Living Cost
Monthly living expenses (including tuition) in Japan for international students on average nationwide comes to about 138,000 yen. Regionally, the Shikoku region has the lowest living expenses at 104,000 yen, while the Kanto region has the highest living expenses at 154,000 yen. The Kanto region includes Tokyo, where average monthly expenses comes to 158,000 yen. This is more than 50,000 yen per month extra compared to the Shikoku region. The high expense of Tokyo can be attributed to high rent costs along with the cost of transportation required for commuting and other activities.
One of the main reasons to study in Japan is the safe environment, as Japan is considered one of the safest countries in the world. The living cost in Japan compared to other study destinations is low. It all depends on the areas you choose to live and the lifestyle you follow.
The most student-friendly cities in Japan include Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka, Sapporo or Yokohama, cities that cover all your budget needs.
Daily goods prices:
| Products | Price |
|---|---|
| Rice (5 kg) | 2,224 yen |
| Bread (1 kg) | 621 yen |
| Milk (1,000 ml) | 216 yen |
| Eggs (10 eggs) | 222 yen |
| Apples (1 kg) | 447 yen |
| Cabbage (1 kg) | 118 yen |
| Carbonated drink (500 ml plastic bottle) | 108 yen |
| Hamburger | 180 yen |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 132 yen |
| Toilet paper (1,000 m) | 643 yen |
| Movie ticket | 1,833 yen |
| Taxi (4 km) | 1,460 yen |
The cost of living
The assume monthly expenses describe in below. The cost of living in center areas is higher than in rural areas.
