9 Gifts for the Traveller at Home in 2020

9 Gifts for the Traveller at Home in 2020

There’s nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy, and if there was any year we deserve to do some therapy and treat our loved ones (and, let’s face it, ourselves) 2020 would be it! And for all of us travellers, 2020 has presented the additional heartbreak of cancelled travel plans. So if you’re wanting to cheer up a fellow traveller (or yourself), we’ve put together some great gift ideas for the silly season that can be used at home (and for future travels). 

Tesalate Towels

Tesalate make eye-catching and colourful beach towels, with the bonus features of being sand free. These towels are also light-weight and quick drying, making them perfect to take on the road. You can check out our review.

Tesalate have also recently expanded into gym towels, which are not only lightweight and quick drying, these workout towels have the added feature of zinc in the fabric that acts as an antibacterial agent, making them effective against bacteria and odour-free. With many people working out more these days (working off those covid curves!), these towels would make a great gift. You can see the full range of beach and workout towels here. And for 10% off a first-time purchase, use the code THANKS10 at the checkout.

Tesalate beach towels
Tesalate gym towels

Tropicfeel Shoes & Gear

Tropicfeel are the team behind two record-breaking Kickstarter campaigns for their all-terrain travel shoes. Their shoes are not only great for everywhere and everyday adventures, they are good for the environment too, being made from recycled plastic bottles. And if their sustainable, all-terrain shoes don’t excite you, Tropicfeel have expanded their range to clothing and backpacks. Personally, I’m super excited for their new project, Shell (which is still live on Kickstarter and hopefully due for release in March 2021). If you want to find our more about Tropicfeel shoes, check out our recent post.

Tropicfeel Monsoon Range

Cooking classes

One thing many travellers (us included) love about travelling is the food. Just because we can’t eat delicious pasta in Italy, tapas in Spain or sushi in Japan doesn’t mean we have to miss out on those culinary delights altogether. Gifting cooking classes is a great way to bring one of the best aspects about travelling back home and you can ‘travel’ to a new destination each night in the kitchen. 

Kindle Paperwhite

There’s nothing like settling in with a good book during a long journey, but lugging around books is not practical most of the time. And with many people reviewing their clutter during lockdown, it’s a good opportunity to ‘Marie Kondo’ the book collection, and instead store thousands of books on the popular portable e-reader, Kindle. The Kindle Paperwhite is also waterproof, making it even more traveller-friendly, and perfect for poolside retreats.

Sudio earphones

Podcasts, playlists or phonecalls… we are all spending more time connected to our phones and computers. Sudio have a range of earphones for all wants and needs. With great aesthetics, sound quality and different features, there is a model for everyone, and the perfect accessory for travelling. They also have attractive speakers that make a great visual and audible feature for the home.

A mini-vacation

While international travel may be off the cards for a while, Aussie interstate borders are slowly opening, so why not send your loved ones on a mini-vacation? There are some ah-mazing places to visit in Australia, like this tiny house with a mirrored bathhouse.

Travel Jewellery

Jewellery often tells a story and represents a happy memory, so why not get your loved one a piece of jewellery that will remind them of an epic holiday they’ve had (or one they hope to embark on)? Cityscape rings or pendants are sure to catch the eye and bring out some stories. Or why not turn the map of your favourite place into a piece of wearable art? 

Language classes

When international borders reopen (fingers crossed sooner, rather than later), wouldn’t it be great to say more than just ‘hello’, ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ in another language? In fact, now is a great time to start learning another language for that future dream holiday. Give the gift of a language class so your loved one not only has a new hobby to pass the time until they can travel again, but also gain the confidence to try a few phrases while they are abroad. 

Photo Prints

Know someone with a phone/camera full of travel photos? Why not let them proudly display some of their favourites by printing them out with a photo printer? Or go big, and order them a large canvas print from an online printing store for them to display some of their favourite travel memories (this one might take some sneaky work to get said photo off their phone/sd card to order it without their knowledge, otherwise a gift voucher might be the best bet!).

Photo wall

Hopefully these gifts will soften the blow 2020 has hit us travellers with and they can be  enjoyed now and when travelling afar starts up again! Which of the above gift ideas are your favourite? Can you think of any others we’ve missed? Drop your suggestions below!

