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Japan Trip Budget Philippines (With Sample 9 Days Itinerary)

Here’s your ultimate Japan trip budget if you’re traveling from the Philippines. Are you looking for a Japan travel guide for beginners? We share our Japan travel tips with a sample itinerary (complete with most of the popular spots in Japan) on this page.

We had a 9-day journey in Japan, exploring the famous parts and tourist attractions in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hakone, and Mt. Fuji. We will share some helpful info about our trip and some travel budget tips you can follow to travel efficiently and conveniently as a beginner.

We went for the Sakura Season (Cherry Blossom) on this trip. You can also visit Shibuya Station, Tokyo Tower, Disneyland, Ueno Park, Roppongi Hills, Mori Tower, Universal Studios in Osaka with The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Dotonbori, Bamboo Forest, and all the famous tourist spots listed in the itinerary below.

Table of Contents:

Why should you visit Japan?

You cannot miss visiting Japan because it has everything you would be looking for in a place to travel – the food, the culture, the people, and the experience. The food is to die for. Visiting Japan will let you experience their heritage and its kindest people. You’ll be in a completely different world from the past and the future because Japan has it all.

When is the best time to travel to Japan?

The best time to visit Japan is every new season . They say that after you go to Japan, you’ll definitely come back again because every season has a lot to offer. Every traveler cannot miss experiencing the particular season of each tourist attraction, whether winter in Hokkaido or Autumn in Kyoto.

The weather in Japan is chilly from December to February as it is the winter season. Spring starts from March until April when the famous Sakura Season ( Cherry Blossom ) also occurs. Summer begins in June until August. Autumn starts in September to November.

How to travel Japan from the Philippines?

The most common route to travel to Japan from the Philippines is by taking a flight from Manila Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport or Manila to Kansai Airport if you want to start your journey at Osaka, Japan. It takes four hours and thirty minutes to reach Japan from the Philippines by airplane.

How to travel Japan with the most affordable budget?

To book the cheapest flights, you can find an airline promo at airlinepromo.net and search for your desired dates. That website will give you the most reasonable flight comparison.

We recommend booking as early as three months before your flight departure to avail the cheapest airfare. That’s one of the best tips we have learned before traveling to any destination.

You can start your vacation in Japan in either Tokyo or Osaka; therefore, you can book for Tokyo (Narita Airport) or Osaka (Kansai Airport). Those are always the flights with the cheapest airfare compared to other airports and routes.

Consider the weather before your travel to know what clothes you will need to pack.

Do you need a JR Pass to travel to Japan?

Yes, if you stay for seven days or more and want to explore many tourist spots conveniently. This ticket will give you unlimited travel. JR Pass already includes train, bus, and ferry. The train is the fastest and cheapest mode of transportation in Japan.

We also recommend air travel from Tokyo to Osaka or some other farther parts of Japan to save time and money. Bullet train (Shinkansen) is costly in that case, but if you’re really exploring more Japanese prefectures, buying a JR Pass (Japan Rail Pass) is recommended for you.

What are the benefits of using a JR Pass in Japan?

Japan Rail Pass can be used on trains, buses, and ferries across the entire part of Japan. It can also be used on all shinkansen trains (bullet trains) except Nozomi and Mizuho trains and covers all the fees involved.

JR Pass can be used for 7, 14, or 21 days. The price for 7-day usage starts at $279. JR Pass is beneficial if you explore Japan in a week or more.

Japan Travel Guide for Beginners and First-time Travelers

Our adventures in Japan started in Tokyo. Besides the photos here, you can also watch the videos I made to sum up my recent travel to Japan.

We went in the first week of April, the weather was still cold, and it was raining every other day.

The weather in Japan every April has both sunny and rainy days. I recommend visiting Shibuya Station, Ginza, and Dotonbori at night for the amazing lights and sights. Fantastic to take photos.

You can use the itinerary below as your Japan travel guide. It’s straightforward to find Japan’s famous places and tourist spots as every train station will connect you to them.

Besides, every train station in Japan has a kind and approachable staff. You can ask them in English any question about the place or route you are going.

Do not miss experiencing the Onsen (Japanese hot spring) .  Some 5-star hotels offer free Onsen for every accommodation.

We checked in at Merveille Club in Hakone on the way to our Mt. Fuji tour. Unfortunately, the weather in Mt. Fuji did not let us see the iconic volcano. We will try some of their hot springs on our next travel to Japan.

How to find cheap Japan travel package?

Some travel packages are available for Japan tours, but we find them expensive, so we just made a Do-It-Yourself trip. We saved around $1,000 for our 9-day Japan travel.

I don’t use Airbnb these days because prices go up even when I clear out my browser’s cookies and cache. I like cheap deals from Booking.com for all my hotel accommodations these days. For my flights, of course, airlinepromo.net saves the day.

If you’re not traveling alone, you can save a lot of money on your food expenses since typical restaurants offer big servings and unlimited rice.

Big servings of food for one person can be enjoyed by two. People in Japan are very generous. Just a reminder, though, you can’t take out remaining foods from restaurants in Japan when you dine inside the resto.

Japan Trip Budget Philippines (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hakone)

This budget travel to Japan includes a full-suite tour exploring the most famous spots in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hakone. It means that you will be able to see and experience scenic destinations and attractions even if you are a beginner or first-time traveler in Japan. The breakdown of our expenses for our Japan travel budget from the Philippines is listed below:

• Flight ticket (roundtrip) Manila to Tokyo Narita Airport – Php27,600
• Hotel Accommodations (for two adults) – Php17,850
• JR Pass – Php14,500
• Tokyo Disneyland Ticket – Php3120
• Universal Studios Japan Ticket – Php3,320
• Flight Tokyo to Osaka – Php5,955

The expenses above don’t include pocket money which depends upon a person. Set aside enough pocket money that you will consume for your food cravings, meals, and necessary shopping.

Sample Japan Itinerary for Beginners for a 9-Day Trip:

Here’s a sample itinerary for you. You can also use it in making your Schedule of Stay when applying for your Japan tourist visa.

• See the famous Shibuya crossing at night
• Explore nearby shops and restaurants
• Day 2 – Tokyo Disneyland Full Day Tour
• The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
• Arashimaya Bamboo Grove
• Ryoanji Temple
• Kinkakuhi Temple
• Ginkakuji Temple
• Philosopher’s Path
• Gion District
• Kiyomizudera Temple
• Sanusangendo Temple
• Nijo Castle
• Fushimi Inari Shrine
• Kohukuji Temple
• Isuien Garden
• Todaiji Temple
• Nigatsudo and Sangatsudo
• Wakakusa Mountain
• Kasuga Taisha Shrine
• Naramachi Walk
• Mt. Fuji and Hakone Tour
• Imperial Garden Palace
• Senso-ji Temple
• Tokyo Skytree
• Shibuya Station
• Meguro River
• Meiji Shrine
• Yoyogi Park
• Takedori Street
• Day 9 – Flight back home

Japan Travel Guides and Tips:

• How I got Japan Multiple Entry Visa in One Shot
• Japan Visa Cover Letter Sample
• Japan Visa Schedule of Stay Sample
• How to Get JR Pass in the Philippines

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Fehl is the founder of Philpad. She has a degree in Accountancy and a background in Finance. She is a licensed Career Service Professional and author of a poetry book at Barnes & Noble. In her spare time, she likes to travel and vlog.

6 thoughts on “Japan Trip Budget Philippines (With Sample 9 Days Itinerary)”

thank you for sharing this info

My pleasure 🙂

Hi. How much is your budget during this whole trip? Thanks

I prepared 75K because it covered Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo with Disney and Universal Studios tickets.

Hi Fehl, I found this article of yours and I like your itineraries. You have covered almost all of the tourist spots. Do you like winter in Japan? Can you suggest winter itineraries?

Hi, thank you for visiting Agnes 🙂 I will surely post winter travel guide in Japan. Looking forward to do it this year 🙂

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How to get to Tokyo from Narita Airport?

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Where to Exchange Currency?

How to Stay Connected in Japan?

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• sumimasen - to say excuse me / call the staff in a restaurant or shop
• doko - where?
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Where to Stay in Tokyo?

Sakura Hotel Hatagaya

• It's near a train station (Hatagaya Station)
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Playsis East Tokyo

• It's near a subway train station (Honjo Azumabashi Station)
• Senso-ji Temple is just 10 minutes walk from the hostel
• It has a very nice rooftop with an amazing view of Tokyo Skytree Tower .
• Excellent online reviews

OTHER HOTELS/HOSTELS IN TOKYO FOR 1,000 TO 2,000 PESOS PER NIGHT

• commun SHIBUYA (Male Only) - Check room rates and room availability
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• APA Hotel Keisei Ueno-Ekimae - Check room rates and room availability
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• Agora Place Tokyo Asakusa - Check room rates and room availability
• Asakusa Fukudaya - Check room rates and room availability
• Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae Capsule Hotel - Check room rates and room availability
• Tokyo Central Youth Hostel - Check room rates and room availability
• The Global Hotel Tokyo - Check room rates and room availability
• Imano Tokyo Hostel - Check room rates and room availability
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• Center Hotel Tokyo - Check room rates and room availability
• Hotel Livemax Tokyo Bakurocho - Check room rates and room availability
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How to Get Around Tokyo?

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Top Things to Do, Tourist Spots and Attractions in Tokyo

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• TOKYO SKYTREE® & Sumida Aquarium Combo Ticket
• Roppongi Hills Observation Deck ”Tokyo City View“
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SENSŌ-JI TEMPLE

TOKYO ASAKUSA RICKSHAW TOUR

MEIJI SHRINE

YOYOGI PARK

SHIBUYA CROSSING

Shibuya sky.

HACHIKO MEMORIAL STATUE

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Day Tours from Tokyo

FUJI ISU HAKONE NATIONAL PARK

Other options: mt. fuji tours.

• Mount Fuji Classic Route Day Tour from Tokyo Budget-friendly option!
• Mt. Fuji Flower Festival Tour with Mt. Kachi Kachi Ropeway Experience from Tokyo
• Mt. Fuji and Bright Red Kochia with Matsutake Mushroom Gozen & Fruits Basket
• Mt Fuji, Five-storied Pagoda, The Illumination & Riding Kachi-kachi Ropeway

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Sample 4 Days / 3 Nights Tokyo DIY Itinerary

Day 1 - arrival and city tour part 1, day 2 - mt. fuji and hakone day tour, day 3 - tokyo disneyland, day 4 - tokyo city tour part 2 + departure, tokyo trip budget and expenses, sample tokyo itinerary 4 days and 3 nights for 21,800 pesos.

• You will be staying in a private room at Hotel Sakura Hatagaya at PHP 3,500 per night.
• You are a group of two.
• Your maximum expense for food is 250 PHP or 500 JPY per meal per person.
• You'll be using a Tokyo Subway Unlimited Pass for 3 days.

