Tokyo events for Monday, August 14 to Sunday, August 20, 2023.
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Tokyo Cheapo staff recommend some of the best budget sushi Tokyo eateries.
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New Ride Zokkon Opens at Fuji Q Highland Theme Park
You won't need a license to ride this motorcycle.
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Mount Fuji: How to Climb Japan’s Most Famous Mountain
If climbing Mount Fuji is your summer to-do this year, here’s what you need to know.
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The Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo
All the budget ways of getting into town.
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Tokyo Beer Gardens: Where to Spend a Summer Evening
Here are some great picks to enjoy a tipple or two.
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August 2023: 5 Tokyo Events Not to Miss
A round-up of the top August events, including traditional Japanese festivals, fireworks, and cosplay.
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Managing Risks and Danger: A Guide to Safe Travel in Japan
It's true: Japan has a low crime rate, but that's only one piece of the travel safety puzzle. Here's what to know to stay safe …
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What’s the Deal with CBD and THC in Japan? Featuring Chillaxy CEO Toshiki Inoue
We unweave the laws and rules behind cannabis, THC, and CBD in Japan.
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Things to Do in Kabukichō
Curious about Tokyo's entertainment and red-light district? Here are 9 ways to explore Tokyo's seedy, "0-to-100" side.
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What’s New For Summer in Japan
Got summer plans? We've got the best of what's new for summer 2023, what's on for a limited time, and what to see before time …
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Take a Trip to Takao: Tokyo’s Favorite Mountain
Explore hiking trails, delicacies, and unusual shrines atop one of Tokyo's closest mountains.
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Leaving That Baggage Behind: Luggage Storage in Tokyo
Weighed down? These options for luggage storage in Tokyo will have you adventuring, bag-free, in no time.
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Japan Inflation Watch: Theme Park Edition
We're sad to report it's not just the Japan Rail Pass. Price increases are coming to Tokyo Disney, USJ, and more.
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Taylor Swift comes to Tokyo in 2024
The pre-sale lottery for The Eras Tour at Tokyo Dome is open now until July 10. If you hope to get tickets for February 2024, …
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July 2023: 5 Tokyo Events Not to Miss
A list of some free or affordable Tokyo events worth attending in July 2023!
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Toggle Hotel Suidobashi
Toggle Hotel Suidobashi - instagramable rooms and great value for 2 - 4 friends sharing. Whilst the immediate vicinity isn't a tourist hotspot, it is still a central area with good train/metro access.
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AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza
AC Hotel offers a comfortable hideaway in and outside of your room with plenty of areas to work or relax in -- including a lounge and roof terrace.
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Sequence Miyashita Park
Sequence hotels are a cheapo favorite. They are no-frills stylish and found in excellent locations --- a Japanese business hotel but for hipsters if you will. Apart from a frustrating self check-in experience (if your name isn't Japanese just …
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Shinshuen Garden
A traditional Chinese-style garden with decorative pond located in Kawasaki Daishi Park just to the southeast of Kawasaki Daishi. Admission is free and there are rarely any crowds. Closed on Mondays except when there's a national holiday on …
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Baji Koen Equestrian Park
An original 1964 Olympic venue, Baji Koen made a reappearance at the 2020 Olympics as a venue for the majority of the equestrian-related events. Tokyo's Olympic hosting plan was made up of 50% pre-existing venues including the green Baji Koen in …
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Higo-Hosokawa Garden
Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now modern-day Kumamoto, the gardens and residence have been been preserved and are now open to the public. The main mansions of the feudal lords were …