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How Much Fun Can You Have with One Coin (500 Yen)? A Nostalgic Dagashi Special

Introduction: A Treasure Chest of Childhood for 500 YenHello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide.What i...
How-To

A Guide to Collecting Goshuin: Turn Your Travel Memories into Art

Introduction: What is a "Goshuin"?Hello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide.When visiting shrines and t...
Insider Guides

【Autumn 2025】Tokyo’s Hidden Autumn Foliage Spots: 5 Places to Enjoy a Peaceful Fall Away from the Crowds

Introduction: Your Own Autumn Foliage, Free from CrowdsHello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide.Autumn...
How-To

The Pitfalls of Wasei-Eigo & Katakana Words: A Guide to Not Getting Embarrassed by ‘Salaryman’ & ‘Mansion’

Introduction: Why Doesn't "Coke" Work?Hello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide.Have you ever had an ex...
Food

Buy This to Look Like an Insider! 8 Cult Classic Snacks Truly Loved by the Japanese

Introduction: Beyond Matcha Kit KatsHello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide.When you think of Japanes...
Day Trips

Solo Trip vs. Bus Tour? Tokyo-Nikko Day Trip Complete Guide [Autumn Leaves Edition]

Introduction: Is a Bus Tour Really the Best Way to Experience Nikko?Hello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider...
How-To

10x More Fun if You Know! A Guide to Japanese Travel Manners & Culture [2025 Edition]etiquet

Introduction: Don't Worry, But Be a Little AwareHello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide."Japanese eti...
Insider Guides

[2025 Report] Still Worth Visiting While Closed? A Walk Through Todoroki Valley’s Current State

Introduction: Wanting to Know the "Now" of a City OasisHello! I'm Ken, the editor-in-chief of Tokyo Insider Guide."Just ...