How Much Money Do You Need to Move to Japan? (2026 Guide)
A realistic breakdown of how much money foreigners need before moving to Japan.
Initial Costs
- Flight: ¥50,000 – ¥150,000
- Apartment move-in: ¥150,000 – ¥400,000
- Documents: ¥10,000+
First Month Expenses
- Rent + deposit
- Food
- Transportation
- Utilities
Recommended Budget
- Minimum: ¥300,000
- Comfortable: ¥500,000+
Hidden Costs
- Furniture
- Insurance
- Daily essentials
Money-Saving Tips
- Use share houses
- Cook at home
- Buy second-hand items
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DKmm Watanabe is a full-stack web developer and an IT professor at フォーラム情報アカデミー専門学校 (Forum Information Academy Vocational School) in Niigata City. Passionate about technology and creativity, he enjoys traveling, writing, connecting with new people, and savoring a refreshing Chūhai (チューハイ). Explore his projects and portfolio online at www.derusan.com.