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Tropicfeel Shoes – The Travel Shoe for Everywhere, Every Day

Tropicfeel Shoes – The Travel Shoe for Everywhere, Every Day

I am the first to admit, I have a shoe problem. Like, a too many shoes, and not enough storage space problem. And yet, in my collection of 100+ pairs (I told you I had a problem!) I didn’t have a pair of comfy travel shoes! Enter Tropicfeel.

I first came across Tropicfeel shoes when I found them on Kickstarter. I really liked their campaign and the fact that they were a Barcelona company (my love for all things Spanish continues to lead my decisions!). I ended up purchasing their original release, the Tropicfeel Monsoon. These sneakers looked great, were quite comfortable for day-to-day wear and versatile for all travels, with their all-terrain sole and quick-dry materials.

Tropicfeel Monsoon Range

Tropicfeel Canyon

When they released their follow-up, the Tropicfeel Canyon, I was intrigued. So of course I couldn’t say no when I was offered a pair to try and review (storage space be damned!). Personally, I prefer the Canyons, as they’ve taken the best elements of the Monsoon and improved on the other features. I also preferred the rounder, ‘chunkier’ look of the Canyon. The slip resistance of the sole is noticeably better, and the Canyons feel a bit thicker and sturdier. And to keep with their water-friendly features, the drainage holes are a welcome addition. 

Tropicfeel Canyon side view

Features: What’s so good about them?

Regardless of which Tropicfeel shoe you prefer, both the Monsoon and the Canyon pride themselves on being the ‘all terrain’ shoe. Both feature:

  • the quick-drying benefits of an aqua shoe
  • light-weight construction, barely making a dent in your luggage weight limits
  • technical outsole materials of mountain hiking shoes
  • slip on sprint laces so you can get out and moving fast
  • odorless and breathable materials, so you can leave your socks at home
  • modern, stylish designs and a variety of colours for everyday wear

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Tropicfeel Features
Tropicfeel Canyon

Sustainable

For my fellow eco-warriors, the Tropicfeel team are passionate about responsible travel and sustainability, embarking on the journey to become a carbon neutral company. Their shoes are made from sustainable materials, even using recycled plastic bottles as part of the make up. And 1% of their sales are also donated to organisations that aim to protect wildlife and keep natural wonders alive.

Tropicfeel Monsoons by the water
Tropicfeel Shoes

 

Travel Shoes for Every day, Everywhere

Ok, so you probably wouldn’t see me rocking these babies to a fancy restaurant or red-carpet event (like I got to many of those anyway!), but the Tropicfeel Canyon shoes are my go-to everyday, everywhere shoes. I’ve worn them on my short walks to the local cafe, slipped them on with a pair of jeans to catch up with friends and even taken them on longer walks through national parks. I haven’t worn them swimming yet, but will be sure to pack them when we head off on our next beach holiday. 

So my verdict? These shoes are so light and comfortable, you barely feel like you are wearing anything, but the sturdy sole is great for those longer, multi-terrain walks. With the slip-on shoelaces and structure, they are also the only shoes that I’ve been able to continue wearing throughout my pregnancy, and that is saying something, as my feet have swollen A LOT (to the point where most of my other shoes don’t fit at all!). The Tropicfeel Canyons are great and definitely a shoe to take on all travels due to their versatility, light weight and comfort. And if you are a Tropicfeel convert like myself, they have also recently started crowdfunding the Cala – which looks just as promising as their other styles, but less like a sporty sneaker, and more like a casual canvas shoe, with the additional benefit of a foldable heel to convert into a slip-on.

If you are after a travel sneaker that is light weight, comfortable and versatile for a variety of travels, closer to home or further afield, then checkout the Tropicfeel range.

What are the features you look for in a travel shoe? Do you have a favourite travel shoe? Tell us your faves below.

I received a complimentary pair of the Tropicfeel Canyons to review, however was already a fan after purchasing their Monsoons and my opinions remain my own.

 

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Why Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers

Why Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers

Why Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers

Facebook has been reading my mind.

Granted, my search history probably gave it away but they clearly know that I’ve been dreaming of future travels and trips to the beach. For quite some time now, I’ve been seeing ads for what I can only describe as the traveller’s dream towel – bright and colourful designs and, wait for it, the promise of being sand free, and you know what, that’s ok with me. If you haven’t seen or heard of Tesalate towels before, then prepare to have your mind blown.

