Budget Travel
How to Save Money While Traveling Around Japan
Simple ways to reduce travel costs using cards and points schemes.
By Matthew Coslett 5 min read
Japan Travel 101: Your First Trip in 2023
How to plan for your first trip to Japan
Surf, Sun and Save: Discounts for Kanagawa Beaches in Japan
Here are 5 fantastic bargain beach trips from Tokyo that you can visit without breaking the bank.
Visit these 5 Destinations in Japan via Shinkansen with JR East Discounts
From Kanazawa to Yamadera, these five rewarding destinations in Japan are now cheaper to access via bullet train.
Respite in The Countryside: The Hostels Making a Difference in Rural Japan
Stories of people with big dreams keeping small Japanese towns alive
5 Days Exploring Akita, Aomori and Iwate Prefectures with the JR East Pass
Foreign residents of Japan can now travel through Tohoku and beyond at a discounted price previously only available to inbound tourists.
Discover Tohoku with the JR East Pass
Non-native residents of Japan can travel through all of Tohoku and beyond, for a discounted price previously only available to inbound tourists.
Explore Kyushu with the Island’s Ultimate Train Ticket Deal
Get the budget-friendly JR Kyushu Rail Pass and travel Japan’s scenic third island in comfort.
GaijinPot’s Guide to Go To Travel
Everything to catch you up to speed on Japan's domestic travel campaign.
How to Use a Mobile IC App
Wondering how to set up a mobile Suica or Passmo? Check out our step-by-step guide.
How You Can Support Local Businesses in Japan During COVID-19
Do your part to help Japan's local economy all from your computer.
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.
