Dorothea Benedict in the North: Cheap Japan: 4 Tips and Reasons Why Aussies bite in to Cheap Japan Travel

You can still enjoy Japan even on a budget (photo courtesy of www.flickr.com/photos)

Australians have been responding to the Japan’s tourism lure which includes the campaign that going to the “Land of the Rising Sun” need not slashing out of your pockets.

Japan’s recent tourism campaign both online and on their flyers underline the fact that flying to Japan is cheap, and you don’t have to exactly spend a fortune to experience the rich and diverse culture. And which country has become more interested about this than the friendly and laid-back Australian.

You just simply need to know the whereabouts of the cheap thrill in this country of Sumo Wrestlers, Hello Kitty and with a high cost of living standard:

Cheap Japan Food. there is Depachika, Kombini and a convenience store.

1.) Cheap Japan Food – Sure, Japan has over 30 Michelin three-star restaurants but they also have Depachika, Kombini and convenience stores like 7-11.

Depachika is the basement food hall of department stores where you can find counter after counters of food products ranging from lunch boxes, sandwiches, pastries etc. (A wonderful TIP, Before closing, they usually give discounts up to 50% off).

Kombinii or convenience store offer a reasonably price meal and can be spotted anywhere in Japan.

In addition, eating at the TRAIN STATION, is one of the most time-saving options if you are in a hurry to go somewhere. Reasonably priced lunchboxes to-go, restaurants and cage can be found inside the train station. There are also popular options like fastfood chains, izakaya etc.

Lastly, there are the reliable 7-11 convenience stores where you can buy cheap but interesting foods like cheesecake, bananas and of course, a bottle of water.

2.) Cheap Japan Stay – Aside from posh five-star hotels, Japan has Ryokan (Japanese inn), budget hotels and capsule hotels.

A hostel is popular with backpackers, they are basic and clean.

Plan ahead and book ahead, most budget hotels are fully booked during peak travel season especially during festivals.

Cheap Japan Transportation. to save on transportation cost, book in a hotel nearest to all the places you plan to visit (photo courtesy of www.flickr.com/photos)

3.) Cheap Japan Transportation

Japan has very efficient rail transportation. There are two basic railways here: Japan Railways and Shinkansen or Bullet Trains

To save on transportation cost, book in a hotel nearest to all the places you plan to visit.

4.) Cheap Japan Finds/ Cheap Japan Shopping

Nomi-no-ichi or Flea Markets which are mostly located in temple grounds and holy shrines

Licensed Duty Free Shops – where tourists will enjoy tax-free shopping