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.
Blog Archives
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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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October 8th
The Best Ways for Getting Around Kanazawa
There are plenty of easy ways to get around Kanazawa depending on your group needs or time constraints.
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September 28th
Where Time Stands Still: Surviving Layovers in Japan’s Busiest Airports
What to do on your Japan airport layover? Don't just sit around—try a tour, take a refreshing shower or chow down on […]
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September 26th
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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September 17th
An Indie Band’s Guide to Touring Japan
Organize a successful band tour of Japan—tips for what to plan before you arrive, where to play, how to get around 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 12th
Japan For Foodies: 47 Prefectures, 47 Must-Try Dishes
Discover Japan's culinary diversity—one delicious local dish at a time.
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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 30th
Pet or Threat: Wildlife in Your Japanese Home
Whether you’re living in Japan or just visiting, here’s a list of 10 critters commonly found in Japanese homes and how […]
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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 […]
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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
Hirosaki Guide: Japan in a Nutshell
At first glance, Hirosaki might look like just another small provincial Japanese city, rundown even, but there’s […]
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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 2018: 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 25th
All the Reasons You Need to Move to Fukuoka
Why Japan’s sixth-largest metropolis is attracting more and more foreign residents.
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July 24th
6 Summer Day Trips from Osaka
The top 6 summer day trips from Osaka and how to get there. Tunnel hikes, waterfalls, sandy beaches and more!
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July 24th
6 Summer Day Trips from Kyoto
With more shrines than skyscrapers, Japan’s ancient capital is the idyllic traditional city. But when the summer […]
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July 20th
Sun, Sea and Surf: Japan’s Best Beaches
More than just nice shores—Japan beaches offer onsen, incredible views, sand slopes and even views of Fuji while you sunbathe!