Carey Finn

2 weeks ago | tokyocheapo.com | Carey Finn

The biggest fireworks festival in Tokyo will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 26 in 2025. The Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival is a highlight on the summer events calendar, attracting huge numbers of attendees. You can expect approximately 20,000 fireworks, launched from two different locations along the Sumida River. According to The Japan News, you can also expect close to 1 million other people to attend. For more details, see our Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival event page.

2 weeks ago | tokyocheapo.com | Carey Finn

Glass Rock, the newest part of the Toranomon Hills complex in Minato Ward, has officially completed its phased opening to the public as of April 9, 2025. The edgy, light-filled building is positioned between Station Tower and Mori Tower, connecting the two via a wide pedestrian walkway. There are only a small number of shops and restaurants in Glass Rock — but here’s what to see among them. 1.

2 weeks ago | tokyocheapo.com | Carey Finn

Japanese room-rental service unito has launched English-language support on its mobile search platform, in response to growing demand for mid- to long-term stays among international travelers. Users can find rooms that are available for immediate occupancy — as soon as the next day (or in theory even the same day). The plug-and-play units include furniture, appliances, Wi-Fi, and other essentials, making it possible to move in with nothing more than a suitcase.

3 weeks ago | tokyocheapo.com | Carey Finn

Tokyo Metro has partnered with Linktivity, an e-ticketing platform provider, to launch the Tokyo City Pass, a new tourist pass that combines unlimited subway rides with discounted entry to Tokyo sightseeing spots. It joins an extensive line-up of existing Tokyo transport passes, but stands out in value for money, with potential savings of 60%-80%, as reported by the provider.

3 weeks ago | tokyocheapo.com | Carey Finn

TikTok and Instagram are full of all-you-can-eat gyoza and kilogram-bowls of ramen in Japan, but it’s not often you see a restaurant focused on smaller portions. Nibun no Ichi, or 1/2 in English, is a new eatery in Ginza built around the idea that a little less is so much more. On the B3 basement level of the newly renovated Ginza Sony Park, 1/2 is not yet on the foodie radar. The restaurant opened in late January this year, with minimal fuss or media coverage, in keeping with its ethos.