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Download Podcast Back again this week, Chris is joined by TJ Eckleberg and Ayumi, two very special kansai cheapos to finish the discussion of the various types of Japanese Cuisine and of course where the cheapo can find them. “Hanburg” Beef burger without a bun, family resturants are the worst (still okay though). But some really good independent places, e.g. niku rakuen (japanese link) Donburi Cheapo meal of choice “rice bowl”. Typically varieties include fresh (raw) fish (try Ginchachidon or maguro ichiba), tempura, beef or 牛丼 (gyudon) (try matsuya, yoshinoya, tsukiya – these chains are absolutely everywhere) don’t forget to say “つゆだく” tsuyudaku to get the extra broth (for frThe post Cheapo Japanese Cuisine Part 2 – Podcast #17 appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Download Podcast This week Chris is joined by TJ Eckleberg and Ayumi, two very special kansai cheapos to discuss the various types of Japanese Cuisine and of course where to get the best value! Yakiniku Not such a cheapo option alas, korean BBQ might be the best value. If you like to eat a lot of meat look out for tabehodai (eat all you like) deals, sometimes for ¥2,500 or less, some options (in Japanese). And for the cheapo who likes to cook at home look out for 50% off high grade wagyu beef from supermarkets after 9pm Yakitori A cheapo favourite, cheap and fairly ubiquitous, try out “piss alley” near the west exit of shinjuku station. Shabushabu Similar deal to yakiniku i.e. not so cheapo, again look out for tabehodai for The post Cheapo Japanese Cuisine Part 1 – Podcast #16 appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Download Podcast Tokyo Day Trips This week Chris and Greg into cheapo Tokyo day trips. From romantic getaways to family outings, we look at hiking, hot springs, temples, beach and childrens’ play parks we cover a wide variety of cheapo day out trips around Tokyo. Mentioned in this episode Cheapo eats Happy Salada A to Z Cafe, Aoyama. Day Trip notes Kamakura day trip, beach trip Nikko – Tobu line info Kasai Rinkai Park West Tokyo/Saitama Mountains, Onsen near itsukaichi (japanese) Hakone – Odakyu romance car and Hakone Free Pass Showa Kinnen Park Edited and Produced by: Podcast Magic The post Cheap Tokyo Day Trips – Podcast #15 appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo. The post Cheap Tokyo Day Trips – Podcast #15 appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Download Podcast How can a cheapo in tokyo save money cooking at home? Chris and Greg give you the lowdown this week on why it’s cheaper shopping Japanese style and where to get the best bargins on your fresh fruit, veg and A4 Wagyu beef, plus some bonus cheapo gormet recipes! Mentioned in this episode Cheapo eats: Omohara Beer Forest Shinshu Osake Mura Where to buy cheap fruit, veg, meat and fish? Hanamasa OK Supermarket Ozeki Supermarket JA outlet shop farmers markets And don’t forget to grab the 50% off deals at many supermarkets later in the evening. Recipes: Broccoli soup – boil head of brocolli in beef or veg consume/stock till tender, then blend. Salt and pepper to taste. Easy

Download Podcast Your favourite cheapos Chris and Greg return with tales from Tokyo beaches and beer gardens for your summer time enjoyment. With the arrival of summer weather, we give you the low down on the beaches in the Tokyo area plus how to be a cheapo and not spend much drinking at beer gardens. Mentioned in this episode The Third Burger More info about Tokyo Beaches Edited by PodcastMagic The post Tokyo Beaches, Beer Gardens and Smoothies appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo. The post Tokyo Beaches, Beer Gardens and Smoothies appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Download Podcast This week we dig into cheapo apps and technology. Websites and apps giving discounts, directions, price comparison, language learning and art. Communication Line Skype Getting around Jorudan – tokyo metro navigation trains.jp – offline tokyo metro app Eating Guru navi – restaurant reviews Tabelog on iOS restaurant reviews and coupons (Japanese) Hot Pepper, restaurant reviews and coupons also apps on itunes and iOS (Japanese) Learning Japanese Remembering the Kanji, and companion site imiwa Other Meetup.com – finding things to do, people to meet. Kakaku.com – price comparison site coneco.net – price comparison site Tokyo Art Beat – art galleries and events Mentioned in tThe post Podcast: Websites and Apps for Cheapos appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Download Podcast Photo by Victor Lee, used under a Creative Commons LicenseA controversial topic amongst cheapos, where is the best place to live in Tokyo? Following on from our two posts on the topic, Chris and Greg dig into the details of the top ten cheapo neighbourhoods in Tokyo, along with some anecdotal references to public nudity… Mentioned In This Episode Sento – The Japanese Public Bath by Elizabeth Ishiyama. And thanks for cheapo contributions from: Felix Wenzel – be sure to buy in bulk from Hanamasa crazyfruitbat – don’t live in Shinkoiwa (unless you love pachinko) Susan Elizabeth-Marsh Tanabe – check out the Omotesando La Boheme cocreatr.typepad.com – reduce your electricity bill, useThe post Podcast: Top Ten Cheapo Neighbourhoods in Tokyo appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Be sure to see our comprehensive list of Tokyo Drop in coworking spaces Being a businessman or woman in no way precludes one from being a cheapo! In this episode Chris and Greg dig into the details of working from a cafe or coworking space and saving a bundle on office costs. Which cafes have the best wifi? is it more cost effecting to us a co-working space or pay for the two or three coffees for a days ‘entrance’ fee to a cafe? listen in to find out… Mentioned In This Episode Cheapo Eat: Nan Station Kanda Matsuri Starbucks free wifi Ueshima Coffee (japanese site) Some Casual Co-working spaces in Tokyo: Open Source Cafe http://lightningspot.com/ http://www.lessmore-yoshidaryo.com/ http://www.dots.bz/ The post Cheapo BusThe post Cheapo Business: Cafe Squatting and Co-working Spaces appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.

Download Podcast |credit| This week we catch up with Ben Yu, an intrepid cheapo who recently came to Tokyo on holiday and decided to make Manboo internet cafe his hotel of choice. And along with the usual banter, Chris and Greg dig a little deeper into the dos and don’ts of staying in internet cafes and capsule hotels. Mentioned in This Episode Cheapo eat: Niku Rakuen in Nikuyokocho, Shibuya Ben Yu: benyu.org of sprayable energy. Manboo Shibuya: https://manboo.co.jp/en/index.html Honorable Mentions Juan Ramírez Black Tokyo The post Staying in a Manga Cafe appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo. The post Staying in a Manga Cafe appeared first on Tokyo Cheapo.