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All 30 Tokyo guides
Everything written so far: where to stay neighbourhood by neighbourhood, what to eat, day trips worth the train fare, and the practical details that make a first visit smoother.
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Sasazuka How to Get an Apartment in Tokyo as a Foreigner A first-hand guide to renting an apartment in Tokyo as a foreigner: the sites to use, how to dodge key money and deposits, and why looking one neighbourhood out saves you a fortune. Tokyo What Nobody Tells You About Staying in Tokyo Practical insider knowledge for first-time Tokyo visitors, the stuff that takes months of living there to figure out. Shimokitazawa Living in Shimokitazawa: An Insider's Tokyo Guide Real insider knowledge on Tokyo's most creative neighbourhood, from someone who actually lived there. Where to stay, eat, and what makes Shimokita special.
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Tokyo 40 Things to Do in Tokyo, From Someone Who Lived There A local's list of the best things to do in Tokyo: free skyline views, shrine forests, izakaya alleys, day trips, and the spots tourists walk straight past. Tokyo Where to Eat in Tokyo: A Neighbourhood-by-Neighbourhood Guide Where to eat in Tokyo, organised the way locals think about it: by neighbourhood. Ramen, tsukemen, izakaya alleys, depachika, etiquette, and the rules that matter. Tokyo The Best Day Trips from Tokyo (And How to Pick the Right One) Seven day trips from Tokyo actually worth your limited time: Kamakura, Nikko, Hakone, Mt Takao, Kawagoe, Yokohama, and Enoshima, with clear advice on choosing between them. Tokyo Tokyo Travel Tips: 30 Things to Know Before You Go Practical Tokyo travel tips from a year of living there: trains, IC cards, cash, packing, etiquette that actually matters, jet lag strategy, and the mistakes everyone makes.
Where to stay, by neighbourhood
Tokyo Asakusa vs Ueno: Which East-Side Base Wins? Asakusa or Ueno for your Tokyo stay? Comparing atmosphere, hotel value, museums, transport, and food, with a clear verdict for each kind of traveller. Tokyo Capsule Hotels in Tokyo: What They're Actually Like and Who Should Book One The clear-eyed guide to Tokyo capsule hotels: what a night really involves, typical prices, the etiquette nobody explains, and who should skip them entirely. Tokyo Ryokan in Tokyo: The Honest Guide, and When to Go Elsewhere for One Tokyo has surprisingly few true ryokan. Where the real ones are, what a stay involves, and why the best ryokan night of your trip is probably in Hakone instead. Tokyo Shinjuku vs Shibuya: Where Should You Actually Stay? Shinjuku or Shibuya for your Tokyo base? A straight comparison of transport, hotels, nightlife, noise, and price, with a clear verdict for each type of trip. Tokyo Tokyo Itinerary: 3 Days Done Properly (Not a Checklist Sprint) A realistic 3-day Tokyo itinerary: east side traditions, west side energy, and a final day of food and views, with train logistics that actually work. Tokyo Tokyo in Winter: Illuminations, Clear Skies, and the Emptiest Streets of the Year What Tokyo in winter is actually like: December illuminations, New Year traditions, the best Mount Fuji visibility of the year, and why January is criminally underrated. Tokyo The 10 Best Neighbourhoods in Tokyo (And Who Each One Suits) How to choose the right Tokyo neighbourhood for your trip: Shinjuku, Shimokitazawa, Asakusa, Yanaka, and 6 more, with candid takes on who each one suits. Tokyo One Week in Tokyo: A 7-Day Itinerary That Actually Works A day-by-day Tokyo itinerary for 7 days: the icons done properly, the neighbourhoods locals love, one day trip, and room to breathe. From someone who lived there. Tokyo Tokyo in Autumn: Foliage, Festivals, and the Best Season Nobody Fights Over What Tokyo in autumn is actually like: when koyo peaks, where to see the best autumn leaves, October vs November, and why autumn beats spring for most visitors. Tokyo Tokyo in Spring: Cherry Blossoms, Crowds, and What Nobody Tells You What Tokyo in spring is really like: when cherry blossoms peak, what comes after, the Golden Week warning, and whether spring is the right season for your trip. Tokyo Where to Stay in Tokyo: Every Major Area Compared Which Tokyo neighbourhood should you stay in? A quick verdict on Shinjuku, Asakusa, Shibuya, Ueno, Ginza, and more, plus when each area makes sense. Shimokitazawa Things to Do in Shimokitazawa: Vintage Shops, Curry, and Live Music The best things to do in Shimokitazawa: vintage shopping, the famous curry row, basement live houses, and the cafes locals queue for. With map and route. Tokyo Tokyo in Summer: Festivals, Fireworks, and How to Handle the Heat What Tokyo in summer is really like: matsuri season, riverside fireworks, beer gardens, and the local tricks for surviving July and August humidity. Shibuya Best Hotels in Shibuya, Tokyo: Where to Stay Near the Crossing The best hotels in Shibuya by price tier: luxury with crossing views, mid-range value picks, capsules, plus which blocks stay quiet and when to book. Tokyo (Multi-neighborhood comparison) First Time in Tokyo: The Best Neighborhood to Stay In First time in Tokyo? Here's where to stay, based on neighborhoods that balance access, atmosphere, and value for new visitors. Akihabara Where to Stay in Akihabara: Hotels, Apartments, and Long Stays Where to stay in Akihabara, Tokyo: business hotels, anime-themed guesthouses, and monthly apartments, with train access notes and the blocks worth avoiding. Asakusa Where to Stay in Asakusa, Tokyo: A Local's Guide to Every Hotel Type Find the best hotels, ryokan, and guesthouses in Asakusa. From budget capsules to luxury ryokan, here's where to stay near Senso-ji Temple. Ginza Where to Stay in Ginza, Tokyo Ginza accommodation guide: luxury hotels, business hotels, and practical tips for staying in Tokyo's most upscale shopping district. Ikebukuro Where to Stay in Ikebukuro, Tokyo Best hotels, neighborhoods & budget options in Ikebukuro. Local tips on accommodation, transport, and why the north side of the Yamanote is underrated. Shinjuku Where to Stay in Shinjuku, Tokyo: Neighborhoods, Hotels & Insider Tips Find the best places to stay in Shinjuku with neighborhood guides, hotel recommendations, and insider tips for first-time visitors. Nakameguro Where to Stay in Nakameguro, Tokyo Guide to staying in Nakameguro: boutique hotels, ryokan, and apartments. Canal-side neighborhood near Shibuya with excellent dining and design. Ueno Where to Stay Near Ueno, Tokyo: A Local's Guide to the Best Neighborhoods and Hotels Find the best places to stay near Ueno. Local tips on neighborhoods, hotels, and transportation from someone who lived in Tokyo. Yanaka Where to Stay Near Yanaka, Tokyo: Old Town Guide Stay in Yanaka for old Tokyo vibes. Guide to hotels, ryokan, guesthouses in this charming historic neighborhood near Ueno.