Japan travel guides for budget travelers

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Being interviewed on NHK Television!

Hello and Konnichiwa!

I’m Matthew, a bestselling author who has lived in and travelled extensively in Japan. Every month thousands of people use my guidebooks to plan their budget holidays. Let me show you how to enjoy Japan on the cheap!

Also check out my new site, Taiwanna Travel, if you are interested in going to Taiwan.

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It's finally out! The 2nd edition of my best-selling Japan travel guide Super Cheap Japan is here 🇯🇵 Plan your 2022 budget trip to this amazing country with ease. Click the link in my profile for more info 📕 A World Heritage Site, Himeji Castle is well worth stopping off at on the Shinkansen 🏯 Head up to the top of the main tower for views over the city and mountains to the north. Hinoya Curry is a medium sized curry chain in Tokyo. The sauce is a little spicier than some, with a nice tangy taste, and the menu always has a few crazy special toppings to keep things exciting 🍛 Have you ever tried it? The new Super Cheap Japan is out this Friday! Here is a sneak peak at some of the useful features of the book, such as improved maps, more photos and updated budget travel tips. Check out my profile link for more info and how to buy 🛍️ Sometimes I just can't resist trying the mega pancakes at @eggsnthings_jp 🥞 Their omelettes are pretty tasty too! If you are getting a bit tired of the crowded shrines and temples around Nara Park, get a bicycle and head west to Suzakumon Gate. There are also some great temples and shrines south of here too, all very easy to get to with the Super Cheap Japan guidebook. Find out how to get it via the link in my profile!

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