Tesalate towels are revolutionary beach towels that are made from a special microfibre that allows sand to brush right off, allowing you to travel to and from the beach, without worrying about taking all of its sand with you. But these towels are not only the best for beach goers, but Tesalate towels are the best towels for travellers too.

As a self-appointed mermaid and perpetual traveller, the promise of a lightweight, sand-free towel is hard to ignore, so when we were recently invited to review these towels from Tesalate, I was pretty excited. And after some thorough ‘research and testing’ by the beach and pool during our recent travels (it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it), we’ve made a list of 5 reasons why the Tesalate beach towels are the best towels for travellers.

1. Light and compact

This one is for the travellers. The Tesalate towels weigh less-than 600g when dry and fit into a cute, compact case no bigger than the size of a tissue box. And yet, you still get a standard sized beach towel (160cm x 80cm) when unfolded and laid out. This makes it easy to carry around in a beach bag, backpack or cabin luggage, and is the perfect towel to pack for an upcoming beach holiday.

2. Sand-free (aka ‘I got 99 problems, but sand ain’t one’)

The main selling point from Tesalate, is that their towels allow you to leave the beach and the sand behind. There is nothing worse than finding buckets of sand in the beach bag, car and house after a trip to the beach. I mean, it doesn’t seem to matter how many times you shake that towel out, the stuff seems to find its way everywhere. With Tesalate, their exclusive AbsorbLite™ microfiber makes it easy to brush or shake the sand right off the towels. We tested it with dry and wet sand and in both cases, the sand easily shook right off (the wet sand was a little more stubborn, but still came off) and was left behind.

3. Quick dry

One of THE worst things when travelling is hoping that damp beach/bathroom towel that you hastily packed into your luggage as you scurry from hostel, hotel or AirBnB apartment to the next will be dry by the next time you need it. But it rarely is. Until now.

Tesalate state that their towels are “engineered to dry in half the time than a regular towel”. To be honest, I wasn’t standing there with a timer to compare drying times, however I did notice that the towels dried pretty quickly between swims. As they are a lightweight microfiber, they definitely don’t carry the weight of a regular beach towel when wet, so it’s pretty easy to find a spot to hang them up and allow them to dry.

4. Stylish designs

I’m not going to lie, the bright and colourful eye-catching designs is what really got me obsessing over these towels. They’ve got over 40 vibrant patterns and designs that will turn heads and are also double-sided with a cool black and white geometric pattern. The range of designs, from simple to bold, will appeal to every individual.

5. Absorbent

These towels really are absorbent and are stated to retain up to a litre of water. Between swims I was able to go from sopping wet to fairly dry pretty quick with the Tesalate beach towel. I don’t know how the fabric does it, but it retains a lot of water, without feeling like they’ve been soaked themselves. The closest comparison I can make is like a chamois cloth – absorbent and fairly quick to dry.

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What else makes them awesome?

So, this doesn’t necessarily make them better for travellers, but their returns policy is pretty awesome. They offer free returns for those who are unhappy with their towel, even if it’s been used. Their shipping was super-fast too, arriving within a couple of days from ordering. And personally, we love that they are from an Australian company.

The towels retail at $79AUD, which admittedly cost more than a standard beach towel,  however these towels are hardy and I can’t see myself ever needing to purchase another beach towel again. If you are an avid traveller or beach goer who likes to travel light and hates bringing sand home, it is worth it.

Fellow travellers and beach lovers from around the world can purchase these towels from Tesalate.

Disclaimer: We were gifted these Tesalate towels to do a review. It just so happens that we love them and the opinions above are true, regardless.

One Dress, Many Adventures – The Ultimate Travel Dress

One Dress, Many Adventures – The Ultimate Travel Dress

One Dress, Many Adventures – The Ultimate Travel Dress

Imagine if you could get 20+ outfits from just one dress. The Ultimate Travel Dress from Kameleon Rose does just that! And better yet, it is lightweight, quick drying and wrinkle free – the perfect dress for travelling!

Ultimate Travel Dress - Playsuit

The Ultimate Travel Dress

I was asked to test drive the Ultimate Travel Dress, and I thought why not show off some of my favourite spots around Canberra at the same time! With this one dress, you can have many adventures at home and all over the world! Here are some of my favourite outfits using the Ultimate Travel Dress.