PRE-TRAVEL EXPENSES

• Hotel for 3 nights - 10,500 / 2 = 5,250.00 per person
• 4G Japan Data SIM Card - 513.00 (1GB Data 6 Days Usage)
• Tokyo Skyliner - 2,138.00 (round-trip)
• Tokyo Subway Ticket - 744.00 (72 Hours)
• Tokyo Disneyland Ticket - 3,595.00 (one-day pass)
• Mount Fuji and Hakone Day Trip - 6,800.00 per person
• DAY 1 - 1,990 JPY
• DAY 2 - 760 JPY
• DAY 3 - 1,700 JPY
• DAY 4 - 1,330 JPY

GRAND TOTAL - 21,853 PHP per person

• Round trip airfare Manila-Tokyo-Manila
• NAIA terminal fee and travel tax
• Food expense for snacks
• Budget for pasalubong and souvenirs

Sample Tokyo DIY Itinerary for 15,000 Pesos Budget for 4 Days and 3 Nights

Day 2 - mt. fuji classic route day tour, breakdown of expenses.

• Hostel for 3 nights (1,000 PHP/night) = 3,000.00 per person
• Mount Fuji Classic Route Day Trip - 2,992.00 per person

GRAND TOTAL - 15,795 PHP per person

Sample tokyo diy itinerary for 10,000 pesos budget for 3 days and 2 nights, day 2 - tokyo disneyland, day 3 - tokyo city tour part 2 + departure.

• Hostel for 2 nights (1,000 PHP/night) = 2,000.00 per person
• Tokyo Skyliner - 2,138.00 (round-trip Narita-Ueno-Narita)
• DAY 1 - 1,000 JPY
• DAY 3 - 1,440 JPY
• DAY 4 - 1,000 JPY

GRAND TOTAL - 10,658 PHP per person

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11 comments :.

Hi, did you visit Japan during Spring? We're planning to visit on mid of February 2019 but I want to see cherry blossoms so bad. Are you aware if I will be able to see some or should I just forget my dream?

hi, just want to ask, if i will be roaming around the city of tokyo (just the inner city) following your itineraries for the inner city, is the 3 day-unlimited subway pass worth it? i dont plan to go to the neighboring cities. just around tokyo. usually tsukiji,ueno,asakusa,shinjuku odaiba and roponggi are the places i want to to go during my 4-day stay. im torn between sticking to the ICOCA card(coz i'll be coming from osaka) and TOKYO Subway pass. or should i only stick to the ICOCA card? appreciate your advise :-)

very informative. thanks this is very useful. planning to visit japan in oct. !!!

thanks for this tips. i love it!

Question lang, bakit kahit may Tokyo Subway Pass ka, nagbabayad ka pa rin sa ibang routes? Hindi ba kasama yun sa Tokyo Metro Pass?

Hi, planning a trip to japan and crossing s.korea trip then of course back phils. Have you been tried this travel scheme?

Love the content! Big thanks to this! Keep it up!

Hi Mervz, Thank you for sharing this, our trip to tokyo is next week na! Weeeh! -sherwin (qbe)

Hi! I need someone to talk to directly on msgr. regarding this DIY trip to Tokyo. Hope you colud help me. Big thanks in advance!

Hi! Did you already book your accommodation here in PH or, when you are already in japan?

Mahirap na maghanap nag hostel na tag P1,000 ngayon. Even capsule hotels, parang nasa P1,500/night. Also, if you arrive in Japan at 11:35am, most likely, your return flight leaves at around 12:30pm. So sa 3rd day, wala kana magagawa since you need to be at the airport 2 hours before flight, then travel time pa.

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7-Day Japan Itinerary With Guide + Budget (Pinoy Solo Traveler)

• Post author: dantravels
• Post published: February 13, 2020
• Post category: Itinerary
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I don’t know about you guys but for me, Japan is one of the best countries in the world!

When I visited this East Asian country in February, there were no dull moments and everything was spectacular following my 7-day Japan itinerary which I’ll be writing about in this blog. If both Tokyo and Sapporo are on your bucket list amongst Japanese cities to visit, then this blog perfectly made for you!

I have also included my detailed day-to-day expenses which I’m sure budget travelers will find very helpful to estimate their overall travel cost when traveling to Japan. Because let’s face it, this country has one of the highest costs of living in the world.

Hi there! First of all, I am Daniel – a solo backpacker from the Philippines. If you don’t know my story yet, feel free to read this article where I talked about how I quit my job in order to travel. This article was also featured on TripZilla Philippines .

DO YOU NEED A VISA?

First things first–do you need a visa to travel to Japan?

If you’re also a Philippine Passport holder, you need to secure a Japanese tourist visa first.

Read : my blog on how to get your Japanese tourist visa with your Philippine passport.

If you’re from another country, you might want to check first the visa policy of Japan to verify whether you need a visa or not.

Language: Japanese Capital City: Tokyo Currency:  Japanese Yen (JPY) Int’l Airports in this trip: NRT , CTS Preferred mode of transportation: Subways / Trams Time Zone: GMT +9

HOW I GOT TO JAPAN

• Manila (Philippines) – Tokyo (Japan) [ $65.80 ]
• Tokyo (Japan) – Sapporo (Japan) – Tokyo (Japan) [ $89.30 ]
• Tokyo (Japan) – Manila (Philippines) [ $73.80 ]
• Subtotal: $228.9

HOW TO GET AROUND JAPAN?

• Flying is the quickest way you can travel from one city to another (e.g., Tokyo to Sapporo). As mentioned above, you can book using Trip.com to get yourself the best flight deals available. Most economy flights are even cheaper than traveling by train!
• Subways are the best way to get around big cities in Japan like Tokyo and Sapporo. But as I mentioned in my budget travel tips blog – “ walk as much as you can! “
• Sapporo’s tram network is one of the city’s more unique transportation methods. With only about seven minutes between each streetcar, it is one of the fastest ways for you to get around some areas of town.
• Buses are also one of the best transport services in Japan but aren’t really recommended for short-term visitors.
• A prepaid Suica card is the BEST way to pay for transport which both can be used in Tokyo and Sapporo. You can buy a Suica card online at GoVoyagin.com for pickup at Narita or Haneda airport.
• Your navigation would be much easier if you are using Google Maps. In Japan, it is very reliable and accurate. If you’re looking for travel directions, it will give you all different options and even how much it will cost for each option . You can either buy a sim card here or rent a pocket wifi here for pick-up at various airports

NOTE : I have only listed the transport services I used per my experience during my 7-day Japan itinerary travel.

WHERE DID I STAY IN JAPAN

You can book a room at any hotel in Japan through Agoda or Booking.com . I usually book my room accommodations through booking.com. Room accommodation ranges from cheap hostels to luxury hotels. Book hostels through booking.com as they have free cancellation or pay-at-the-hotel option.

If hotel isn’t to your liking, try AirBnb. Airbnbs are immersed in neighborhoods, condos, and townhomes. There is a feeling you get when you stay in an Airbnb that makes you feel like you belong in that city or town. Since it is someone’s home, there is a certain amount of pride you feel while staying there. I have used Airbnb on some of my other trips and I loved it!

If you’re new to AirBnB, then you can get up to 43 USD free travel credit by signing up via this link

My Room Accommodations:

• Name (1): Hotel Owl Tokyo Nippori
• Name (2): Hostel Waqwaq Tokyo
• Room type: Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
• Cost: included the day-to-day expenses below
• Name: Capsule Inn Sapporo
• Room type: Capsule Room (for Male only)

MY 7-DAY JAPAN ITINERARY with EXPENSES

NOTE : I created a more detailed itinerary and guide of my trips to Tokyo and Sapporo, each has a separate blog but unfortunately has no cost breakdown. Click here for Tokyo and here for Sapporo .

DAY 0: NARITA AIRPORT TO DOWNTOWN TOKYO

• JPY 3,300 – Sim Card
• JPY 1,030 –  Train: Narita station to Nipporo station (Keisei Main Line)
• JPY 8,500 – Hostel (5-Night Stay)
• Subtotal: JPY 12,830

DAY 1: TOKYO'S TAITO (ASAKUSA), SUMIDA, & ARAKAWA (NIPPORI)

• JPY 210 – Train: Nippori station to Tokyo Skytree station
• JPY 170 – Train: Asakusa station to Minami Senju station
• JPY 121 – Food: 7-11 Noodles (ahaha!)
• JPY 160 – Train: Minami Senju station to Nippori station
• Subtotal: JPY 661

NOTE : In my hostel in Tokyo, there is an available free water + juice drink dispenser. I normally carry a bottle filled with any of those drinks to keep me through the day. I also brought some Oreos from the Philippines so I don’t buy too much food in Tokyo.

Later in the afternoon,  I grabbed a strolling map pamphlet (for Nippori area) at my hostel lounge. I really didn’t expect to see much in my hostel area at first but by following the recommended places in the pamphlet–there are a lot to see! 

DAY 2: OFF TO YOKOHAMA, MT. FUJI & THEN TOKYO TOWER + SHIBUYA CROSSING

• JPY 550 – Train: Nippori station to Yokohama station
• JPY 210 – Train: Nihon odori station to Yokohama station
• JPY 260 – Train: Yokohama station to Yamato station
• JPY 200 – Bus: Yamato to Tomei Yamato bus stop
• JPY 1,050 – Bus: Tomei Yamato to Gotemba
• JPY 240 – Food: Bread with Coffeemilk
• JPY 84 – Food: Choco Bread
• JPY 500 – Train: Gotemba station to Matsuda station
• JPY 780 – Train: Shin-matsuda station to Shinjuku station
• JPY 210 – Train: Shinjuku station to Shibuya station
• JPY 280 – Train: Shibuya station to Akabanebashi station
• JPY 280 – Train: Onarimon station to Nippori station
• Subtotal: JPY 4,644

NOTE : Yokohama, a city south of Tokyo, is almost an hour train ride from Nippori, Tokyo. I even went further south to Gotemba to hopefully get a closer look of Mt. Fuji that day. But unfortunately, Mt. Fuji is covered by huge thick clouds and thus unseeable even from afar.

Later in the evening, my Japanese friend took me to the famous Shibuya crossing. While chillin’ at Shibuya’s Starbucks, we’ve witnessed tons of people crossing Shibuya in action. It’s unbelievable and surreal!

DAY 3: TOKYO'S CHIYODA, SHIBUYA, & SHINJUKU

• JPY 160 – Train: Nippori station to Tokyo station
• JPY 500 – Food: McDonald’s meal
• JPY 200 – Train: Nijubashimae station to Harajuku station
• JPY 396 – Food: KitKat Chocolate ( pasalubong ) at Takeshita St. 
• JPY 130 – Train: Sangubashi station to Shinjuku station
• JPY 180 – Train: Shinjuku station to Tochomae station
• JPY 180 – Train: Tochomae station to Shinjuku station
• JPY 200 – Train: Shinjuku station to Nippori station
• Subtotal: JPY 1,946

DAY 4: TOKYO'S KOTO (ODAIBA), TAITO (UENO)

• JPY 320 – Food: Bento Box (breakfast)
• JPY 200 – Train: Nippori station to Shinjuku station
• JPY 200 – Train: Shinjuku station to Shinbashi station
• JPY 320 – Train: Shinbashi station to Daiba station
• JPY 160 – Train: Daiba station to Shinbashi (via Tokyo Station)
• JPY 170 – Train: Shinbashi station to Shinjuku station
• JPY 280 – Train: Nippori station to Ueno station
• JPY 140 – Train: Ueno station to Nippori station
• Subtotal: JPY 1,990

NOTE:  In this day, I met my college classmate who works in Tokyo and he took me to Odaiba. He also took me for a lunch treat! =) There are even travel hacks he showed me where one can travel by train the cheapest!

