270Tokyo, JapanDepachika department store basements discount gourmet bentos after 7:30 PMHead to the basement food halls (depachika) of luxury department stores like Isetan Shinjuku, Takashimaya, or Mitsukoshi…Travel hacksFoodBudget
385Tokyo, JapanAdd a digital Suica or Pasmo card to Apple Wallet before arrivingPhysical Suica IC cards often suffer semiconductor chip shortages. Open Apple Wallet, tap the "+" icon, select Transit C…Travel hacksFirst-time tipsTransit
195Kyoto, JapanRent a city bicycle to tour Higashiyama and the Kamo RiverKyoto’s city buses are frequently gridlocked with tourist traffic, and subway coverage is limited. The city is flat and…Travel hacksLocal tipsTransit
310Tokyo, JapanShibuya Sky: book the sunset slot exactly 4 weeks ahead at midnight JSTThe open-air 360-degree rooftop deck at Shibuya Scramble Square provides the finest view of the famous Shibuya Crossing…Travel hacksSunsetPhotography