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The Ultimate Travel Dress
Ultimate Travel Dress - Spanish style

The Ultimate Travel Dress comes in a range of colours and sizes, but I couldn’t go past the vibrant fire-engine Red. If you are after something more subtle, the Black, Navy or Khaki also look nice!

Want your own Ultimate Travel Dress? Use our discount code TRAVELLING for 10% off at KameleonRose!

Ultimate Travel Dress styling - top

Features

As mentioned above, the Ultimate Travel Dress is light and can be rolled up into a small bundle when travelling. There’s even a hidden piece of elastic that can hold the rolled bundle together, so it takes up less space in your carry-on. Other features that make it perfect for travels are:

  • Hidden zip pocket in the skirt
  • Can be worn 20+ ways (so you don’t have to worry about all your photos looking like you haven’t changed outfits!)
  • Quick drying
  • Wrinkle-free
  • Breathable
Ultimate Travel Dress options - Cape

How does it fit?

I went for the Medium, and it fits quite well. In saying that, I am quite short, so I think the fit suits girls with a longer torso, as skirt didn’t quite sit right on my hips. Thankfully, the dress can be rolled, folded and tucked, so this wasn’t really an issue.

Ultimate Travel Dress Halterneck top
Ultimate Travel Dress Scoop Neck top

Are you a fan of lightweight travel? You should check out our post on How to Travel Light for Two Weeks with our CabinZero carry-on bags!

Overall, the dress is comfy and I really liked that it could be worn as a skirt, dress, playsuit, 3/4 pants, top and even cape!

Ultimate Travel Dress styling options
Ultimate Travel Dress Cape
The Ultimate Travel Dress looks

What is your favourite look? If you like the idea of lightweight travel, but still want to have multiple outfit options, you should definitely check out the Ultimate Travel Dress from KameleonRose! And don’t forget to use our code TRAVELLING for 10% off!

Thank you to KameleonRose for sending me The Ultimate Travel Dress to test and review. As always, opinions are our own

Ultimate Travel Dress - skirt

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How to travel light for two weeks in a carry-on [Packing tips and Cabin Zero backpack review]

How to travel light for two weeks in a carry-on [Packing tips and Cabin Zero backpack review]

How to travel light for two weeks in a carry-on [Packing tips and Cabin Zero backpack review]

I hate wandering through beautiful European streets, Asia’s packed markets or the concrete jungles of America while dragging around overloaded suitcases.

So on a recent trip to Japan we attempted to go for two weeks in just a carry-on with what we now believe is the BEST travel backpack. And it WORKED.

Magical sunsets Raja Ampat

How to pack for a trip (and how most people actually do)

When space is limited and comfort is at a premium, a strategy is a must. No emotion here, just cold hard prioritisation. This is what I found helpful.

Break down what you need into categories:

      • Underwear and socks
      • Daily outfits (preferably using jeans/pants/skirt as a base with rotating shirts, etc)
      • Sleeping gear (where possible save space, sleep in the nude, though not recommended for hostel dorm stays)
      • Swimming gear
      • Coats and cold-weather gear (wear these on the plane where possible)
      • Toiletries
      • Shoes (as few as you need for the activities you need to do)

Rule number 1 – Folding is out, rolling is in.

Rolling your clothes reduces the overall footprint of the stack of clothes and when every millimetre counts, this can really pay dividends. This works particularly well for t-shirts, shorts, dresses but not so much for thick denim jeans, continue to lay these ones flat.

Rule number 2 –   Using all available space

You would probably be surprised by how much extra you can fit inside you’re the little nooks and crannies when packing a bag. A tip we always use is to stuff socks, belts, etc into shoes within your bag. Also look to use the space in between your rolls – there will generally be decent space both above and below where the rolls will meet for you to stuff smaller items.

Rule number 3 – Bundle like items together

Taking shirts for example, they are all generally the same size, mostly the same shape, etc. So it makes sense to lay them out together, roll them up and pack them as one rather than rolling a mixture of jeans, skirts, shirts, and jackets. This will also make it easier when you need to get straight to something as you will know exactly where in which roll to find them.