Later in the evening, I met my Japanese friend again and he took me to Ueno Park where cherry blossoms ( sakura ) have started to show up as early as in February! We also took a stroll to Nezu shrine.

DAY 5: DOWNTOWN SAPPORO (ODORI PARK & TV TOWER)

• JPY 1,240 – Train: Nippori station to Narita (via Sky Access)
• JPY 1,030 – Bus: Airport to Sapporo downtown
• JPY 500 – Food: Mcdonald’s Meal
• JPY 5,000 – Hostel: Capsule type room (2-Night Stay)
• JPY 230 – Food: McFlurry Oreo
• JPY 500 – Food: McDonald’s Meal
• Subtotal: JPY 8,500

DAY 6: SAPPORO'S CLOCK TOWER, FUSHIMI INARI SHRINE, & MT. MOIWA

• JPY 244 – Food: Bread and Coffee Milk
• JPY 200 – Tram: Tanukikuji station to Ropeway Iriguchi station
• JPY 200 – Tram: Ropeway Iriguchi station to Tanukikuji station
• JPY 210 – Food: Bread and Coffee Milk
• JPY 200 – Tram: Susukino station to Denshajigyoshomae station
• JPY 200 – Tram: Denshanjigyosjomae station to Susukino station
• Subtotal: JPY 1,254

DAY 7: REST, BACK TO TOKYO, & AKIHABARA

• JPY 1,030 – Bus: Sapporo downtown to CTS Airport
• JPY 278 – Food: Ramen cup noodles
• JPY 213 – Food: Chocolates ( pasalubong )
• JPY 160 – Drink: Bottled Tea
• JPY 1,240 – Train: Narita station to Ueno station (via Sky Access)
• JPY 110 – Drink: Cofee Milk
• JPY 210 – Train: Asakusa station to Akibahara station
• JPY 140 – Train: Akibahara station to Ueno station
• Subtotal: JPY 3,881

DAY 8 (LAST DAY): BACK TO MANILA

• JPY 258 – Food: Bread and Coffeemilk
• JPY 1,240 – Train: Ueno station to Narita station (via Sky Access)
• Subtotal: JPY 1,498

And there you have it!

Including the flight costs, here is the overall total of my expenses in Japan for one week:

TOTAL: $228.9 ( flights ) + $338.97 (JPY 37,204 , daily costs)

TOTAL: $567.87

RECOMMENDED TOUR PACKAGES

I hope that you find this 7-DAY JAPAN ITINERARY with GUIDE + BUDGET blog useful!

If you have more days to spend in Japan, you might consider these cool package tours:

• Small-Group Tokyo Biking Tour
• Tokyo Asakusa Rickshaw Tour
• Experience Old and Nostalgic Tokyo: Yanaka Walking Tour
• Best of Tokyo: Japanese Traditions, Shopping and Food Tour (Small Group)
• Mt Fuji, Arakurayama Sengen Park & Fruit Picking
• Tokyo Robot Entertainment Show Ticket
• Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament Viewing Tour
• Sapporo Forest Park Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo
• Sapporo Private Full-Day Tour with Local Licensed Guide
• Snowshoe hike tour from Sapporo
• Private Market Tour, Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local in Sapporo
• Sapporo Night Tour

(you may choose one or more tours that may suit your travel needs.)

BOOKING ESSENTIALS

• Booking.com . I usually book my hostel accommodation at booking.com. Thus, I recommend you guys trying it as well for your Japan Itinerary.  Room accommodation ranges from cheap hostels to luxury hotels. Book hostels through booking.com as they have free cancellation or pay-at-the-hotel option.
• Airbnb. Try Airbnb in finding comfy and cozy rooms for your Japan itinerary! I have used Airbnb on some of my other trips and I loved it!

Have you tried Airbnb? Sign up with my link and you will get up to 43 USD (2,200 Php) off your first stay. Click this link to get that discount.

• TRIP. All of my flight bookings are all from TRIP.com. Trip is one of the world’s leading travel search engines and searches hundreds of travel sites.

I suggest you check Trip (click HERE ) as they usually offer cheap fare rates compared to other booking sites.

• Viator. Viator is the world’s leading resource for researching, finding, and booking the best travel experiences worldwide. Perfect for your Japan itinerary!

Click here to find the best Viator deals in Japan.

CHECK OUT ALSO MY YOUTUBE VIDEO ABOUT JAPAN!

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Journey to Japan: What to Expect in Terms of Cost from the Philippines

Japan is a popular destination for travelers from the Philippines, with its unique culture, stunning landscapes, and world-class cities. If you’re planning a trip to Japan from the Philippines, you may be wondering how much it will cost and how to budget for your trip. Here are a few things to consider when estimating the cost of a trip to Japan from the Philippines:

• Book your flights: The cost of flights from the Philippines to Japan can vary depending on the time of year and the airline you choose. You can save money by booking your flights in advance or using budget airlines, and by being flexible with your travel dates. Be sure to compare prices from different airlines and consider factors like layovers and travel time when selecting your flights.
• Plan your accommodation: Accommodation costs in Japan can vary widely depending on the type of accommodation you choose and the location. Budget options like hostels and capsule hotels are widely available and can be quite inexpensive, while more luxurious options like hotels and ryokans will cost more. Consider your budget and preferences when deciding on your accommodation.
• Factor in meals and activities: The cost of meals and activities can also add up during a trip to Japan. Street food and vending machine meals are often inexpensive and a great way to try local cuisine, but more upscale restaurants and tourist activities will cost more. Be sure to budget for meals and activities that you’re interested in and be open to trying different options.
• Consider transportation costs: Transportation costs in Japan can also vary depending on the type of transportation you use and the distance you travel. Local trains and buses are usually the most affordable option, although taxis and rental cars can be more expensive. If you’re planning to visit multiple cities or regions in Japan, you may also need to factor in the cost of flights or bullet trains.
• Purchase travel insurance: It’s always a good idea to have travel insurance when traveling abroad, in case of any unexpected events or emergencies. Look for a policy that covers medical expenses, lost luggage, and trip cancellations.

Overall, the cost of a trip to Japan from the Philippines can vary depending on your flights, accommodation, meals, activities, and transportation. By doing your research and planning carefully, you can create a budget that works for you and have an amazing and affordable trip to this fascinating country.

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How I enjoyed a 9-day Japan trip for less than ₱40,000 ALL IN!

Last July, ABS-CBN News reported that the Japanese embassy issued 225,676 visas to visitors from the Philippines for 2015 . It was 38% higher than the number of visas issued the previous year. The increased number of Filipino tourists in Japan is a result of a more relaxed visa policy & the increased number of budget airline flights going to Japan on a daily or weekly basis. My friends (Majo & Junelle) & I were 3 of the 225,676 Filipinos who were given Japanese visas last year.

Many Filipinos think travelling to Japan is expensive. People say you need to at least have ₱100,000 to be able to enjoy 5-7 days in Japan. That is partly true; but only to people who are fond of staying in hotels, eating in fancy restaurants & taking guided tours. I say, there is always a cheaper way of doing things. In this post, I will show you how my friends and I enjoyed a 9-day Japan trip for less than ₱40,000 each. Please note that I won’t talk about the places we’ve been to because that is reserved for another post.

In case you missed it, I have been to Japan numerous times after this 2015 trip. I wrote some of the next budget trips, I hope you can check them out here: [ 2016 ] Going Solo in Japan: 13 days & 7 cities for less than ₱50,000 , [ 2017 ] Outside Popular Japan Cities: Fujikawaguchiko & Takayama On A Budget – 7 Days For Less Than ₱35,000 , [ 2018 ] Hokkaido Winter Series: The Ultimate Japan Winter Experience Without Breaking The Bank (7 Days For Less than ₱45,000 all-in) , & [ 2019 ] Last-Minute Japan Weekend: 48 Hours in FUKUOKA For Less Than ₱12,500 – Flights & Hostel Included .

It was mid-October when we flew to Japan for 9 days. We spent the first 5 days in Tokyo , then headed south to Kyoto for 1.5 days & finally to Osaka for the remaining 2.5 days. It was the start of autumn so the trees & leaves were really beautiful. The temperature were just about right, not as hot as Manila & not as cold as Seoul.

I will divide the discussion into 5 parts – plane ticket, accommodation, things booked / bought before flying, daily expenses & chocolates / treats ( pasalubong in Filipino).

Plane Ticket

Junelle & I were able to book a round trip ticket to Japan (with 20 kgs baggage per way) for less than ₱5,000 (₱4,912.56 to be exact) about 6 months before our trip. We took advantage of Cebu Pacific Air ‘s Easter fare sale. Majo was able to book her ticket during a random fare sale 3 months before the trip for around ₱5,500.

A normal round trip ticket to Japan would cost you ₱15,000 – ₱20,000. Getting a ticket for less than ₱5,000 is definitely a great deal!

By the way, we also paid ₱1,620 for the Philippine travel tax before leaving Manila. This is mandatory to all Philippine passport holders who are leaving the country for vacation.

Accommodation

Japan has probably one of the most expensive hotel rates in Asia. A room for 2 in a nice hotel can cost you around ₱8,000-₱12,000. Very expensive. Even hostels have higher rates compared to the usual $10-$15 rate in Southeast Asia. For this trip, we only needed a place to take a shower, rest & sleep so we decided to stay in hostels. We also opted to stay there to save money.

In Tokyo, we stayed for 4 nights in Oak Hostel Zen . It’s a very cozy hostel located in Taito area, a few minutes walk from JR Yamanote Line’s Uguisudani Station. The girls stayed in a twin room with common bathroom while I stayed in an 8-bed dorm room also with common bathroom. I payed ¥13,100 (around ₱5,109) for all 4 nights, roughly ₱1,280 per night. Each dorm bed had its own reading light, universal plug & curtain + super fast WiFi. I had my own privacy even if I stayed in a room for 8 people. [Update – Oak Hostel Zen has ceased operations due to the Covid-19 pandemic.]

For the 5th night, we decided to take the night bus from Tokyo to Kyoto. The bus trip takes 7-8 hours so that saved us one night hostel accommodation. We booked our tickets via the Willer Express website. We took the Relax bus where each passenger has a plug beside him/her plus luggage check-in is allowed. The bus ticket costs ¥5,900 each (around ₱2,301).

We spent our 6th night in Kyoto. We also stayed in a hostel named Backpackers Hostel K’s House . It is about 15 minutes walk from JR Kyoto Station. We got ourselves a triple room with common bathroom. The room cost ¥9,600 for 3 people; that’s ¥3,200 per person (roughly ₱1,248).

The last 2 nights were spent in a room in Taichi’s flat. We were supposed to stay in Osaka Hana Hostel but since Majo joined us last minute, we had to look for another one. Accommodations in Osaka fill up pretty fast, we were lucky we found Taichi’s place. The last 2 nights cost us €122; that’s €40.67 each (around ₱2,130 each that time).

Our Tokyo & Kyoto accommodations were booked via Hostelworld while our Osaka accommodation was arranged with Airbnb . These platforms help travellers a lot in looking for accommodation in almost all places. They also feature reviews done by previous guests which contain ratings & comments about their respective stays.

