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Prices and Cost of Living in Japan

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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.

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Food

from 9.56 EUR to 12.97 EUR

Transportation

from 2.54 EUR to 3.46 EUR

Sightseeing

from 5.74 EUR to 5.88 EUR

Accommodation

from 30.84 EUR to 34.26 EUR

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 48.67 EUR to 56.58 EUR

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 26 July 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 8442 JPY (48.67 EUR) to 9813 JPY (56.58 EUR). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 20506 JPY (118 EUR) to 26164 JPY (151 EUR). 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.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 8.65 EUR to 14.3 EUR

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 10.6 EUR to 18.18 EUR

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 26 July 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 1500 JPY (8.65 EUR) to 2480 JPY (14.3 EUR) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 1839 JPY (10.6 EUR) to 3153 JPY (18.18 EUR) 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: 26 July 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)4.55 EUR
Banana (1kg)2.17 EUR
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)18.73 EUR
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)6.92 EUR
Chicken Fillets (1kg)6.74 EUR
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)3.46 EUR
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)1.75 EUR
Eggs (regular) (12)2.01 EUR
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.37 EUR
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre9.85 EUR
Lettuce (1 head)1.21 EUR
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.32 EUR
Local Cheese (1kg)14.33 EUR
Milk (regular), (1 liter)1.33 EUR
Onion (1kg)2.83 EUR
Oranges (1kg)5.04 EUR
Potato (1kg)2.77 EUR
Rice (white), (1kg)4.53 EUR
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre10.88 EUR
Tomato (1kg)5.03 EUR
Water (1.5 liter bottle)0.76 EUR

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 (2.83 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 3249 JPY (18.73 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 786 JPY (4.53 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 228 JPY (1.32 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 376 JPY (2.17 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 789 JPY (4.55 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 131 JPY (0.76 EUR). Dairy prices in Japan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 230 JPY (1.33 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 2486 JPY (14.33 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1169 JPY (6.74 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 349 JPY (2.01 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 873 JPY (5.03 EUR) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)3.02 EUR
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)1.05 EUR
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)3.46 EUR
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)4.61 EUR
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)4.61 EUR
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course40.36 EUR
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant6.92 EUR
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.74 EUR

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 (3.02 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 182 JPY (1.05 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 800 JPY (4.61 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 7000 JPY (40.36 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1200 JPY (6.92 EUR).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)63.42 EUR
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)1.27 EUR
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)21.85 EUR
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)2.88 EUR
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)2.88 EUR

How much does transportation cost in Japan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 220 JPY (1.27 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 11000 JPY (63.42 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 JPY (2.88 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 500 JPY (2.88 EUR).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L0.91 EUR
Gasoline 1L1.03 EUR

Fuel prices in Japan

Average fuel prices in Japan are 178 JPY (1.03 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 158 JPY (0.91 EUR) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat11.24 EUR
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult57.68 EUR
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)17.69 EUR

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre929 EUR
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre502 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre2 044 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre1 104 EUR

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 (502 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 161052 JPY (929 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 1582430 JPY (9124 EUR) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre9 124 EUR
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre4 503 EUR

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)2 166 EUR

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 5203 JPY (30 EUR) per night in a hostel to about 26472 JPY (153 EUR) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 77140 JPY (445 EUR) upwards.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
8
59.48 EUR
Business Hotel Kaga
41
122 EUR
Hotel Toyo
49
153 EUR
APA Hotel Osaka Higobashi Ekimae
52
274 EUR
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Shin Osaka
12
616 EUR
Hotel New Otani Osaka
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• 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.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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