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Paradise in Raja Ampat
Arborek Village, Raja Ampat

Choosing the right backpack for travel

How do you choose the best backpack for travel? Here are a few thoughts on the issue:

    • Durability – If you’re going half way around the world, then you’ll want to make sure that the bag you trust with your belongings is tough enough to take the hits on the road. Ideally, I look for large zippers, strong handles and straps (look at the stitching for this), and materials that won’t mark too easily.
    • Style – Because we are the millennial generation, ok?
    • Space – Must be able to fit enough stuff but still be able to get through most airline carry-on size checks (more on this below)
    • Wearability – Personally, I prefer to carry my bags on my back as it leaves my hand free and I hate, HATE carrying suitcases up or down staircases. Padded, adjustable shoulder straps are a must and I like travel backpacks that allow for some air to get to the small of your back as well.

When we got our hands on two of Cabin Zero’s most stylish travel bags, we decided to put them to test. We compared the Urban 42L and the Classic 44L styles during two weeks, 5 hotels, 4 flights, numerous trains and a bus trip through Japan. 

THESE BAGS ARE THE BEST TRAVEL BACKPACKS THAT WE HAVE FOUND!

I used the Urban and Kim-Ling took the Classic for our trip. First up, they are beautiful but in very different ways.

See our quick-look comparison between the Urban and Classic below!

The Urban 42L

For me, the Urban was the perfect mix of stylish, harwearing, waterproof (it was absolutely fine in the rain) and really easy to carry around with both a small side handle, slign shoulder strap AND traditional back straps. I was able to fit all of my clothers for 2 weeks in Japan in the Urban, AS WELL AS my laptop bag with laptop and GoPros x 2. I can’t rate it highly enough and you wouldn’t look out of place strolling down the coolest avenues of the world, including Las Ramblas in Barcelona, Broadway in New York or Shinjuku in Tokyo.

Raja Ampat sunsets

The Classic 44L

For Kim-ling, she LOVED the Classic. Not only because it was super lightweight, but because it came in a range of bright colours, including her favourite – purple. We wore it all around Tokyo, on and off trains, etc and it worked perfectly. Easy to wear, nicely distributing the weight across the shoulders and with a really useful front pocket to store some of the essentials. The beauty of the Classic is that it is has many useful pockets and the interior compartment setup is a little better suited to travel in our opinion.

I choose happiness

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The key question that we had when they first arrived was: Will the CabinZero fit in carry on? My first impression was no, it just looked like a pretty big backpack and I have to admit, I had my doubts.

But the answer is yes, yes it will! We’ve done some digging, and from our own experience and that of other bloggers and travellers, the Classic 44L will fit into carry on with even the most obnoxious of airlines (you know who I’m talking about). We personally used it on ANA, Qantas and Jetstar without any problems whatsoever.

What is it like to travel for two weeks in a carry on?

To be honest, I loved it. I had just what I needed and literally nothing more. It made getting around Tokyo subway stations that much easier and quicker, particularly when running for trains (this happened often) or getting lost for an hour (only once).

It’s also great to have the peace of mind that IF you happen to misplace your Cabin Zero bag, they all have their unique Okoban identifier code that makes it easier to track down (provided you create an account and register your bag).

Conclusion

For us and our style of travel, these bags just worked so well and allowed us to travel through Tokyo, Kyoto and Okinawa for two weeks living out of just a carry on bag. The Urban is now my go to travel bag for anything longer than a few days, while Kim-Ling has used the Classic for everything from weekend trips to longer holidays.

If you’re looking for a versatile, roomy and stylish travel bag, we highly recommend the CabinZero Urban or Classic. Enjoy!

What are your best travel packing tips? Could you travel for up to two weeks with just a carry on?

Please leave a comment below!

A huge thanks to the guys at Cabin Zero for providing us with the Urban and Classic bags for our review. All views remain our own, of course. 

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Robot Restaurant Review

Robot Restaurant Review

Robot Restaurant Review

If you didn’t think the neon lights of Tokyo could shine any brighter, then you haven’t been to Robot Restaurant. You can see the neon signs, wrapped around the building from a block away. Like a magnet, Robot Restaurant draws all the curious explorers in, with its catchy theme song (that’s right, there’s a theme song and it WILL get stuck in your head!) blaring from the speakers, colourful lights flashing and lighting up the street, oh and the huge fembots proudly displayed at the front.

