Tokyo Money-Saving Tips

Above, Wako department store in Ginza. Hotel rates are
 cheaper during the winter months. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

If you're planning to visit Tokyo in the not-too-distant future, you may want to read six tips The Straits Times has posted.

They start with:

TOKYO (NYTimes) - Tokyo isn't typically a destination for budget travelers, according to Jonathan Alder, a travel agent and Tokyo expert. 

"Hotels, dining out and transportation are all quite expensive in the city, but you don't need to have deep pockets to have an upscale trip," he said. 

Following are some tips to enjoy a luxury Tokyo getaway for less.

To see what the tips are, go here.