
Tested walking routes through Meguro River, Shinjuku Gyoen, Ueno Park, and 5 more spots. Crowd levels by time of day, best picnic areas, and which spots peak early or late. Based on visits across three sakura seasons.
PayPay, credit cards, Suica, Apple Pay — what works where, what doesn't, and what foreigners should carry in Tokyo. Cash-only spots and contactless tips.
Upfront costs run 4-5 months' rent in Tokyo. Even without a guarantor, a guarantor company gets you a lease. How to find zero-deposit units, UR housing requirements, what to do about 'no foreigners' policies, and the full process from search to move-in in as little as 2 weeks.