The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Old-school arcades, Japanese knives, and the lucky Billiken await.
An old-school cinema in Shinsekai, screening past hits and other things of a rather risqué and not-suitable-for-work nature.
Get ready for colorful nights, culinary delights — and much more.
The city is famous for its traditional wooden houses—and you can rent one of these "machiya" for your holiday.
The best local sights, bites, and experiences.
The centerpiece of Shuzenji, Tokko no Yu is the oldest and most sacred hot spring in the area.
Let's-a go! Find out how to get tickets—and what to do when you're there.
Get to know the city's retro scene, through the eyes of local experts.
Deer, more deer, and Buddha's nostril — Nara is just awesome.
How to spend 48 hours off the coast of Niigata.
Explore the shiny new stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen — an easy trip from Tokyo.
Visit the Upopoy National Ainu Museum, Lake Akan and more.
Find out about tours to this abandoned island in Nagasaki Prefecture.
Stroll through Edo-period Japan along the historical Nakasendo Trail.
Learn about samurai history and explore old samurai castles and preserved ancient villages.
Walk, hike, and cycle through some of Japan’s most iconic nature and enjoy some of the freshest and tastiest seafood, beef and sake the country has to offer.
An underground museum showing the tragedy of war, and the value of peace
Awazu Onsen is home to one of the world's oldest hotels, cave-carved temples and a fun local crafts scene.
Six suggestions for a special start to 2020.
Long-time Japan resident and Cheapo co-founder Greg Lane picks the top 10 castles for visitors.