Things booked / bought before leaving for Japan

There were 2 things we purchased before leaving for Japan – pocket WiFi & DisneySea tickets. Since we were staying for 9 days & we were afraid of getting lost (which we did by the way!), we rented a 3G pocket WiFi from E-Connect Japan . We got it for ¥6,986 or ₱2,825.97 (₱942 each) for the whole duration of the trip. We had it delivered to our hostel a day before our arrival. We also purchased our Disney Sea tickets ahead of time to save us from lining up in the park ticket counters. Each ticket costs ¥6,900 (₱2,776.89 rate reflected in my credit card statement).

Daily expenses in Japan

I can’t remember exactly how much we paid for each meal or for each subway ride; but what we did was to allocate a daily budget for food, transportation & temple entrance fees. An average good meal in Japan costs around ¥400 – ¥500 while a subway ride could cost you around ¥150-¥200 depending on the distance. We didn’t want to deprive ourselves during the trip so we had a daily budget of ¥3,000 yen. That daily budget turned out to be too much for a day. You can survive with ¥2,000 a day.

**We weren’t able to buy Universal Studios Japan (USJ) tickets while we were still in the Philippines so we bought it on the day itself. An entrance ticket costs ¥7,400 per person (₱2,886 pesos).

Chocolates / Treats

A trip to Japan will never be complete without buying chocolates, treats or anything matcha-related. I remember I bought different kinds of chocolates & biscuits plus some random goodies in Harajuku & Daiso. I don’t exactly remember how much each item costs but I believe I spent around ¥12,000 (roughly ₱4,680).

Summary of Expenses

Let’s now sum up everything mentioned above:

There you go! We only spent ₱39,139.45 all in for a 9-day trip to Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka! Yes, that already included airfare, accommodation, food, transportation, park tickets & even pasalubong (treats & chocolates).

Travelling to Japan isn’t that expensive as many people think. There will always be ways to make it really affordable. I’m telling you, next time you see a cheap round trip ticket to any city in Japan, go ahead & book it. It’s a trip you’ll never regret!

PS. Thanks to Junelle for allowing me to use our photo in Roppongi.

4 thoughts on “How I enjoyed a 9-day Japan trip for less than ₱40,000 ALL IN!”

Thank you for this article! Perfect timing since 3 din kami and October rin namin plano mag Japan. More power!

Hi Dan, you’re most welcome. I also blogged about Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka. Feel free to click the links below: Tokyo –> http://www.thewkndtravel.com/2016/12/10/the-japan-series-1-of-3-tokyo/ Kyoto –> http://www.thewkndtravel.com/2017/01/18/the-japan-series-2-of-3-kyoto/ Osaka –> http://www.thewkndtravel.com/2017/01/26/the-japan-series-3-of-3-osaka/

Happy planning & enjoy your trip to Japan in October! 😃

Wow! Thank you po for this article, we’re also planning to go to Japan next year. Any tips po how you found those hostels? Did you locate them before going to Japan or on the spot kayo naghanap? Thank you po.

Hi Cris Anne, you’re welcome and thank you for visiting my site. I pre-booked all these hostels before I flew to Japan. It is hard to look for one habang andun na. Hope this helps!

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The Cost of Travel in Japan: My 2024 Budget Breakdown

It took me six years to get to Japan.

I didn’t think I could afford it.

Every time I seriously looked into visiting, I would wince at the high cost of the train passes, read about how the hotels were super-expensive, and then fly to Vietnam instead. Or Taiwan. Or even Australia. Japan was simply too expensive for a budget traveller, so I decided to save it for when I was rich.

With that not happening any time soon, I decided to blow my money anyway, because I wanted to go and the gushing blog posts from travel writer friends had convinced me it would be worth the splurge.

Imagine my surprise, then, when I discovered that it really wasn’t that expensive.

I arrived in Japan fully expecting it to be the priciest country I’ve ever been to, but I discovered it’s more on a par with Western Europe or North America, and cheaper than Australia. It was way more affordable than Namibia , where my daily expenses came to $132, and way, way, way more affordable than the Democratic Republic of the Congo , where I averaged, um, $550 a day.

Anyway!  This is about the cost of travel in Japan rather than my poor financial decisions, so let’s get started!

My 16-Day Japan Itinerary

Here’s a brief rundown of where I visited over my 16 days in the country — I think I managed to put together the perfect itinerary for first-time travellers to Japan .

Tokyo:  4 nights Hakone: 1 night Yudanaka: 1 night Kanazawa: 2 nights Takayama: 1 night Kyoto: 3 nights Hiroshima: 1 night Osaka: 3 nights

What’s Included in this Post

This budget breakdown covers how much I spent on accommodation, transportation, activities, food, and whichever miscellaneous items popped up while I was in country.

I’ve not included my flights into and out of Japan because this is going to vary significantly based on where you’ll be arriving from. In case you’re interested, though, I paid $320  for a return flight from Rome to Tokyo, which I scored through browsing my favourite site for flight bargains,  Secret Flying . 

The amounts in this guide are listed in Japanese Yen and U.S. dollars, simply because the vast majority of my readers are from the U.S. And finally, these are the three rules I always abide by on this site:

• I do not accept sponsored trips, so everything listed in this post is something I personally paid for with my own money
• I travel anonymously to ensure my experiences accurately reflect what yours will be. I don’t want special treatment!
• Every single word of this article was written by me, based on all of my own experiences. I strictly do not use AI to compose my guides.

Okay — let’s get started with my expenses.

The Cheapest Accommodation Options in Japan

Like practically every country in the world, prices in Japan have increased post-pandemic.

In 2024, you’ll be paying a little more for everything than you would have done a few years ago — in fact, prices almost doubled between my first trip in 2017 and today! — however costs are still on a par with most Western countries. Travel in Japan shouldn’t be too devastating to your travel budget.

I’ll start on the lower end of the spectrum. If you’re willing to put in the time and effort, it’s possible to avoid paying for accommodation entirely.

Couchsurfing  exists in Japan and allows you to stay with a local for free , usually sleeping on their sofa and enjoying a local’s insight into life in their country. Yeah, it’s not the most comfortable of living situations, but if your budget’s tight, it’s worth sending out a few requests to hosts to see if anything comes of it. You can browse through the 300,000+ Japanese hosts on  the Couchsurfing site — just be sure to read the references of anybody you choose to stay with.

Housesitting  is a more upmarket option, aimed at mid-range and luxury travellers. Housesitting involves taking care of somebody’s house for free while they’re away, often (but not always) looking after their pets, too. It’s best for long-term travellers or retirees, as you can’t pick and choose dates and destinations, so you’ll need to have a lot of flexibility as to where you go and at what time of year. If you  do  have that freedom, though, it’s a wonderful way to cut down your travel expenses, soak up some home comforts, and live like a local for a while.  Trusted Housesitters  is the main site for getting started with housesitting, as they have the highest number of listings.

Finally, when it comes to free accommodation, you could take a look at  WorldPackers in Japan , where you’ll be able to volunteer for locals in exchange for food and board. There are some seriously cool options available on the site right now, from helping harvest honey for a bee farm in the countryside to lending a hand in the garden of a Buddhist temple. Readers of this site get a $10 discount for WorldPackers with the promo code  neverendingfootsteps .

If you’re not looking to travel for free and just want a clean and comfortable room to sleep in, there are plenty of great budget options, too.

And then we have  hostels . In Japan, you’ll come across hostels all over the country, finding them on tiny islands, large cities, and even within the national parks. They’re one of your best options for saving money.

Hostels in Japan  are on a par with the rest of major cities in East Asia, and you can expect to spend  $25 a night for a dorm bed  for a well-reviewed hostel, with the price increasing slightly to around  $45 a night  for the absolute best of the best.

When it comes to private rooms in hostels, you’ll be looking at  $50 a night  for a clean, basic room in a good location, so if you’re travelling with friends or with your partner, you may find it cheaper to grab some privacy over settling for two beds in a dorm room.  $90 a night  will get you an exceptionally well-reviewed private room in a hostel.

I use  HostelWorld  to find the cheapest hostels, as they tend to have the greatest number of listings at the lowest prices.

And then there are hotels, which I’m going to jump into next.

The Cost of Accommodation in Japan

There are so many different types of accommodation in Japan! I attempted to experience as many as possible while I was in the country.

I stayed in a capsule hotel, prioritised hunting down a ryokan, slept on a tatami mat floor, stayed in family-run guesthouses, and checked out some pretty cool hostels. While I did attempt to save money by staying in some cheaper places, I was also happy to splurge on extremely well-rated rooms, too.

As always with these budget breakdowns, I like to share the prices of where I personally stayed, along with a description of the property and whether I’d recommend choosing it, too — hopefully this helps make your trip planning easier!

I visited Japan with my partner, Dave, and we travelled on a mid-range budget; searching out good value accommodation that was highly-rated and in a central location. We prioritised locally-run properties that weren’t too flashy or fancy; for us, a cosy vibe, unique furnishings, and welcoming staff are far more important than the generic decor of a hotel chain.

(Oh and just a quick note: hotels do charge different prices across a range of dates, depending on how busy a certain travel period is going to be. Because of this, it’s hard to be super accurate in the costs that I list. To get to the quoted prices below, though, I looked at the rates across the next six months and took the average: it could be slightly cheaper or more expensive, depending on when you’re visiting.)

Tokyo: $135 a night Odds are, you’re probably going to kick off your Japan adventures in Tokyo, and if so, it only makes sense to really throw yourself into the local experience. That’s why we decided to stay at this lovely onsen-ryokan in Shinjuku. (Whenever readers ask me which neighbourhood to choose in Tokyo, I always recommend Shinjuku or Shibuya.) The reason why I loved this specific property, though, is because it’s a ryokan (traditional Japanese Inn) that also has an onsen (hot pool). It’s a great way to jump immediately into all things Japanese.

And it was wonderful; my favourite hotel in the country. The rooms were small and cosy and felt super-traditional and calming. The views over Tokyo at night from the window were incredible. And the rooftop onsen? With free popsicles afterwards? So good. It’s located in a quieter neighbourhood, but still only a 10-minute walk to the subway. I really recommend this one!

Hakone: $80 a night In Hakone, we opted for a private room in a lovely guesthouse , with a tatami mat floor to sleep on and a private onsen on-site. The photo of the tatami mat room above is of our room here. It ended up being another one of our favourite stays in Japan! The staff were lovely and there was a restaurant/bar that served up fantastic pizzas. It had a cosy and chilled-out atmosphere, with great food and wine, and lots of blankets to snuggle up with as we ate. It was also worth staying here just to experience the private onsen — we got to go in as a couple!

Yudanaka: $105 per night In Yudanaka, we opted for a stay in a wonderful little ryokan ; this one was even more traditional than the one in Tokyo! Often, ryokans can be super-expensive in Japan — as much as $500 a night for the experience — so I was thrilled to have stumbled across a more budget option in Yudanaka. It was run by an adorable Japanese couple and their house came with a private onsen, return transport to see  the snow monkeys , and one of the most extravagant meals of my life. A kaiseki is a multi-course (like, 20 courses) meal that will see you eating roughly a week’s worth of food in a single night, sampling fresh, local-to-the-region Japanese cuisine. It was phenomenal, and I loved having no idea what anything was. It even included homemade plum wine, which was so good! I highly recommend the experience (although strongly advise you not to add breakfast to your booking — we were still so full that we couldn’t eat any of it!)