Nightlife in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
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Fembots at Robot Restaurant

What is Robot Restaurant?

If you are in Shinjuku, it’s hard to miss Robot Restaurant. The best way to describe Robot Restaurant is a cabaret show on LSD; 90 minutes (including intervals) of short 5-minute acts filled with dancing, singing, theatrics, laser lights and pyrotechnics.

Singing, dancing and theatrics at Robot Restaurant

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Opened in 2012, Robot Restaurant was originally created as a fun show for where locals can let down their hair. It didn’t take long to become a popular tourist attraction, and now attracts foreign visitors every night. Apparently the owner spent US$100 million on fit out, which is hard to put into words (nevertheless, money well spent, judging by the sell-out crowds!). The stairwells and “waiting room” are a spectacle in their own right and will intrigue all who enter. I’m talking over-the-top bling with futuristic elements and crazy pyschodelic stairwells that entice the audience to the stage underground. I felt like we had stepped into some crazy world of Willy Wonka, but with robots instead of candy.

The coolest waiting room you'll ever visit - Robot Restaurant
Even the walls are funky at Robot Restaurant, Tokyo
Dancers at Robot Restaurant, Japan

The craziest concert you will ever see

As soon as we booked our tickets to Japan, I knew we HAD to go see Robot Restaurant – and I wasn’t disappointed. Robot Restaurant is unlike any other show we’ve ever seen. It’s all the crazy stuff I love about Japan, wrapped into one colourful and eccentric package. The audience is seated in three tiers on two sides of a narrow room. It’s great, as no matter what row you are in, you will have a great view of the action. The seats are set in twos, joined by a small table, where you can store your drinks, popcorn and bento boxes (all at an extra cost).

Robots and lasers at Robot Restaurant, Japan
Robot Restaurant review - Tokyo, Japan

The performances range from mini rock concerts to theatrical robot wars. The singers and dancers have so much energy (I want whatever they’re having!) and the costumes are something out of a teenage boy’s manga dream. You can expect to see impressive robotic floats of sharks, dinosaurs, snakes and futuristic unicorns. Pyrotechnics and laser beams light up the space, and there’s even a dance number that I’m sure was inspired by Daft Punk.

It's all fun and games until someone is eaten by a Robot

Want to do other crazy things in Tokyo? Why not Fight a Sumo? Read about it here!

Crazy things to see in Tokyo, Japan
Electric performances at Robot Restaurant, Tokyo

It’s a Restaurant, so what about the food?

To be honest, people don’t generally come here for the food. Considering there are so many amazing foods on offer nearby, we decided to skip the food and just indulged in some show drinks and popcorn instead. I think I spotted one couple with the bento box, but it’s quite hard to truly enjoy the food, when you are distracted by the awesome spectacle going on right in front of you.

Robot Restaurant Review, Tokyo, Japan

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The dancers at Robot Restaurant are full of energy

Why go?

Unlike many of the themed cafes and restaurants in Japan, Robot Restaurant stood out as a ‘must-do’ for us. Granted, the tickets aren’t as cheap as many of the entry fees for other themed places, but you get 90-minutes of an exhilarating, well-produced show. It’s over the top, tourisy and a little cheesy at times, but that’s part of its charm! It combines all the craziness you expect from Japan, right in the centre of Tokyo electrifying nightlife.

Taiko performances at Robot Restaurant

The details

Robot Restaurant is located in Shinjuku: 1-7-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo,Japan. It’s pretty hard to miss, with the bright neon signage out the front (you will likely hear it before you see it too!).

There are up to four shows per day at 4PM, 5:55pm, 7:50pm and 9:45pm. See the website for up-to-date times. Note that you have to be there 40 minutes before the show to pick up the tickets (and there’s normally a decent line).

Tickets are ¥8,000 per person, however we’ve teamed up with G’Day Japan to offer all of our readers discounted tickets here!  We recommend booking in advance, as the shows often sell out.

Colourful performances at Robot Restaurant
Robot Restaurant is a must-see in Tokyo, Japan
Robot Restaurant performances, Tokyo, Japan

Have you been to Robot Restaurant? What did you think? Is this the kind of crazy thing you’d love to see in Japan? Comment below!

A huge thanks to Robot Restaurant and G’Day Japan for an awesome night! As always, our opinions are our own.

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