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14/04/2026

Setting up your Welcome Suica on your phone is way easier than it looks 👀

If you’re coming to Japan and don’t want to deal with physical cards, this is your sign to go digital. Welcome Suica Mobile app is easy to use and tourist friendly!

No lines, no stress — just tap and go 🚃

1.Check Compatibility: Ensure you have an iPhone 8 or later (running iOS 17.2+)
2.Download the App: Search for ‘Welcome Suica Mobile’ in the App Store
3.Issue Your Card: Open the app and tap ‘Suica Issue’
4.Initial Top-Up: Select your starting balance (usually 1,000 or 2,000 yen)
5.Express Mode: Once your card appears in your Apple Wallet, ensure ‘Express Mode’ is toggled ON

Save this for your trip & send it to someone who’s visiting Japan 🇯🇵

For more info on suica cards, check out our youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOJkbkaqggo
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11/04/2026

These days, it’s pretty easy to get around with a data-only SIM card or eSIM, at least when travelling. In some cases, though, and perhaps especially here in Japan, there is a big argument for having a SIM or eSIM with a local phone number.

Maybe you’re looking at tickets for an upcoming concert in Japan, but the website needs a local phone number. Or perhaps you’re planning a move here and need to fill out a rental application. Let’s take a look at the common scenarios where having a phone number in Japan can make life a whole lot easier, and how to get one.

For more info, see our article: https://tokyocheapo.com/living/reasons-mobile-number-japan/
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10/04/2026

Every week we are going to scour the booking platforms for discounts every week, so that you don’t have to.

Swipe through to see just some standout deals that are live right now — a mix of activities and tickets that represent good value, not just the lowest price for the most questionable memories.

And, once you have picked? Head to our website to book them.

❗ Disclaimer: All prices listed here are approximate. We used JPY prices throughout. Prices and availability change fast — always confirm before booking.
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10/04/2026

Tokyo can feel like a concrete jungle. But what if we told you there’s a serene green indoor space right in the middle of the city? Tucked away on an unassuming residential street between Ebisu and Daikanyama, mi:ne is more than a café — it’s a way of being.

Our menu item recommendation? Get the Matcha Basque Cheesecake.

📍mi:ne, Ebisu / Daikanyamane.tokyo
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09/04/2026

One important thing to know about cherry blossoms is that there are several kinds. According to the official forecasts, cherry blossom season is quite short — from late March to early April. But that’s just the Somei-yoshino variety. Mid-April onwards is when the late-blooming cherry trees, or yaezakura, put on their show in Tokyo.

https://tokyocheapo.com/entertainment/outdoors/yaezakura-late-blooming-cherry-trees-tokyo/

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08/04/2026

A sign that summer is coming sooner than later! 🎆

Today the official date for the big daddy of summer fireworks, Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival, has just been announced — July 25.

As the biggest fireworks festival in Tokyo, everything at the Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival is, well, bigger. The area around the Sumida River welcomes hundreds of thousands of yukata-clad visitors as well as a total of 20,000 fireworks.

Want to get planning? Download our Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival map on the Tokyo Cheapo website to see where you can view the fireworks for free.

Check out more here: https://tokyocheapo.com/events/sumidagawa-fireworks-festival/
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07/04/2026

Back in 2024, we visited the Kewpie Mayo Terrace, a free “museum” where you can learn how the famous mayo is made (and yes, taste it too). Since then, the adorable Kewpie mascot and that red-cap bottle have won over Tokyo travelers — with English tours booking out weeks ahead.

So, is it still worth it? We’ll let you decide.

Mayo it be your next Tokyo stop?
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05/04/2026

They were cute, really ☺️
📍 Takanawa Gateway City
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04/04/2026

While the cherry blossom may be Japan’s most famous spring flower, it is by no means the only one. In fact, you might find that you prefer the drapey purple plumes of fuji-no-hana (wisteria), or the bold pink shibazakura (moss phlox) that covers whole fields around Mt. Fuji (and elsewhere).

Where there are flowers, there are festivals. Some of the Tokyo flower festivals, like those held at shrines, have long traditions. Others are more contemporary and may include flowers not always associated with Japan (like tulips). Many have evening illuminations — for you to start taking advantage of the warmer weather.

For more info, see our article: https://tokyocheapo.com/entertainment/outdoors/spring-blossoms-tokyo-flower-festivals/
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02/04/2026

After closing in 2022, the Tokyo Edo Museum finally reopened on March 31, 2026 — and it’s had a major upgrade.

The redesign, led by architect Shohei Shigematsu, introduces a new entrance inspired by a traditional torii gate, along with more immersive exhibition spaces. Inside, large-scale screens now recreate the skies of Edo and modern Tokyo above the detailed models, and there’s even a new 26-meter-tall Hattori Clock Shop installation towering over the exhibits.

It’s also become much more visitor-friendly, with smartphone audio guides available in 13 languages and clearer visuals and explanations throughout the museum.

While the space has been modernized, it still keeps its iconic highlights — including the life-size Nihonbashi Bridge, a full-scale Kabuki theatre (which you can now actually walk through), and incredibly detailed historical dioramas.
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01/04/2026

New Video!

Travelling is fun and exciting... except when you're carting a 20kg suitcase around. That's why in this video, we'll show you all the best luggage storage options in Tokyo, including lockers, travel service desks and your hotel. There's even an app to help you find storage options in the city!

Luggage Storage Guide - https://tokyocheapo.com/living/luggage-storage-in-tokyo/

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01/04/2026

Even though it’s been rainy this week, the team got to enjoy peak bloom last weekend 🌸 Swipe to see the spots we visited (ft. a very adorable furry friend).

Which cherry blossom spots are your favorite?
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