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Ever heard of Nadagogo? This sake-packed corner of Kansai totally flew under our radar… until a random Reddit comment se...
15/08/2025

Ever heard of Nadagogo? This sake-packed corner of Kansai totally flew under our radar… until a random Reddit comment sent us down a rabbit hole.

Whether you’re a full-blown sake connoisseur or just curious to sample some of Japan’s famous alcoholic drink, Nadagogo is the place to go(go).

See how to make the most out of 2 days there.

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Shin-Osaka Station might seem like a crazy, crowded place that most people want to escape as quickly as possible. But st...
08/08/2025

Shin-Osaka Station might seem like a crazy, crowded place that most people want to escape as quickly as possible. But stop for a moment — there’s more to this Shinkansen station than you think.

This survival guide has all the tips you need to find your way around the facilities, (super-tasty) Osaka restaurants, shops, and more.

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Some of Japan’s best festivals take place in August — and lucky for us, they’re mostly free!This is one of the busiest m...
01/08/2025

Some of Japan’s best festivals take place in August — and lucky for us, they’re mostly free!

This is one of the busiest months for events, with countless festivals featuring traditional dances, fireworks, and lantern floating. The festivals are a great opportunity to wear your yukata, so dress up and enjoy an authentic summer in Japan.

For events in Tokyo and the surrounding area, please visit our listings on

And here's some more:
✨Sapporo Summer Festival 📅Jul 18–Aug 16 💴Free 📍Ōdōri Park, Hokkaidō

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Hokkaidō is Japan’s foodie hotspot for all things creamy, crispy, and meaty, and where best to taste it all than the isl...
25/07/2025

Hokkaidō is Japan’s foodie hotspot for all things creamy, crispy, and meaty, and where best to taste it all than the island’s capital city — Sapporo?

Here’s a list of must try Sapporo special dishes.

Of course, once you’ve finished gorging yourself, wash it all down with a nice glass of Sapporo Beer.

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When you think of Japan, you may picture the metropolitan thrum of Tokyo or the stunning temples of Kyoto — but this cou...
18/07/2025

When you think of Japan, you may picture the metropolitan thrum of Tokyo or the stunning temples of Kyoto — but this country also has some of the most incredible natural wonders in the world. Here are 10 to see in spring, summer or fall.

For more places, check out our article: https://japancheapo.com/entertainment/awestruck-japan-18-natural-wonders-see-summer/

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Bang. Boom. Flash. Sizzle. Throw in a summer kimono and what do you get? A fireworks festival in Japan.Here are some of ...
17/07/2025

Bang. Boom. Flash. Sizzle. Throw in a summer kimono and what do you get? A fireworks festival in Japan.

Here are some of the biggest and most beautiful fireworks displays in the country — we’re talking thousands upon thousands of shots. There’s also something for those who like their shows with a local edge. Whichever you choose, just know, Japan does it big and — in our humble opinion — better than anywhere else.

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The Assassin’s Creed video game series finally came to Japan with Assassin’s Creed: Shadows. But it’s not the Japan of t...
11/07/2025

The Assassin’s Creed video game series finally came to Japan with Assassin’s Creed: Shadows. But it’s not the Japan of the 21st century, and there are no bright lights or sleek Shinkansen here.

Instead, you’re in 16th-century feudal Japan, during one of the most momentous periods of the country’s history. If that gets your feet itching to follow in Yasuke and Naoe’s paths, we hear you. Here’s our list of must-visit IRL Assassin’s Creed: Shadows locations.

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There’s no better time than summer to visit Amanohashidate. With views of a unique landscape, beautiful beaches, and cou...
04/07/2025

There’s no better time than summer to visit Amanohashidate. With views of a unique landscape, beautiful beaches, and countryside charm, what’s not to love?

Amanohashidate, meaning “bridge to the heavens”, is about a 2-hour journey from the center of Kyoto. It is one of the region’s best summer getaway destinations, and one of Japan’s “three most beautiful sights”.

For more info, see our article: https://japancheapo.com/entertainment/amanohashidate-kyoto-summer-getaway/

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Summertime is the best for festival culture in Japan — from parades to period costumes, fireworks, port festivals, and m...
30/06/2025

Summertime is the best for festival culture in Japan — from parades to period costumes, fireworks, port festivals, and much more.

We have events from all over, but read our dedicated article or post for Osaka summer events if that’s what you’re after.

For events in Tokyo and the surrounding area, please visit our listings on

More events this month:
✨Kinugawa Onsen Dragon King Festival 📅Jul 25–25 💴Free 📍Tochigi

✨Nagoya July Grand Sumo Tournament 📅Jul 13–27 💴¥3,500~ 📍Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium, Nagoya

✨Sapporo Summer Festival 📅Jul 18–Aug 16 💴Free 📍Ōdōri Park, Hokkaidō

📷Cover pic: © Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau

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Bang. Boom. Flash. Sizzle. Throw in a summer kimono and what do you get? A fireworks festival in Japan.These are some of...
27/06/2025

Bang. Boom. Flash. Sizzle. Throw in a summer kimono and what do you get? A fireworks festival in Japan.

These are some of the biggest and most beautiful fireworks displays in the country — we’re talking thousands upon thousands of shots. There’s also something for those who like their shows with a local edge. Whichever you choose, just know, Japan does it big and — in our humble opinion — better than anywhere else.

We’ve selected just a handful of what the local pyrotechnic bros won’t shut up about. On this list are festivals with the most fireworks shot into the air, as well as popular ones based on their unique location or ease of access.

For more info, see our article: https://japancheapo.com/entertainment/fireworks-festivals-japan/
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Summer brings festivals and events galore to Osaka — here are 11 of the best to add to your bucket list.On the line-up y...
20/06/2025

Summer brings festivals and events galore to Osaka — here are 11 of the best to add to your bucket list.

On the line-up you’ll find colorful Awa Odori and Bon Odori dance performances, other traditional Japanese festivals, and even a bit of Van Gogh.

Cover: @ Tokushima Prefecture

For more info, see our article: https://japancheapo.com/entertainment/summer-events-osaka/
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June marks the start of the rainy season throughout much of Japan. But unlike the sprawling metropolises of Tokyo and Os...
13/06/2025

June marks the start of the rainy season throughout much of Japan. But unlike the sprawling metropolises of Tokyo and Osaka, Kyoto isn’t crowded with skyscrapers and shopping malls. Rather, it’s filled with open-air gardens, plus temples and shrines. So what do you do in Kyoto when the rain drops start to fall?

For more info, check out our article: https://japancheapo.com/entertainment/cheapo-ideas-rainy-day-in-kyoto/
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