Budget Travel
5 Reasons Japan is a Budget Traveler’s Dream Destination
Forget full moon parties in Koh Phangan or rickshawing through the streets of Hanoi, there’s a new budget paradise in town.
By GaijinPot Blog 5 min read
5 Guided Tours Where You Can Experience Tokyo Like A Local
Crash courses in bar lingo, uncovering secret hideouts and boozing up in suburbs, these tours will show you the true Tokyo.
Why Are These Things So Expensive in Japan?
Movies, pizza, bullet trains and mobile phones seem more expensive in Japan than elsewhere. Here's how you can save.
3 Simple Ways to Discover Japan’s Unique Food Culture
Let Japan and its unique culture of food blow your mind — and your senses — with amazing “konbini,” exclusive “ekiben” and subterranean “depachika.”
Golden Week 2019: Make the Most of This Year’s Super-Sized Break
Day trips, overnight stays or something longer, here are three “Platinum” Week options.
Making Reservations in Japanese
Failsafe ways to book accommodations, tickets and dinners out in Japan.
5 Tips for Women Traveling Solo in Japan
One of the world’s safest countries, Japan can still be daunting for lone female travelers.
4 Tips for Getting the Best out of the Sapporo Snow Festival
Reduce needless travel stress and have a better experience at this year’s 70th anniversary winter festival.
Ultimate Guide to Observation Decks and Elevated Views in 7 Major Japanese Cities
Brush up on the best lookouts in Sapporo, Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and Nagasaki.
For Tokyo’s Best Budget Accommodation Sakura Hotel & Hostel Wins Every Time
Six things that set this pioneer of foreigner-friendly accommodation apart from the rest.
Top 5 Crazy Hotels for Budget Travelers
Venture to some decidedly "untouristy" spots in Japan with these recommendations for unique — and still affordable — overnight options.
Planes, Trains & Automobiles: 7 Low-Budget Travel Options for Japan this Winter
Looking to do some budget traveling in Japan for Christmas and the New Year? Plan a winter holiday in Japan that won't deplete your bank this winter season.
