega Guide to the Sapporo Snow Festival
It's best to plan early as accommodation and travel options book up quickly!
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November 28th
Shodoshima on Two Wheels
Cycling is the perfect way to explore the Shodoshima, the picturesque island in the Seto Inland Sea.
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November 27th
December 2018: Top Events Around Japan
Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon & enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
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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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October 26th
Top 12 Spots for Autumn Leaves in Japan
Get your fall fix wherever you are in Japan—from Hokkaido’s mountain ranges to the secret valleys of Kansai, there’s […]
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October 20th
Viewing Autumn Leaves in Kyoto and Beyond
While the cherry blossom front begins in the south and ends in the north, it’s the other way around for autumn […]
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October 19th
Osaka in Autumn: 10 Places to Enjoy the Changing Leaves
Osaka’s autumn leaves transform quiet corners of the busy city into seasonal treats, from temples to mountains and beyond.
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October 15th
November 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
From fire-walking to ramen, the Grand Sumo Tournament to a massive flea market, and more!
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September 13th
Hitting the Highs in Japan’s Kitchen: 10 Things to Do in Osaka
Known as Japan’s Kitchen and home to dozens of weird and wonderful sights, Osaka is the second largest metropolitan area […]
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September 11th
October 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
The world's biggest tug-of-war, shrine festivals, parades, scary mud monsters and more!
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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 10th
September 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
The hottest events to catch in Japan this September.
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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 […]