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Free Things to Do in Tokyo

A large black statue of a beckoning cat, or maneki-neko, sits on a stone pedestal in front of a traditional Japanese wooden gate surrounded by lush greenery. The gate features a sign with Japanese characters, and the serene garden path beyond suggests a peaceful temple or cultural site.

Japan is not one of those cheap budget-friendly Asian countries – things here are a …

Tokyo Free Walking Tours

Main hall of Senso-ji Temple in Tokyo glowing red under night lights, with crowds of visitors and the pagoda visible in the background.

If you’ve been following me for any amount of time you will know I love …