Living costs in Tokyo, Japan

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Monthly cost evidence

UTokyo international-student guidance. Housing is a small one-room apartment. This is a partial budget; other costs remain unpriced. Source period: Undated live guidance. Checked 2026-10-12.

Point estimates are single published allowances, not ranges. Minimums have no researched upper bound. National and regional benchmarks do not establish local prices. Partial categories need additional quotes.

Before accepting a fellowship in Tokyo

Scenario assumes a small private apartment. UTokyo notes that initial scholarship payment can take 1–1.5 months. Lease setup costs can be substantial; use actual quotes in the arrival calculator.

Ask your host about accommodation eligibility, health coverage and visa requirements. Confirm whether your stipend is gross or net, when the first payment arrives, and which costs are paid directly. Budget separately for deposits, travel and one-off arrival costs.

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The planner supports six expense categories, stipend and funding gaps, arrival cash, saved budgets and city comparisons. Missing amounts must be entered before calculating a complete personal budget.

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