Tokyo is not the cheapest city you will travel to, but that doesn´t mean you would be limited with a short budget. Let me give you some tips on how to not only save money and time, but also make the most with your money.

• Capsule hotels are cheaper than many hotels and still give you privacy.
• In supermarkets food like sushi, fish dishes and small bites with fresh rice is 30-50% discounted after 8pm.
• Public drinking is allowed. Instead of paying 12 USD for a beer in a bar, go out with some friends and drink in the city like the young locals do.
• There is free Wi-Fi in every metro station in Tokyo.
• Voyagin offers over 1000 different tours for all budgets and all kinds of people – from alternative food tours to riding Mario karts in Shibuya.

  

• There are two excellent view points of the Shibuya crossing: Starbucks second floor or at the bridge MRT station 
• Public transportation in this megacity can be a little bit complicated: there are three different metro/train companies in Tokyo requiring three separate tickets you can´t combine and some private railways.JR Yamanote Line: connects Tokyo in circle and other cities
  Tokyo Metro Line: main metro route
  Joei Line: consist of four metro lines (Asakusa, Mita, Shinjuku and Oedo line)
  Private Railways: consist of express trains to the airport or other conections
• There is a high possibility that you won´t see mount Fuji due to low clouds around the peak. Book a tour that combines several activities in the area, so you still feel it was worth it either way. (HERE you can find different tours packages for mount Fuji)
• Every district is unique and hides incredible places. Don´t feel afraid of getting into department stores and checking out every floor in Akihabara.

  

• Visit at least one themed restaurant and enjoy a completely new experience of eating food.
• The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building top floor offers an incredible view of Tokyo and entrance is free.
• See another side of the Tokyo area and get out of the big city for once. A good alternative could be Hinohara Village or Naguri Village only 60 min from Tokyo.
• Japanese are friendly and very open after a couple of drinks. Check out some local bars at Omoide Yokocho in Shinjuku district and see another side of the locals.

  

• The Sensoji temple in Asakusa is the most popular temple in Tokyo. Avoid visiting this place during the day and instead go between 5-6am or after 10pm to take photographs like this:
• Don´t be afraid to try different food in Tokyo. Instead of sticking to just one meal or western food, taste some of the delicacies in local restaurants.
• If you want to go fancy and taste a 3 Michelin Star restaurant in Tokyo without breaking your wallet, Aoyama Esaki offers lunch on Saturdays for only 60 USD without drinks. Book in advance; you can imagine how fast this place gets fully booked.
• Taxis are extremely expensive in Tokyo – I paid 90 USD for a 20-minute ride – avoid taking one unless it´s absolutely necessary.
• You will find clean public toilets in every metro station in Tokyo.
• If you are looking for a unique souvenir for your family and friends at home, local weird-looking candy at supermarkets is a very original and inexpensive idea.
• The Sensoji temple in Asakusa is the most popular temple in Tokyo. Avoid visiting this place during the day and instead go between 5-6am or after 10pm to take photographs like this: