All the links for your trip to Japan

Using these links will save you a lot on your trip and they are the places we have used for all these years traveling the world. Therefore, they are all reliable and we will always be updating the list, in case better options come up.

Always use these links when making reservations, as they have our code, which most of the time offers discounts and special conditions, which we can negotiate for our readers.

1. Travel Insurance Comparisons (mandatory in some countries)

Never travel abroad without one. It is very important and very cheap.

COMPARATOR 1: This site compares prices from the best insurance companies on the market and finds much cheaper prices than anywhere else. It can be half of what a travel agency charges for the same insurance. Best suited for those living in South America, Central America and Mexico.

COMPARATOR 2: Best suited for those living in the rest of the world.

The most important thing is to get one that has at least $30,000 in medical coverage. For Europe and Argentina, it is mandatory to have insurance with this amount of medical assistance.

2. Rental Car Comparisons

CAR COMPARISON 1 and CAR COMPARISON 2: Sensational tools that compare car rental prices from the major rental companies on the market. They find much cheaper prices than on the rental company’s own website. It is the cheapest and most reliable place to rent a car.

Both are excellent and the largest in the world. Compare both and see which has the best price, to save even more. Always choose large rental companies such as Alamo, Avis, Europcar, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar and Budget, to avoid problems.

3. Tickets, tours and transfers:

This is the site we’ve used extensively on all our trips. It’s one of the largest in the world and has all the tickets and tours available. It’s already one of the cheapest places, but its biggest advantage is that you can pay in your local currency and avoid fees.

• Free tours: offers free tours in most tourist cities. You only pay a tip to the guide at the end of the tour.
• Free cancellation: You can cancel your ticket at no cost.
• Transfer: There, you can also find a private car from the airport to your hotel. It’s sometimes cheaper than a taxi, because you pay in advance (which avoids scams from taxi drivers), the driver already knows your final destination, and the driver waits for you with a sign with your name on it at the arrivals exit. It’s very easy and safe, so you can get to your hotel safely and without any hassle.
• 24-hour support: They provide 24-hour support in multiple languages.

The 3 best-selling tours are:

4. Travel eSIM Cards

These two eSIM cards are the best-selling worldwide. You can install them online on your cell phone and the prices are great. See which of the two offers the best SIM card for your trip.

TRAVEL eSIM CARD 1 and TRAVEL eSIM CARD 2: The best international travel chip for you to use your cell phone internet abroad. It is the easiest and cheapest way to use your cell phone on an international trip. It works worldwide, it is excellent and there is already the eSIM, which is a virtual chip that you instantly install in your cell phone, using a code sent by email.

5. Hotels in Tokyo

MAP OF THE BEST AREA WITH HOTELS: Personalized map showing the best area for you to stay perfectly located and close to everything. When you open the map, close it, enter your travel date, click search, and then click show map to reopen it.

It will open with hotels and prices for your travel date. We’ve already configured it to only show hotels with good ratings and guest reviews.

Tip for saving on hotels: This website, as the largest in the world, has very good deals with most hotels offering free cancellation. This is great because the biggest savings are booking in advance. The earlier you book a hotel, the cheaper you pay. So, you can book now, guaranteeing a lower price. If you need to cancel in the future, you pay nothing and it’s just a click away. We’ve saved A LOT with this advance cancellation strategy.

Kyoto Hotels

Custom maps with the best region

MAP OF THE BEST AREA: Personalized maps with the best area so that you are super well located and close to everything. When you open the map, close it, enter your travel date, click search, then show map to open it again. It will now open with hotels and prices on the date of your trip. We have already configured it to only show hotels with good ratings and guest reviews.

Hotels

5-star hotel $$$$

HOTEL 1: Very good 5-star hotel with prices well below others in the same category. Good location right next to a station. If the hotel’s page doesn’t open directly, a list of hotels will appear and this one is the first on the list.

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Just a 5-minute walk from Sanjo Station and the banks of the Kamo River, in one of Kyoto’s most charming areas. Low-season rates start at around $340 for a double room (two people), and the hotel has a score of 9.0 on Booking, highly praised for its elegant design, room comfort, and impeccable service. It offers breakfast, free Wi-Fi, restaurant, bar, gym, 24-hour reception, bicycle rental, rooms with air conditioning, bathtub, safe, Nespresso coffee machine, and luxury amenities. It’s an excellent option for those seeking sophistication and a prime location to explore Kyoto on foot.

3-star hotel $$

HOTEL 2: More affordable hotel with spacious rooms and good location. A 20-minute walk to the city’s main train station and close to major temples. If the hotel’s page doesn’t open directly, a list of hotels will appear and this one is the first on the list.

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Just a 4-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station and a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Low-season rates start at around $70 for a double room (two people), and the hotel has a score of 8.9 on Booking, often praised for its quiet location, comfort, and great breakfast. It offers both Japanese and Western-style breakfast, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, self-service laundry, Japanese public bath (ofuro), rooms with air conditioning, minibar, electric kettle, and private bathrooms. It’s a cozy and convenient choice for those who want to explore Kyoto with charm and tranquility.

3-star hotel $

HOTEL 3: A simpler 3-star hotel, but with the lowest price we’ve found in the area. Ideal for those who really want to save. If the hotel’s page doesn’t open directly, a list of hotels will appear and this one is the first on the list.

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Just a 6-minute walk from Sanjo Station and close to the Teramachi and Kawaramachi shopping streets. Low-season rates start at around $60 for a double room (two people), and the hotel has a score of 8.7 on Booking, often praised for its modernity, practicality, and central location. It offers free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, self check-in, coffee in the lobby, self-service laundry, rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, electric kettle, and compact, functional bathrooms. It’s an excellent option for those seeking a new, well-located hotel with great value for money in Kyoto.

Osaka Hotels

Custom maps with the best region

MAP OF THE BEST AREA: Personalized maps with the best area so that you are super well located and close to everything. When you open the map, close it, enter your travel date, click search, then show map to open it again. It will now open with hotels and prices on the date of your trip. We have already configured it to only show hotels with good ratings and guest reviews.

Hotels

4-star hotel $$$$

HOTEL 1: A contemporary hotel in Namba with spacious suites, modern amenities, and easy access to Osaka’s vibrant entertainment and shopping districts. If the hotel’s page doesn’t open directly, a list of hotels will appear, and this one is the first on the list.

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Just an 8-minute walk from Namba Station and very close to the lively Dotonbori district. Low-season rates start at around $280 for a double room, and the hotel has a score of 8.8 on Booking, often praised for the spacious rooms, comfort, and convenient location. It offers breakfast, free Wi-Fi, self-service laundry, 24-hour reception, rooms with air conditioning, kitchenette, safe, flat-screen TV, and bathtub. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking comfort and practicality in Osaka, with easy access to the city’s main attractions.

3-star hotel $$

HOTEL 2: A modern and comfortable hotel near Tsutenkaku Tower, offering budget-friendly rooms. If the hotel’s page doesn’t open directly, a list of hotels will appear, and this one is the first on the list.

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Just a 2-minute walk from Shin-Imamiya Station and close to Shinsekai attractions and Tennoji Park. Low-season rates start at around $95 for a double room (two people), and the hotel has a score of 8.5 on Booking, often praised for its cleanliness, modernity, and excellent location. It offers free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, self-service laundry, shared lounge, rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, electric kettle, and private bathroom. It’s a budget-friendly and comfortable option for those wanting to explore Osaka with ease.

Budget hostel $

HOTEL 3: A simple capsule-style hostel, but very well located, clean, and safe. Perfect for those who really want to save and don’t mind a different kind of experience. If the hotel’s page doesn’t open directly, a list of hotels will appear, and this one is the first on the list.

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Just a 3-minute walk from Exit 25 of Namba Station, right in the heart of Dotonbori. Low-season rates start at around $50 per person, and the hotel has a score of 8.6 on Booking, often praised for its cleanliness, excellent location, and the good structure of the capsules. It offers free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, shared lounge, individual lockers, modern bathrooms with amenities, pajamas, and separate areas for men and women. It’s a great choice for solo travelers seeking practicality, comfort, and a typical capsule-hotel experience in central Osaka.

6. Travel Money Card

TRAVEL MONEY CARD: Using a Travel Money Card for international travel offers numerous advantages, making it the best option for managing your finances abroad. Unlike carrying cash, a Travel Money Card provides security ans it also eliminates the need for constant currency exchanges, as it can be used in multiple currencies, saving on high foreign exchange fees. Currency rates and exchange rates are much cheaper than at currency exchanges or credit cards. And you can use your card to withdraw money from ATMs in any country. You buy your money and do everything online, from your home.