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Is Japan expensive

Is Japan expensive -

In today Japan Travel Q & A we answer about whether Japan expensive by Brian in . Atlanta, Georgia ?:

"A big question for me would be how to control costs I heard Japan is very expensive - is the only Tokyo, or elsewhere "

Do not feel: like a video? Read below for today's answer!

Good question, Brian!

Japan is not as expensive as you think! But this is a really common myth about Japan.

While it may be more expensive than places like China and Thailand, it is cheaper than places like Singapore, United Kingdom, Australia and Scandinavia generally!

prices generally a little higher in Tokyo than anywhere else, but it does not change drastically. And one of the great things about Japan is that you can customize your experience with your budget!

How much is really Japan?

japanese yen 10000 yen bill

A ¥ 10,000 bill

For example, if you are in the world want to have the best sushi meal , it will approximately US cost $ 300 per person ... and it will be worth it!

on the other side, for only US $ 3 2 or $, you can have a large and healthy lunch of soba or udon noodles.

To have a better idea of ​​how to give cost in Japan, really a lot of things here is a list of real-world examples to help you budget for your trip.

Please note that prices may vary, and vary the exchange rates constantly. All estimated prices are listed according to the Japanese yen and US dollar.

food prices in Japan

ramen kagoshima japan kyushu

A bowl of Ramen

The quality of the food in Japan is so high that it is definitely worth it, splurging on some special meals. but

You may also notice that some of your favorite foods while traveling in Japan at the end costing below 1000 (US $ 10) ¥

  • onigiri (rice balls). Over 150 ¥ (US $ 1.50)
  • pastries in a bakery: Over 0 ¥ (US $ 2)
  • bowl soba or udon noodles: About ¥ 0 ¥ 700 (US 2- $ 7 $)
  • Ramen: About 700 ¥ ¥ 1000 (US-7- $ 10 $)
  • Inexpensive sushi meal: About ¥ 1,000- ¥ 2,000 (US $ 10- $ 20)
  • lunch "set" ( Teishoku ): About 800 ¥ ¥ 1.0 (US $ 8- $ 12)
  • Michelin-star restaurant meal: Ranging from about US far 150- $ $ 400 per person
  • dinner and drinks at a izakaya : About 3,000- ¥ ¥ 00 (US $ 30- $ 60)

Speaking of drinks ...

The prices of drinks in Japan

Japanese sake

(Photo credit: macglee over Compfight cc)

  • tea: tea is in many restaurants for free
  • bottled water: over 0 ¥ (US $ 1.20)
  • Coffee: over 0 ¥ ¥ 500 (US $ 2- $ 5), depending on the quality and the business
  • draft beer in a bar or izakaya (for example, Asahi, Sapporo or Kirin): About ¥ 400 ¥ 0 (US $ 4- $ 6)
  • glass of sake in a izakaya : About 400 ¥ ¥ 0 (US $ 4- $ 6)

Urban mobility [1945016towork]
Tokyo Metro Marunouchi line subway train at Ochanomizu in Tokyo Japan

Tokyo Metro (Marunouchi line)

in Japan is surprisingly easy, and its transportation systems are clean, very efficient and inexpensive.

  • subway ride in Tokyo: Over 0 ¥ (US $ 2)
  • bus trip in Kyoto 220 ¥ (about US $ 2.20)
  • bicycle rental: About 1,000- ¥ ¥ 1,500 per day (US $ 10- $ 15)
  • taxi ride: Varies widely spaced on average about 0 ¥ ¥ 00 (US $ 6- $ 20)

entry rates & tickets

sumo tournament match japan

(Photo credit: davidgsteadman over Compfight cc)

  • temple or entrance Shrine: Sometimes 3 free otherwise about ¥ 300 ¥ 500 (US $ - $ 5)
  • museum admission: About 1000 ¥ ¥ 00 (US $ 10- $ 20)
  • Cat Cafe: About ¥ 1000 - ¥ 1500 per hour (US 10 $ 15 $) (input usually includes one drink)
  • cards Sumo: $ 35- 130 per person $, far from about US Ranging depending on type of seat

accommodations and flights

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo

Signature restaurant, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo

Hotel and ryokan rates season can vary greatly depending on day of the week, and other factors.

Please note that most ryokans per person charge (and not per room) as a multi-course dinner and breakfast are usually included

  • budget accommodation :. From about US $ 50- $ 100 per night
  • mid-range accommodation: from approximately $ 150- $ 250 per night
  • Luxury accommodations: Ranging widely from about $ 300 - $ 0 per night or more
  • luxury ryokan stay (with several courses including kaiseki dinner): $ 0- $ 500 far from over US Ranging per person per night or longer

A note on flights: flight costs is mainly subject to fluctuations in seasonality, fuel prices, advance payment and other factors

  • Round- trip-Los Angeles-Tokyo flights :. About US $ 800 - $ 1,0
  • round-trip Sydney-Tokyo flights: About US $ 750- $ 1150
  • round-trip in New York Tokyo Flights: About US 1,000- $ 1,500 $
  • round-trip London-Tokyo flights :. About US $ 800- $ 10

No Tipping in Japan

Another bonus is that there is no tipping in Japan basically

Japanese service and hospitality are among the best in the world, but despite how good the service is, tipping is neither required nor usually expected.

You can read our full article on tipping in Japan for more information.

Kaiseki japanese food ryokan kurashiki

Kaiseki cuisine at Ryokan Kurashiki

I hope that gives you a better idea of ​​ how much things really are costs in Japan and see that it does not think as expensive as you.

on the other hand, if you're looking for a splurge Japan the place to do it, home to some of the essence of the best luxury accommodations, restaurants and shopping experiences in the world.

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