May 31st
Osaka to Tokyo: The Fastest and Cheapest Ways to Get There
Handy information on travel options between Osaka and Tokyo. Bullet train, bus and more!
Blog Archives
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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 14th
Hoppin’ on the Brew Wagon: Kanazawa’s Best Craft Beer Bars
Albeit a little late to the game, these Kanazawa craft beer spots are serving up cold ones in some quirky and unique locales.
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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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May 2nd
Singing Crane: Transforming Vintage Obi into Beautiful Guitar Straps
After returning from Berlin to settle in Kyoto, Ayumi and TJ have found themselves crafting beautiful guitar straps from […]
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May 2nd
Awestruck in Japan: 12 Natural Wonders to See This Summer
When you think of Japan, you may think of the metropolis that is Tokyo, or the stunning Temples of Kyoto, but Japan has […]
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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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April 9th
Okonomiyaki: The History of Hiroshima’s Soul Food (and Where to Try Some)
Dig in to Hiroshima’s favorite fare: the okonomiyaki. And with 2000 restaurants dedicated to the dish, you’ll be spoiled […]
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April 4th
April 2018: Top Cheapo 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 31st
2018 Japan Cherry Blossom Season Forecast
The 2018 Japan cherry blossom forecast is out! Find out when's best to see sakura in all the major cities around the country.
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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 27th
Osaka’s Forgotten Delicacy: Kushikatsu (and Where to Try It)
One of Osaka's specialties, head to one of these kushikatsu restaurants for a easy and tasty meal.
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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 27th
A Guide to Booking Hotels in Japan
Business hotels aren't the most spacious, but have everything you need at seriously cheapo prices.
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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.