Holidaymakers heading to Tokyo should not be put off by fears of high prices, as it is relatively inexpensive, according to a city tourism official.
Tokyo is not as expensive as some may believe, a tourism official for the city has revealed.
According to Reiko Tani of the Tokyo metropolitan government, it is an "illusion" that the Japanese city is dear to stay in.
She explained that a metro ride starts from £1, while lunch can be had for £6 or £7. Furthermore, a night in a Japanese-style inn can start from about 4,000 yen (£27.48).
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travel insurance could also help to cut holiday costs. The Post Office says that a typical basket of goods costs £58.52 in Japan, compared with the most expensive country, Brazil, where it is priced at £101.81.
Visitors unsure of what to do when they get to the city might want to consider exploring its various gardens, Ms Tani added.
"There are a lot of gardens inside the central part of Tokyo. For example, I recommend you ... visit the Harajuku area," she commented.
About 181,400 Britons visited Japan last year, according to the Japan National Tourism Organisation.
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