Budgeting in Japan
Tokyo has the largest study and employment market and usually the highest housing costs. Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sendai, Sapporo and regional campuses differ; build the budget in JPY for rent, transport, utilities and health insurance.
Budget in local currency
Build your working budget in JPY and include deposits, utilities, local transport, food, phone service and insurance.
Use current local evidence
Ask the institution for current housing guidance and compare recurring prices close to the intended start date; general cost estimates age quickly.
Information you can trust
Reviewed 2026-08-26 against Study in Japan / JASSO, Immigration Services Agency of Japan. Programme records remain managed centrally in SIT Connect.
National references: Study in Japan / JASSO; Immigration Services Agency of Japan.
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