Kanazawa: $65 per night Kanazawa is home to some seriously cool accommodation! We had a hard time choosing where to stay because every property looked so cosy and inviting. In the end, we settled on this minimalist, modern set-up — it was great value for money relative to most other places we stayed in Japan, especially when you consider it’s only been open a year. It’s in a great location, right outside Omicho Market, where you’ll sample the best sushi of your life. Also within walking distance is Kanazawa Castle and Kenroku-en Garden, so you’re really staying in the heart of it all. I recommend signing up for the traditional Japanese breakfast, as you’ll likely not have had anything else like it before! There’s also an onsen and laundry facilities (always appreciated mid-trip!), and the staff were so sweet and kind.

Takayama: $76 per night In Takayama, we stayed in a small, locally-run guesthouse  in the centre of town. It felt like particularly good value for Japan, as it was one of the few places we stayed that you could describe as spacious! It even had a kitchen and washing machine. The beds were comfortable and the hotel was within walking distance of everywhere, including the train station. It was quiet, the staff were lovely, and overall, it made for a comfortable stay!

Kyoto: $84 a night In Kyoto, we stayed in a cosy hotel in the heart of town — we loved this place so much in 2017 that when we returned to Japan this year, we knew we’d have to stay there again! The property was in a fantastic location for exploring Kyoto and the bathrooms were nicer than anywhere else we stayed. It’s one of the top-rated guesthouses in the city — while also being one of the cheapest — so when you take that into consideration, I’m convinced you won’t find anywhere better to stay in Kyoto.

Hiroshima: $40 per bed In Hiroshima, we opted for a capsule-style hostel because I didn’t want to leave the country without trying one — you can see a photo of the “capsule” at the top of this section. Fortunately, we found ourselves in a room with only two other people staying there, so our capsule room with 20-odd beds was light on snorers. The owner of this place was ridiculously lovely and it was within walking distance of all of the monuments and activities. Really great bathrooms, a fun common area, and a cheap price: surprisingly, I would have stayed another night!

Osaka: $108 a night I rounded off my time in Japan with a little bit of a treat, opting for this four-star hotel that offered a ton of freebies. It’s all about the onsen here — it’s open all day and is simply beautiful. After you’ve finished your daily bathe, there’s free ice cream to eat, free comics to read, massage chairs to relax in, and even free ramen to slurp on. Yes, really! It was in a great location for Osaka — just a couple of blocks from the nearest metro station. The decor was calming and traditional; the perfect way to say goodbye to Japan.

In total, I spent an average of $97 per day on accommodation over my 16 days in Japan.

The Cost of Transportation in Japan

Okay, so let’s talk about transportation now. And specifically transportation post-2024.

It used to be the case that practically every visitor to Japan would invest in a JR pass (a train pass that grants you unlimited rides over a certain time period). After all, the best way to explore this country is by train, and by buying said rail pass, you’d be saving a significant amount of money on your trip — especially if you were taking a similar route to my one. A JR Pass pre-October 2023 would have saved me a whopping $175 over buying individual train tickets.

Seems like a no brainer, right?

In October 2023, the Japan Rail Pass skyrocketed in price. No exaggeration here: prices increased by an incredible 70% .

What a baffling decision.

What that means is that it’s not such a clear-cut decision anymore. The Japan Rail Pass still holds some benefits: If you’re a first-time visitor to Japan and don’t feel too confident about buying multiple single-journey train tickets, the pass will make it a lot easier: you just show it at any station and get on a train. You won’t need to worry about any extra charges and will have the flexibility to take train-based day trips whenever you want.

For most travellers, however, the value proposition is simply no longer there. For example, my recent 16-day itinerary (Tokyo – Hakone – Tokyo – Nagano – Kanazawa – Takayama – Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto – Hiroshima – Osaka) cost me 50,000 Yen ( $350 ) with single tickets. However, a 14 day rail pass is priced at 80,000 Yen ( $530 )!

Alas, the Japan Rail Pass is no longer something I recommend — unless you’re going to be taking enormous, lengthy rail journeys (like across the whole country) in a short period of time. Alternatively, if you do want that added sense of security and ease by not having to juggle a dozen train ticket bookings, you may find the extra price worth it.

So with all that being said: you’re most likely going to be using the JR West website to book your single train tickets online. This covers the entirety of Japan that’s west of Tokyo (all of the places I visited were west) and allows you to book your train tickets all in one place — and then you can reserve a seat on said train one month before its departure date. Honestly, it’s pretty easy to use, book, and reserve — and being able to do it all online means you can get everything sorted before you step foot in the country.

Let’s take a look at the some of the prices that a typical train journey in Japan costs — in this case I’ll use my itinerary mentioned above to plot out the costs:

Tokyo – Hakone: 2,500 Yen ( $17 ) Hakone – Tokyo: 2,500 Yen ( $17 ) Tokyo – Nagano: 7,500 Yen ( $50 ) Nagano – Kanazawa: 8,500 Yen ( $57 ) Kanazawa – Takayama: 5,000 Yen ( $33 ) Takayama – Kyoto: 9,000 Yen ( $60 ) Kyoto – Nara: 700 Yen ( $5 ) Nara – Kyoto: 700 Yen ( $5 ) Kyoto – Hiroshima: 10,500 Yen ( $70 ) Hiroshima – Osaka: 10,000 Yen ( $67 )

So if you were to replicate my Japan route exactly, you would end up spending $381 on rail tickets. It sounds like a lot of money but I do want to stress that the trains in Japan are some of the best in the world. They’re spotless, comfortable, modern, and lightning-fast. You will feel like you’re travelling in luxury.

If you’re not down to spend hundreds of dollars on trains, then the buses are going to be your best option. They’re cheaper, slower, less comfortable, often run overnight, and are complicated to book. The best sites I’ve found for booking long-distance buses is Willer Express and Japan Bus Online — but even they don’t run buses for several of the routes I took on my trip.

I thought it would be a good idea to share the cost of buses for the trip I took, so that you can compare them to the train and see how much money you could save.

Tokyo – Hakone: 2,250 Yen ( $15 ) Hakone – Tokyo: 1,800 Yen ( $12 ) Tokyo – Nagano: 2,200 Yen ( $15 ) Nagano – Kanazawa: No bus for this route Kanazawa – Takayama: 3,300 Yen ( $22 ) Takayama – Kyoto: 3,800 Yen ( $25 ) Kyoto – Nara: No bus for this route Nara – Kyoto: No bus for this route Kyoto – Hiroshima: 4,300 Yen ( $29 ) Hiroshima – Osaka: 4,000 Yen ( $27 )

As you can, see prices are generally around half what they are for the trains. You’d be looking at paying $212 in total for taking the bus, with three trains replacing the routes where I couldn’t find any existing buses.

We’ve covered the main ways to get in between the destinations, so now it’s time to take a look at how much you could spend on transportation within the cities.

Fortunately, this was where I found Japan to be really affordable. I love to explore cities on foot and I found many of the places I visited to be surprisingly walkable. In total, I spent $6 on the metro in Tokyo, $7 on the metro in Osaka, and $2 on the metro in Kyoto! Everywhere else, I just walked.

A reasonably big expense was our Hakone Free Pass (spoiler: not free), although this was more of a combined transportation and activity cost. At a cost of 6,100 Yen, or $41 , It provides you with unlimited transport around Hakone (where you’ll find Mount Fuji), and discounted entrance to all the attractions in town. If you’re going to Hakone, this will save you money because it covers everything you’ll definitely do there.

The Cost of Food in Japan

If you love Japanese food but have yet to travel to its homeland, you have such a treat in store for you. The food in this country is phenomenal; packed full of flavour and surprisingly inexpensive. It’s true: eating out is the easiest way for you to cut costs in Japan.

In fact, the vast majority of my meals in this country came to less than ¥1000 ($6.50) .

I’ll start first by breaking down the typical costs that you can expect to spend on the most well-known of Japanese dishes. Then, I’ll cover what you’ll be likely to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with the costs associated with each of these meals. Finally, I’ll round out the section off by sharing some of my favourite food experiences in the country and describe which options are worth a splurge and which ones you can happily skip.

You can’t think of Japan without picturing sushi, so that feels like the most logical place to start. If you eat fish, this is going to be such a revelation for you! The sushi and sashimi in Japan is better than any I’ve had in the world and it was here that I finally understood how raw fish could ever be described as buttery.

To combine your sushi/sashimi-eating with a cultural experience, head to Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo or Omicho Market in Kanazawa. For a bowl filled with a selection of sashimi, like in my photo above, you’ll pay between ¥1,800 and ¥4,000 , depending on the size and quality of the fish. That’s the equivalent of $12-$25 .

Slurping on a steaming bowl of ramen is my personal definition of a true travel joy, so I opted for this cheap and cheerful dish most evenings as a way to save money. Note: the ramen in Japan is incredible , so don’t interpret my frugality as a hardship. Once you’ve tried the ramen here, I’d be surprised if you didn’t immediately start planning a return visit.

One of my favourite aspects of ordering ramen in Japan is how you’re given the option to customise the dish to your own tastes. It’s not uncommon to be handed a small slip of paper where you’ll get to mark down all of your preferences. Do you want your broth to be rich or light? Your noodles to be firm or soft? Added spiciness or none at all? Extra spring onion? A hard- or soft-boiled egg? Most options come out to ¥1000 ($6.50) for a bowl of pork ramen.

Speaking of cheap and delicious food options, I highly recommend sampling a couple of versions of okonomiyaki while you’re in town. This savoury pancake dish is so delicious, extremely filling, and inexpensive at just ¥1000 ($6.50) – ¥1500 ($10) . The cities of Osaka and Hiroshima each offer up their very own version of okonomiyaki and strong opinions are held by many over which is best! If you’ll be heading to both destinations, make sure you try one of each and let me know which is your favourite.

A dish that I tried for the first time while I was in Japan was Japanese curry and what a wonderful experience that turned out to be! In comparison to Indian curries, I found the Japanese version to be richer, sweeter, and less creamy, with plenty of umami vibes. Once more, you can expect to pay ¥1000 ($6.50) for a plate of katsu (pork cutlet) curry.

One of the most delightful aspects of my Japanese eating experiences was sampling all of the different snacks in the country.

Street snacks like takoyaki were  ¥500 ($4.50) . We splurged on our kaiseki experience at our guesthouse in Yudanaka and paid ¥4000 ($36) for our food extravaganza. It’s a budget option compared to many other kaisekis, which can easily come to $100 for the experience, but still our most expensive meal. Another splurge was on sushi in Kanazawa, which I paid  ¥2000 ($18) for.

Whether you’re on a budget or ready to splurge, it’s essentially impossible to eat badly in Japan. If you’re on a really tight budget, you can even get surprisingly decent food from 7-Eleven !

My total cost of food in Japan averaged out to $23.20 per day.

The Cost of Activities and Entrance Fees in Japan

Activities and entrance fees in Japan were very reasonably priced, and I never found myself outraged over the cost of anything. You’ll typically pay less than $5 to enter most temples, museums, and gardens.

