Tips, guides, and insider info to help you save more in Japan
![[2026] Rakuten Shopping Marathon 09/05 – 16/05: Tips to grab deals and optimize points when shopping on Rakuten](/_next/image?url=%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F1778861120750-l2qia9hubrs.png&w=3840&q=75)
Rakuten Shopping Marathon runs from 09/05 to 16/05, with a program that gives you more points the more shops you buy from. If you know how to make the most of point-up offers, coupons, and bonus campaigns, this is one of the best times to shop on Rakuten.
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Real-world booking tips for Japan: how early you should book, which areas to stay in to save money, how to compare prices across Booking, Agoda, and Yahoo! Travel—and when Airbnb is worth using to optimize your travel costs.
· 7 min read
![[2026/04] Amazon Smile Sale Is Here — Best Deals from Apr 30 to May 3](/_next/image?url=%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F1778861024372-5gysa9gtpjn.png&w=3840&q=75)
Amazon Smile Sale is now on. For a limited time from 4/30 to 5/3, we’ve handpicked must-see deals on great items.
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Learn how to use your SMBC NL and Olive cards to choose 2 free insurance plans in Japan. These tips are valid, easy to apply, and help you save money while getting the most out of your credit card benefits.
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