June 17th
Alternatives to Climbing Mount Fuji
For those of you who'd rather see Fuji-san than stand on top of it.
A Cheapo's guide to Things to Do in Tokyo
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June 13th
5 Fun Ideas for a Rainy Day in Kyoto
Get that umbrella ready.
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June 13th
July 2019: 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 11th
Tips and Tricks for Buying Tickets to Universal Studios Japan
Online or in the line?
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May 18th
Hiking in Hiroshima: Sandankyo Gorge
A great day trip from Hiroshima, Sandankyo Gorge is the perfect hiking location considered one of the Top 5 Special […]
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May 16th
Climbing Mount Fuji from Sea to Summit, in Photos
Why not try it yourself, this summer?
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May 15th
Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to Universal Studios Japan
Read insider tips and tricks, tried and tested by seasoned cheapos.
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May 15th
Gold Leaf and Geisha: Top 10 Things to See in Kanazawa
Quieter than Kyoto and offering a similar traditional feel, Kanazawa is quite literally a treasure trove of traditional […]
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April 29th
June 2019: 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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April 23rd
Surviving Golden Week in Kyoto
How to navigate a full 10 days of holiday in Kyoto!
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April 15th
May 2019: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, flower festivals and more!
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April 10th
Dinosaurs, Temples and Tea in Fukui
Fukui city is all too often just a jumping off point for visitors to Eiheiji Temple, but the town, in Fukui Prefecture […]
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April 10th
See the Monks at Eiheiji Zen Temple in Fukui
A guide to visit this impressive Zen Buddhist complex—or stay overnight and practice living like a monk.
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April 5th
Top Diving Sites in Japan
Diving in Japan offers the unique chance to sea tiny macro life to rays, sharks and dolphins!
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March 27th
SponsoredBath Hopping Through One of Japan’s Historic Hot Springs: Arima Onsen
Located just outside of Kobe, Arima Onsen is a hot spring town that’s well worth a day trip, or even better a […]
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March 27th
SponsoredA Day Trip to Otaru: Hokkaido’s Most Underrated Tourist Destination
Sapporo is a great city, and Niseko is a famed ski destination with incredible snowscapes—but there’s so much more to […]
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March 27th
SponsoredBeyond Himeji: Top Reasons to Explore Hyogo
Food, fun, and high-end designer fashion, here’s a side to Hyogo you need to get to know.
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March 27th
SponsoredGetting Cultural in Kyoto: A Crash Course
More than just signing up for a tea ceremony and slipping on a kimono.
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March 26th
A Quick 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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March 24th
Journey to Jomon Sugi: Yakushima’s Oldest Tree
Follow abandoned train tracks and hike through moss-covered forests to find Yakushima’s oldest tree, Jomon Sugi, with […]
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March 22nd
8 Cherry-Picked Cherry Blossom Spots in Osaka
Know where to go this sakura season.
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March 22nd
April 2019: Top Events Around Japan
Cherry blossoms, spring festivals and the promise of summer: April is one of the best times to be in Japan!
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March 22nd
Cherry Blossom in Kyoto: The 15 Best Sakura Spots
A range of places to embrace or avoid the spring crowds-depending on your travel preferences.
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March 21st
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 […]