Here’s how I spread my cash around:

Entrance fee for the hedgehog cafe in Tokyo: $13/1400¥ Entrance to the Snow Monkey Park : $7/800¥ Entrance to Kenroku-en gardens in Kanazawa: $3/310¥ Entry to the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto: $3/300¥ Entry to Ryoan-ji zen garden in Kyoto: $5/500¥ Ticket for the Hiroshima Peace Memorial: $2/200¥

My total cost of activities in Japan averaged out to $2 a day.

Miscellaneous Expenses in Japan

A local SIM card: $14

I mentioned above that I was able to buy a local SIM card when I purchased my rail pass. If you aren’t going to be using a rail pass in Japan, I recommend taking a look at Airalo instead. Airalo is a company that sells local e-SIM cards for travellers. What that means is that you can buy a virtual SIM card online before you arrive in Japan, and then as soon as you land in the country, can switch on your data and start using it.

It’s worked flawlessly for me and I’ll never go back to physical SIM cards. It’s just so easy! You’ll pay  $6 for 1 GB of data  or $14 for 3 GB for Japan and can also top-up through the Airalo app.

If you’re going down the Airalo route, just make sure your phone is e-SIM compatible first (all recent iPhones and many Androids are).

Insight Guides guidebook to Japan: $10 

My sister bought me  this guidebook as a gift before I left for Japan and at first I was like, Insight Guides? Meh. I wish she’d got me the Lonely Planet instead. Then when I opened it up and started reading, I swiftly discovered that Insight Guides are my new favourite guidebook company. It was so, so useful!

What I love about Insight is that their books focus heavily on the history and culture of Japan, with big, beautiful pictures, tons of information about local customs, food, and how to travel responsibly and respectfully. I recommend picking up a copy before your trip to Japan, but not taking it to the country with you — they’re big and heavy, so this is one for inspiration, planning, and education. 

Luggage storage at Snow Monkey Park near Yudanaka: ¥500 ($4.50)

We had our backpacks with us when we visited the snow monkeys, so utilised the on-site storage facility while we hiked up the mountain in the snow. You can also hire snow shoes and winter gear if you’re unprepared for the climb, but I was fine in my totally impractical sneakers. 

Travel insurance for 16 days in Japan: $60

If you’ve read any other posts on Never Ending Footsteps, you’ll know that I’m a great believer in travelling with travel insurance. I’ve seen far too many Go Fund Me campaigns from destitute backpackers that are unexpectedly stranded in a foreign country after a scooter accident/being attacked/breaking a leg with no way of getting home or paying for their healthcare. These costs can quickly land you with a six-figure bill to pay at the end of it.

In short, if you can’t afford travel insurance, you can’t afford to travel.

Travel insurance  will cover you if your flight is cancelled and you need to book a new one, if your luggage gets lost and you need to replace your belongings, if you suddenly get struck down by appendicitis and have to be hospitalised, or discover a family member has died and you need to get home immediately. If you fall seriously ill, your insurance will cover the costs to fly you home to receive medical treatment.

I use  SafetyWing  as my travel insurance provider, and recommend them for trips to the Japan. Firstly, they’re one of the few companies out there who will actually cover you if you contract COVID-19. On top of that, they provide worldwide coverage, don’t require you to have a return ticket, and even allow you to buy coverage after you’ve left home. If you’re on a long-term trip, you can pay monthly instead of up-front, and can cancel at any time. Finally, they’re more affordable than the competition, and have a clear, easy-to-understand pricing structure, which is always appreciated.

With SafetyWing, you’ll pay  $1.50 a day  for travel insurance.

How I Track My Expenses While I Travel

Every time I share my expenses, you guys always want to know how on earth I manage to keep track of so many details from my travels!

Because Never Ending Footsteps is my company, the vast majority of my travel expenses are business expenses. I therefore studiously record everything I spend everywhere I go. I take photos of every receipt I receive and use Xero accounting software to record these expenses. In cases where I can’t get a receipt, I’ll take a photo of the price list and my ticket or food, or something as evidence.

Once a week, I then sit down and spend an hour or so uploading my receipts to Xero and making note of every penny I spent in each country I visit. It makes writing these posts super easy!

How Much Does it Cost to Travel in Japan?

It’s time to tally up all of my expenses to see my total travel costs!

Accommodation:  $97 per day Transportation:  $27 per day Food:  $23 per day Activities/Entrance Fees:  $2 per day Miscellaneous:  $2 per day

Average amount spent in Japan: $151 a day!

I don’t know about you, but given Japan’s pricey reputation, I’m fairly impressed with the amount I spent in the country, especially as I included quite a few splurges in there.

How about you? How expensive were you expecting a trip to Japan to be?

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106 comments.

Wow! that’s amazing. I especially got fascinated seeing the capsule hotel…must have been a unique experience.

It was surprisingly cosy! I would totally stay in one again.

Thank you so much for your information. We will go to Japan in October 2023 for 1 month. Have paid fully for 16 days. Using your guides to budget the remaining 2 weeks. Thanks again.

This is great! Do you think it would be much more expensive in summer or any of the peak holiday seasons? I’m going over July this year and wondering if the prices change much with the seasons.

Wow! That’s quite an eye-opener! I’ve wanted to visit Japan for years, and this has certainly nudged me a little closer, as I assumed it was expensive too. The costs seem much better than I found in Amsterdam this spring! (my boyfriend still gets a thousand-yard stare when I mention how much we paid for drinks in one bar.)

Yay! Yeah, it really did feel about the same price as Western Europe, if not cheaper. The transportation is more expensive, but the food was cheaper in Japan.

This is super awesome! I, too, was under the impression that Japan was a super expensive place to visit! Good to know that you can save so much on accommodation and activities! Are you going to be posting about food in Japan? My knowledge of what to eat there is very minimal…

Yes! I published a guide to my favourite things to eat in the country last week: https://www.neverendingfootsteps.com/best-food-japan/

Ditto for here in New Zealand Lauren. All said it would be expensive. But we house sat – rent-free – and saw that food and travel are on par or cheaper than New Jersey. We also saw that virtually all things are cheaper than folks said. Methinks many labeling Japan and NZ as expensive as can be are used to paying $1 for lunch in Chiang Mai LOL. Budget folks see all Western lands as expensive. Granted I am from NJ; living by NYC makes for a high cost of living. But not bad at all, living in these lands.

Yeah, definitely true. I know that when I wrote off Japan as being too expensive, it was in the early days of my travels, when I could only afford to live in Southeast Asia!

Loving the posts about Japan so far. Do you have many more articles planned? I’ve a trip booked in November and this has been the most useful of the blogs so far for help in planning – thank you. Although I’ve had to cut the hedgehog cafe off my plans after reading your article as I hadn’t quite considered the ethics enough!

Yes! So many. I’ll probably post another half a dozen or more over the next few weeks :-)

I always assumed Japan to be very expensive. Thanks to your blog I don’t anymore. Cheers!

This is all very useful info! I’m impressed with your budgeting skills. Awesome, Thanks for sharing this!

Ha! Thank you :-) It comes naturally (finally) after seven years of doing this.

Great article. I’m planning a visit for early 2025 to go with my grandson … was the budget breakdown for one person or a couple … because you mentioned going with your partner?

The accommodation prices are the total cost of the room (rather than just my share), while the transportation, food, and activities are all my share of the costs.

Fantastic article. Love your budget posts because you never leave anything out.

I try not to! Thanks so much :-)

Beautiful photos, Japan look amazing and thank you for sharing your budget tips as well. :)

No problem! :-)

Thank you so much for this! I’m going to Japan in September and I’ve been worrying about my budget. This has definitely put my mind at rest!

Yay! Happy to hear that :-)

I’m so happy that you have posted so much lately, you’re my favourite travel blog and I check this page a lot more often now that the pace of the posts has increased :)

Thank you! :-) I’m aiming to stick to a three-times-a-week posting schedule now that I have a base and more time to dedicate to writing.

This is so much cheaper than I expected. Do you have any idea about prices for solo travellers though? Would I have to pay for a double room most of the time (apart from dorm beds of course)?

No, lots of hotels and guesthouses have single rooms, so you wouldn’t need to pay out for two people very often, if at all.

Thanks, that’s good to know!

Very useful breakdown that would be very helpful for first-timers to Japan.

Just to share, one of my own major expenditure in JP is … vending machine contribution! I simply can’t resist them and can end up buying seven times a day. “P

Yes! I couldn’t believe how many vending machines there were in the country, as well as the variety of things you could buy from them.

Hello! This is a very timely article for me to read as I’m actually going to visit Japan for a week on September. I really love Japan’s culture and their people. There are a lot of places that I want to visit and a lot of things I want to do but I am on a strict budget. Hopefully, your article would be able to help me fix my budgeting for my trip to Japan.

I hope so! I really didn’t find it horrendously expensive, so I think you’ll be surprised by how much you can do there for free.

I love your budget posts because they give me such a good idea of how much I can expect to spend in places around the world. Are you thinking of doing them for everywhere you visit?

That’s my plan! I’m slowly working my way through my records and adding more and more to the site.

Hey, thanks so much! :-)

I’ve planed to visit Japan next year, Thank you for sharing your budget, I’ll try to not exceed 100$/day, following your information on this post.

Have a fantastic trip, Ingrid! :-)

Which month you visited Japan? I am thinking for Cherry blossom (April 2019) and everything is coming up too expensive. Are those above for cherry blossom season you visited?

Ah yeah, unfortunately, the cherry blossom season is the most expensive time of year to visit Japan. I was there in December, so prices will be higher than the ones mentioned in this post. I’ll add that detail to my post now!

I was under the impression that Japan was a super expensive place to visit! Good to know that you can save so much on accommodation and activities! This article includes all the places you can visit in Japan and their expenses. It is very educative and it can be improved by providing expenses in INR. Thank you for posting this useful information.

Thank you! I usually just price these articles in the local currency and USD, which is where the vast majority of my readers are located. If I started including currencies for everyone, the post would quickly get ridiculous :-)

Seems a dumb question, but I’m assuming all the values are in USD, is it correct?

Yep! I write at the start of the post: “The amounts in this guide are listed in Japanese Yen and U.S. dollars, simply because the vast majority of my readers are from the U.S.”

That is a very good breakdown cost analysis there. i am planning to go to japan as well with my wife. and planning to stay for 10 days only. 4 in tokyo 3 in kyoto and 3 in osaka. i like to idea of 100 aud / day it’s a good target to keep but i guess the expense on buying cloths and souvenir would be uncontrollable though i heard things in japanese is not that dear if you know where to shop and avoid tourist trap. i didn’t see you mention buying internet data in advance ? or i missed it somewhere. i guess the expense for a couple will be double up. but i guess 3000 aud for 2 people is unavoidable.

amazing detailed guide

You’re welcome!

I’m so glad I found your website! I love the detail and photos. I just booked a trip to Japan with my boyfriend for this upcoming October, and your site will be very helpful. Question: do most hostels and accommodations that you experienced have you sleeping solo? I’m wondering if I should expect to sleep in a separate area than my partner for most of the trip…

Hi Lauren, Thanks for such a detailed description of your time in Japan! I’m going to Japan October this year with my wife and my major concern is how you managed to book sleeping pods for you and your boyfriend as almost all accommodations are either “male only” or “female only” from the options I’ve seen so far. Did you have to get separate beds for those nights?

