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.
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February 12th
A Cheapo’s Guide to Visiting Fukuoka: Lively, Yet Laid Back
A stunner of a place, mixing ancient and modern in a relatively compact area, with some of the finest ramen.
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January 31st
February 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
February is filled with winter wonderlands, oyster fests, demons and Chinese New Year!
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January 20th
SponsoredTop 5 Things to Do in Oita Prefecture
Oita Prefecture is perfect for those who love hot springs, the outdoors and adventure.
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January 17th
Yamagata’s Sacred Mountain Temple: 1000 Steps to Serenity
Pay a visit and you'll see why the temple's been designated a Place of Scenic Beauty.
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January 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 it gets the season so right with these stunning […]
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December 28th
January 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, good luck festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!