Budget Travel
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.
By Lucy Dayman 6 min read
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.
Super Cheap Japan: Top 5 Rail Passes for Budget Explorers
With a little planning, you can get around Japan in comfort by train without emptying your wallet. Here are five economical multi-day tickets.