Yeah, the capsule hotel-style accommodation is all single beds. You can see in my photo in this post that there’s not much room for anybody else!

My wife and I are heading to Japan in mid May and I plan to use your itinerary.

Would it be possible for you to write something about the travel logistics if you can remember them – ie to get from Tokyo to Mt Fuji we booked the following train, leaving at…from the following platform which took X hours and arrived at Mt Fuji at. We then bought our day pass from….and ……..

This would be really helpful to me and other independent travellers – from where did you buy your JR pass and how did you book your individual train rides?

Cheers Paul

Oh, man. That would take me hours and hours to put together and I’m sure times and platforms change so it would be impossible for me to keep the information up-to-date and accurate.

I recommend downloading the mobile app Hyperdia — you can plan your train travel out using that. Just enter in your destinations and it will tell you which train to take and from which platform. Super easy to use! :-)

The site I used to buy the JR Pass is this one . I booked the other train tickets in person at the stations when I arrived — there weren’t many that weren’t covered by the rail pass. Just the small regional ones to get to and from Yudanaka, I think.

Hello Lauren, I love the details in your blog. Your expenses were for 1 or 2 people?

I cover that at the start of the blog post: “And finally, these are the expenses I paid while travelling with my boyfriend. That means that accommodation prices (with the exception of the dorm bed in Hiroshima) have been halved to indicate my share.”

Great super helpful article. THANK YOU!

Hi Lauren, Thanks so much for this article, it is so helpful!!! on which dates did you fly to japan? what dates are you recommending on?

I spent the first two weeks of December in Japan. I’d recommend looking at May or September as the best months to travel there.

Hi Lauren I’d love your advice. I’m traveling with my 22yr old daughter to celebrate her graduation and my birthday. I booked the first two nights a hotel in Tokyo and then figured we would VRBO or Airbnb but after reading your post it looks like things have changed. I love the idea of the capsule hotels and the standard tatami mat rooms look enchanting. So how do I search for either? We’d like to experience both for the trip. oh by the way, I’m a traveler too, let me know where in the world are you now. Perhaps we can meet up and collaborate, I do video production, just got back from Colorado and am going to Cancun in June.looking forward to hearing back from you, Peace and Love always, “L” oh let’s connect on IG

Just book them through Booking.com — no need to go to any specific site. I’m in Bristol, in the UK. I actually don’t have an Instagram account — it wasn’t doing good things for my mental health, so I deleted it :-)

G’day Lauren,

Loved your detailed description of your travels through Japan. However; I’m not so brave as you travelling around on my own, especially with the language problem. I am a single traveler from Bangalore, India and would love to spend 7-8 days in Japan, with my journey starting and ending in Tokyo, reasonably priced hotels or local hostels, but preferably single accommodation, if possible. (willing to pay extra).

I love train travel and Japan is one of the best places to do that..your take on that would be appreciated. If you feel, I meet your requirements, would love to get an itinerary and costing for my 7-8 day stay in Japan.

Hello! I am really curious on how you got a 14 days pass JR for only 420$, from where I am from (Canada) it is 567!

If you click the link in the post, you can buy it through there. It’s currently listed for 414 USD.

$95/day seems cheaper than what I had expected – is that a tight budget? What can you do more with $150/day? I’d prefer to spend that extra on living in nice hotels + do more activities. Does that seem possible with $150/day?

No, not really. It was a mid-range budget and all of the hotels we stayed in were nice — I made zero effort to stick to a tight budget.

Hope you’re well. I’m wondering if you still advise from not booking Airbnb for Tokyo? Thanks.

Until moments ago, I had always assumed Japan to be too expensive to even consider. Never thought the cost of activities and entrance fees would be so cheap. This is an encouraging article, thanks, Lauren!

Really remarkable post, Lauren. Extremely thorough and helpful. I’m looking to plan a trip to Japan soon and stumbled across your blog. As you clearly hoped from city-to-city, (this may be a silly question) what did you do with your luggage on a day-to-day basis?

Thanks for any insight.

Oh, just left it in my hotels. If I spent less than a full day somewhere, it was visited as a day trip, so I didn’t take my luggage with me. And then whenever I arrived somewhere, I’d time my arrival with the check-in time of the hotel, drop my bags first, then head out exploring.

great article! As I have said in the past you always put out great stuff that’s very valuable information.

I just came across your website when searching for trips for Japan for my son. I have to say I am really so happy and want to thank you so much for the information. My eldest son has been taking Japan as a language course for the last 3 years and was looking forward to trying to get into the high school Japan trip in end of july beginning of August 2020. He also wanted to go to TUJ(Temple University Japan).

However, because of the olympics the high school Japan trip has been canceled for 2020. Unfortunately, he will be a senior next year so the 2021 high school program will not be available for him. Plus going to olympics are so expensive. If you can give me any advice, I would greatly appreciate. Thank you so much in advance for your time!!!

What advice do you need? About what?

Hi Lauren, I really liked you post and I think is really helpful. When exactly did you go in Japan? We have to change our plans for next February (previous planned for Philippines but to risky for my wife pregnancy) and we consider to go in Japan instead. So, do you think it is good idea travelling in Japan in February? Thank you and advance.

I went during the first half of December. As long as you keep in mind that it’ll be pretty cold (5-10 celsius), I think it’s a great time of year, as it won’t be as crowded as peak season.

is it favorable to use credit card or cash is much preferred? thanks

Hi. Thank you for the information! I am so inspired to go to Japan now. My mom who was from Japan, always told me it’s too expensive to go back and visit. I am now 56 and it has been my lifelong dream to go. My husband and I will go with backpacks like we did when we were younger and before having kids. Is October a good time to go? I read September can be humid. I want to follow your itinerary for the most part. My mom lived in Kanazawa. My heart is full right now and my eyes are misty. Thank you for making my dream a little bit closer.

Hey Lauren!

Thank you so much for the information. I actually got invited on a delegation to go to Japan this evening and am trying to get the average cost to travel in the country. Obviously, your trip was on a very impressive budget. I have two questions, 1. Based on the $95/day over the course of your 16-day trip, would it be right to say that (flight included) you only paid ~$1,600 for your entire trip? 2. Would you say for a trip including cultural experiences, transportation and stays in nice hotels for a week, a grand total of $3,700 is reasonable?

In advance, I appreciate your advice on this!

Hi Lauren, Are you able to name all the accomodations you stayed with? I would like to visit Japan next year on a very tight budget. Thanks.

Yes, they’re already linked in the post along with the reviews of them under the accommodation section.

Hi Lauren. I’m debating spending 5 nights in Osaka and doing day trips to kyoto, nara and himeji castle. (I have hotel points where i can stay at osaka). Based on your experience – is that ok? or is better to stay 2 nights in Osaka and 3 nights in kyoto. There is a lot of different opinions online, thought id ask you if you think i’d be missing out on anything if staying in osaka. The one plus is i can save some money if using points and also staying in 1 location for 5 nights vs packing and moving to another location. Thanks so much for your posts!

Hey i found this really helpful but I’ve been planning to visit japan for a while and have hopes of going after i graduate high school. With some research i found that the JR pass isn’t needed if you’re just staying in one city. How much do you think i would spend on transportation for 2 weeks in Tokyo? Will it come out to more than what you spent or less?

Definitely less! You can walk to a lot of places, but otherwise the metro won’t cost much at all — a dollar or two per trip.

Would you be able to give recommendations for food places in Kyoto that are affordable.

Hi Lauren. Came across your site on a Google search for budget travel. It convinced e that a trip to Japan is affordable. Never have done international travel and would like your advice on a couple of things. 1. What is the best way to pack? Do I have to just use a back pack? 2. Can I use a credit card or should cash be used? 3. Can I get cell phone coverage in Japan.

Thanks, you site is great!

1) I prefer to travel with a backpack, but you’ll do okay with a suitcase, too. I personally find backpacks easier for navigating train stations, as you don’t have to drag it up and down stairs, etc. It doesn’t really matter either way, though. Depending on how long you’ll be staying there, I usually pack for a week no matter how long my trip is, then do laundry once a week.

2) Japan is mostly cash-based, so plan for lots of trips to the ATM. I didn’t find many places that accepted cards, although I also wasn’t looking very hard either.

3) Yep, you can pick up a local SIM card at the airport when you arrive. I bought mine through the rail pass company I link to in this blog post, but you can also just buy one when you arrive. Super easy to do and they’ll get it set up for you in the shop, too.

Love your posts! have been browsing but when I stumbled upon your page found it really helpful! Planning for Japan and Singapore so finding both blogs is perfect timing :) We are still not sure if the JRpass will help us- when we did calculation for the main routes we are going it resulted not worth it, however then not sure if we will require any additional rails/trains in between these. Tokyo>Hakone>Kyoto> Osaka without returning back… your input will be appreciated :) P.S. Feel free to visit the island of Malta, my home country

Wooow !! This is amazing , My wife and I have been planning to visit japan and we always had a misconception that Japan is expensive to visit .. This is a great blog .. So the overall cost including your flight tickets and local travel in japan would cost around 2500 $ per person ?

This was so incredibly helpful! Normally I don’t find myself reading entire articles but yours was so informational and in depth. Thank you so much for helping me get an idea of how much I would roughly spend!

Ah, no problem! Thanks for reading, and I’m glad you found it useful :-)

I super love this article Lauren! I thoroughly enjoyed it. When all is well and my country allows us to travel again, this is going to be on my top 3 places to visit (the 1st 2 will be diving spots as I’m a freediver). I made sure to bookmark this page for reference. Again, thank you for writing this. One question though, when you say $ do you mean USD?

Yep, USD! “The amounts in this guide are listed in Japanese Yen and U.S. dollars, simply because the vast majority of my readers are from the U.S.”

How much did you spend on transportation in Tokyo? I mean if you hadn’t had the JR Pass? How much did you save in Tokyo by having the pass?

Oh, I didn’t activate the pass when I was in Tokyo — I activated it on the day I left — so that was my total expenses without using it.

Hi Lauren! I just read your post. My boyfriend and I are backpackers and we are planning our next trip to Japan. I wanted to ask you when did you go there? (what time of the year). Because we can only take time off during winter time (dec-jan) and I don’t know if that’s a good time of year to go. We are from Denver and snow doesn’t bother us but we also want to enjoy it.

Thanks in advance! Love your blog

I was there in December! There’s fewer crowds then, which makes it a great time to go! As an added bonus you get to enjoy all of the cosy onsens in the snow :-)

Even in these unprecedented times, I feel as if I have already traveled to Japan! I loved every minute of the information you gave me. This place is definitely next on my list, of course! It can be months or a year from now.

It appears you’re still getting traffic in the comments here (excellent) so I thought I would ask a broad question. Wife and I are thinking to take our 6 and 9 year old to Japan for about 11 days. Any destinations you might leave off your itinerary given a bit less time and traveling with kids?

Fantastic! I’ve never seen any article about travelling to japan so specific and detailed before!! It sure will help me prepare for my own first&solo trip! thank you so much

Great post, but the prices are wildly outdated now. Your $30/night hotels in 2018 are going for around $220/night in 2023. Insane!

