Prices and Cost of Living in Japan
Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Japan. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 204.31 PLN to 237.59 PLN
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 5 September 2025.
How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?
Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 8305 JPY (204 PLN) to 9657 JPY (238 PLN). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 20578 JPY (506 PLN) to 26219 JPY (645 PLN). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Japan. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 36.62 PLN to 60.57 PLN
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 44.88 PLN to 77 PLN
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 5 September 2025.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Japan?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 1488 JPY (36.62 PLN) to 2462 JPY (60.57 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 1824 JPY (44.88 PLN) to 3130 JPY (77 PLN) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 5 September 2025
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in Japan
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Japan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Tokyo.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 19.42 PLN |
| Banana (1kg) | 9.26 PLN |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 79.93 PLN |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 29.52 PLN |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 28.77 PLN |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 14.76 PLN |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 7.48 PLN |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 8.58 PLN |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 10.13 PLN |
| Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre | 41.96 PLN |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 5.18 PLN |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 5.62 PLN |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 61.17 PLN |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 5.66 PLN |
| Onion (1kg) | 12.09 PLN |
| Oranges (1kg) | 21.50 PLN |
| Potato (1kg) | 11.81 PLN |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 19.34 PLN |
| Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre | 46.35 PLN |
| Tomato (1kg) | 21.47 PLN |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 3.23 PLN |
Food and beverage prices in Japan
Popular food products found on store shelves in Japan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 492 JPY (12.09 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 3249 JPY (79.93 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 786 JPY (19.34 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 228 JPY (5.62 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 376 JPY (9.26 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 789 JPY (19.42 PLN) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 131 JPY (3.23 PLN). Dairy prices in Japan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 230 JPY (5.66 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 2486 JPY (61.17 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1169 JPY (28.77 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 349 JPY (8.58 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 873 JPY (21.47 PLN) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 12.88 PLN |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 4.48 PLN |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 14.76 PLN |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 19.68 PLN |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 19.68 PLN |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 172 PLN |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 29.52 PLN |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.17 PLN |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Japan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 524 JPY (12.88 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 182 JPY (4.48 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 800 JPY (19.68 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 7000 JPY (172 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1200 JPY (29.52 PLN).
Public Transportation Prices
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 271 PLN |
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 5.41 PLN |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 93.23 PLN |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 12.30 PLN |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 12.30 PLN |
How much does transportation cost in Japan?
The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 220 JPY (5.41 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 11000 JPY (271 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 JPY (12.3 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 500 JPY (12.3 PLN).
Fuel Prices
| Diesel 1L | 3.87 PLN |
| Gasoline 1L | 4.37 PLN |
Fuel prices in Japan
Average fuel prices in Japan are 178 JPY (4.37 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 157 JPY (3.87 PLN) per liter of diesel.
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 47.97 PLN |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 246 PLN |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 75.48 PLN |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 3 962 PLN |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 2 141 PLN |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 8 720 PLN |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 4 709 PLN |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Japan?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Japan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 87024 JPY (2141 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 161052 JPY (3962 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 1582430 JPY (38931 PLN) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 38 931 PLN |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 19 216 PLN |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 9 243 PLN |
Hotel Prices in Japan
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
What is the average cost of a hotel room?
Accommodation prices in Japan vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Osaka (December 2024) ranges from 5162 JPY (127 PLN) per night in a hostel to about 26426 JPY (650 PLN) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 77007 JPY (1895 PLN) upwards.
• Prices for products and services in Tokyo. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 09/2022, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
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