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10 Top Budget Travel Tips For Tokyo and Japan

Tokyo on a Budget You're coming to Tokyo but you don't want to spend an excessive amount of money.
Follow these tips to help you keep within your budget and have a great vacation!
  • Trains - Rail fares on local trains are not expensive in Japan.
    My train route to work costs me 250 yen.
    This is just over 1 British pound or 2 US dollars.
    The same distance in the UK on London transport would cost me around 5 pounds.
    When you get here use the local train system as much as you can to reduce your travel costs.
  • Rail Pass - Planning on traveling across country from Tokyo to Kyoto, Osaka or other major destinations? Consider buying a Rail Pass.
    Note that the Pass can only be bought from your home country before landing in Japan.
    The great advantage of a Rail Pass is that it can be used on the shinkansen/bullet train along with all other JR lines including local.
    Pay one price and have access to unlimited travel for 1, 2 or 3 weeks.
  • 100 Yen Stores - The 100 yen store is the equivalent of a dollar or pound store.
    You can buy a multitude of items here.
    Pick up your souvenir gifts and also stock up on any treats such as crisps or chocolate.
  • Izekayas - If you want a good night out without spending a fortune, an izekaya is the best and most entertaining way to go.
    On top of that you'll get a taste of real Japanese culture in action and see the locals really let their hair down as they socialize outside the rigidity of their normal business lives.
  • Capsule Hotel - Capsule hotels are a great way to save money - particularly if you're a guy.
    Why guys? Many hotels are still men only, although there are some that now allow women too.
    Average cost in Tokyo is around 3,000 to 5,000 yen per night.
    This is approximately 15 - 25 pounds or 28 - 47 US dollars.
  • Business Hotel - Some hotels are known as business hotels as they do not have the same luxury of space as some of the bigger chains.
    If you don't fancy staying in a capsule hotel you should consider the business hotel alternative.
    Prices usually start from around 7,000 yen and go to 15,000 yen per night.
  • Museums - It's worth including some museums on your itinerary as they are not expensive in Japan compared to many other countries.
    Some are even free! Choose from science, history, art or technology museums and more.
  • Kaiten-Zushi - Sit at a revolving conveyor belt and eat to your hearts content.
    Notice that there are normally 4 or 5 different colours of plate.
    The reason is that each colour is a different price.
    Check how much they are and pick the ones that match your budget.
    Keep each plate after eating and then add them up for your bill.
  • Noodles and Ramen - Stand up with the locals and enjoy a delicious bowl of noodles or ramen at one of the many restaurants dotted around.
    Find them either inside, or in close proximity to, both subway and overland train stations.
  • Lunch - At lunchtimes take advantage of the range of set menus that are available, both Japanese and international.
    Many places in the center of Tokyo offer an all you can eat option for 1,000 yen - 5 pounds or 10 US dollars.
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