Hi CS, what time of year are you looking to visit? I’ve had a quick check and every hotel I link to still displays roughly the correct prices (a couple were out by about $10-20 a night, but nothing like $190!). If you’re looking at going in May, for example, Hakone Tent prices their rooms at $176 a night, but then offers rooms at a price of $73 a night a month later in June, so the time of year can affect the pricing. I’ll make a note to mention this in a future update to the post.

I visited in the low season, in December, so the prices I paid were lower than they might be at a more popular time of year.

This is amazing on every level. Thank you! only issue is prices for accomodations double during sakura season so what can I do

Thank you Lauren, for this insightful and complete post.

Out of curiosity, do you know what was the average USD/YEN exchange rate when this trip took place?

Kind Regards,

I update the prices in this article every two months so the exchange rate used in the post is recent

How recent was your travel to Japan and what exact dates were you there? I’m planning to take my family of 4 there in 2025 and would like to schedule it during cherry blossom season. I heard prices usually go up during this time so I was wondering if your trip happened during peak or off-peak season.

I was there in December. Prices do increase a lot during cherry blossom season, unfortunately — that’s the most expensive time to visit.

very good post for budget travellers. thanks for sharing.

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I’m 6’2” and the seats were too close together for my knees, very uncomfortable.

So far pal express is much better than Cebu pacific in terms of customers service and in flight crew. And on time departure and arrival . Especially if you're taking airbus 320 plane . But the small aircraft like bombardier . It usually delayed .

The return flight has been a nightmare. I am stuck in Singapore right now because PAL has not managed to resolve my return to Manila. The engine blew up on take off

Everything could better always late always rescheduled flight is worse and costs me a hotel room! The dirtiest planes I’ve ever flown on slowest to board . Just awful will never fly again with them

Boarded the plane last even while I was seated at the back and had to have my bag separate. The same exact special request meal was served as the flight an hour beforehand

The food was ordinary, this could be improved. Sleeping was comfortable enough for several hours sleep. The layover time in Manila Mabuhay lounge for 17 hours was awful. Surely I could have been given a flight to Perth within that time on another airline. At 74 years of age I find that far too long and stressful and will probably not travel with Philippine Airlines again for that reason. The food offering on board and in the lounge was also a little underwhelming. The crew were wonderful and the flight comfort was good also.

I paid for an aisle seat on my booking but for my return flight back in the US I was ina middle seat. I didnt realize this until i was already on the plane.

The flight itself was ok. However, the plane has 2 bathrooms for about 200 people. After the meal service there was a line between 10-15 people deep standing in the aisle waiting to use the bathroom. This went on for over an hour. The airlines tell us safety is their priority and to keep seatbelts on whenever on the plane but they allow a line of people to stand in the aisle for over an hour waiting for a bathroom. Absurd and unacceptable.

Flight delayed by hour for departure. No real announcements or updates until told to start boarding

I’ve had previous bad experiences with Philippine Airlines so i was pleasantly surprised with the vast improvement in comfort, service and food quality.

The seats are very uncomfortable just was not a pleasant experience

my flight was cancelled an hour before departure and i have not received a refund yet.

A child behind me was kicking my seat and the cabin attendant noticed and kindly asked me if I’d like to switch to a different available seat. Really nice.

The flight crew was very nice. Had a bit of a hiccup on my end when I checked in flying from Tokyo to Sapporo but the staff was very helpful. Definitely enjoyed both flights.

There was no social distancing on the plane. Lots of people sneezing, etc so the coronavirus measures they are taking are not adequate. Very uncomfortable flight. Also hard to get customer service support by phone in English.

Nice service. I wish it could provide hot water on the flight.

internet didn't work. No offer of drinks or snacks.

Flight was seamless. Free wifi helped pass the time. Food was okay, just make sure you pre order or pick something up from the airport

Internet connection very poor, means you can not even order items through their own shop.

Paid for business class lay flat seat. Significantly less comfortable than other carriers. No built in entertainment or WiFi. I barely saw flight attendants at all and they wanted to charge me for a bottle of water if i wanted more than what came with the meal (that i also paid extra for). Essentially you’re just paying for a slightly more comfortable seat than the rest of the plane and nothing else

Een prijsvechter, dus dat moet je ook verwachten. Voor alles moet je betalen. We hebben vooraf een maaltijd en een amenitiesset besteld. Die kregen we netjes uitgereikt aan boord. Het is BYOD voor het amusement tijdens de vlucht en dit werkte uitstekend. Geen trage wifi, helemaal niet. Alles kost geld, zelfs een flesje water. Misschien op langere vluchten wel gratis water, thee, koffie. Maar daarentegen mag je na de security je lege drinkflessen gewoon vullen en mee aan boord nemen

Wifi could have been better. Arrived 55 mins earlier than scheduled :)

Best part are two crying babies throughout the whole 11 hour trip

Clean and comfortable cabin. Friendly on board service. No vegetarian food options and movie options were very limited. Internet was very slow

I didn’t eat the food but there wasn’t an option. Seat was a little too small for me but everything else was great

better handling of the checked in luggage. they destroyed mine

Should’ve not separated those who checked-in online and those who checked-in at the airport

the process of paying for the excess baggage weight, the check in process and the boarding process are subhuman. this is an airline devoid of customer service

Cebu Pac has a habit of changing boarding gates. They do a lot of remote boarding. So just be attentive to the announcements, especially if it's near your boarding time.

It was a low cost flight, so no high expectations. The experience was average.

Crew was very helpful because I used a wheelchair to get around

Flight was delayed for almost 30 minutea, I had difficulties to catch up the connecting flight. Bit due to tje well organized Singapore airport I was able to make it

The flight was delayed for 3 hours and I missed my transit flight.

Was denied early boarding for a hot seat row 1C. I asked gate attendant why I couldn’t I board as I paid extra for that seat and it’s privileges that come from purchasing it. and she said no that Cebu Pacific does not allow it. When I boarded plane finally I had nowhere to put my bag as the seats behind me had taken my overhead area. The flight attendant said that the gate attendant was wrong. I fly a lot in the philippines and to Japan and now I have no choice but to fly with Air Asia. At least they board with zones and allow rows 1-3 to board early.

I was rebook by the other airpott because of the delayed flight

The flight was delayed by an hour . Traveling with 75 year old father was difficult and then when he asked for water he was asked to purchase :-) . Overall just an ok experience.

Overall service is good, the only thing I would like airasia to improve is there seating. Their seat handles are broken as well as the back rest

Boarding with air asia is excellent via organized lines by zone except when there is only 1 gate agent and no scanner, only by tearing tickets??? Crazy

The flight was supposed to depart at 9:25. It departed at 9:00. Im glad we were early and did not miss it.

They wouldn't even allow us to bring water from the fountain on board the aircraft.

Premium seats should have legroom this one didn't have it. I had 2 free checked bag but I got charged for while it shows on my reservation

Terrible airline! This airline just ruined our family vacation due to a 12 hours delay as a result of their operational issues.

Too many flight delays. Airport terminal serving Boracay needs upgrades.

Over 6 hours delayed.. using philippine air fleet planes are beat up dirty and uncomfortable. Have been flying air asia for over 4 years from Manila to Tokyo and kansai as well as several local flights from Manila to Bacolod and Cebu.. 3 planes were down for maintenance and caused havoc.. need to invest in new fleet or seriously clean and upgrade the existing fleet. Will not be flying anymore until fixed. Several options out there now to choose from as air asia prices have skyrocketed.. no point in using them anymore . Severally upset passenger here. They can’t even manage the queuing of Zones for boarding as it’s a crab fest free for all now. No discipline and let the passengers in line to board just run into any lane possible.. and priority luggage?? Forget it I’ve paid for it for the last 6 flights and never got it first.. air asia has turned into a expensive joke.. use Cebu pacific or zip air now..

We had three flight delays before eventually taking off 3 hours late. Inflight service was very limited, but it was a relatively short flight. Luggage was delivered promptly.

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3 Overseas Destinations with Excellent Cost-Effectiveness

① budget-friendly travel destination: vietnam.

A s the demand for overseas travel surges, cost-effective travel destinations have become increasingly popular. Travelers prefer destinations with shorter flight times and lower costs of staying. Vietnam and Japan are among the most popular destinations.

Travelers visit many cities in Vietnam, such as Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, and Hanoi. Ho Chi Minh City is the Vietnamese destination with the cheapest airfare. As of March, a direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City is around $165, which is the most affordable price compared to other cities.

Staying in Ho Chi Minh City is relatively cheap. Although the cost of staying in Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc is higher than in other cities in Vietnam, it is still affordable for travelers.

A bowl of pho at a local restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City costs around $2.50. A 10-minute Ride in a Grab Taxi also costs around $2.50.

Hotel room rates in Ho Chi Minh City are relatively cheap. The price can vary greatly depending on your chosen hotel, but the average cost for a 3-star hotel in the city center of Ho Chi Minh City is around $40. There are also places where you can book for around $23, and the hotel conditions are generally satisfactory. With a room rate of around $75, you can stay at a luxury hotel.

Travel expenses can vary greatly depending on your trip’s duration and consumption pattern. Traveling for around $450 per person for a 3-night or 4-day trip seems possible.

② The Rising Vacation Spot: Bohol , Philippines

In the Philippines, Bohol is a vacation destination that is unspoiled by nature. Although it is less known than Boracay and Cebu, it has gained popularity among travelers since introducing direct flights. As of March, a direct flight to Bohol is around $175.

Although the cost of staying in the Philippines is generally low, it has increased significantly recently. Eating at local restaurants in Bohol is cheap, but if you visit restaurants frequented by tourists, you should expect to pay between $5.50 and $7.50.

Bohol has hotels where you can stay for around $23 to $30. However, as Bohol is a vacation spot, there are many resorts. You can book resorts for around $45 to $55, but they are usually small. If you want to stay at a spa with a large swimming pool, you should expect to pay around $115 per night.

Taxi fares in Bohol are expensive. Few taxis are available, and the fare is not determined by the meter but by negotiation with the taxi driver. The fare starts at around $8. In Bohol, you should use the local transportation, tuk-tuks.

If you travel to Bohol, a snorkeling tour to explore the clear sea is necessary. If you book a guided tour with a local company, you can do it much cheaper.

It might be possible to pursue cost-effectiveness in Bohol, but if it’s a trip to enjoy relaxation, around $400 per person might not be enough. Bohol is not generally expensive, but hotel and tour costs can be high.

③ Cost-Effective Japan: Fukuoka

Fukuoka is one of the most popular Japanese travel destinations. It is a great overseas travel destination that even working people can visit without much burden. The cheapest direct flight to Fukuoka is around $145 as of March.

With the record-low yen, the number of travelers visiting Japan is exploding. Many travelers visit Fukuoka for a one-night trip to shop. In Japan, Fukuoka is known to have a lower cost of staying compared to Tokyo. The perceived cost of waiting for travelers is affordable enough to enjoy the trip.

Hotels in downtown Fukuoka can be booked for around $40 to $55 per night. You can stay for around $15 to $25 per night for hostels. In Fukuoka, travel expenses can vary greatly depending on how you travel. If you stay in cheap hotels or hostels, you can travel for around $400 to $450 per person for a three-night trip.

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