Is 4000 enough for Japan?

4000 USD / 2 person / 13 days = 153 USD / day / person! Now, will that be enough? For 99% of all travelers it will, but it depends on your expectations. Will you only go to the best restaurants, take taxis instead of subway and do extensive shopping and partying each night, then it will be totally insufficient.



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Depends on how long, from where, and what comfort level you want to be in when going there. $5000 is more than enough for one person for at comfortable two-week trip after an economy airfare from the USA and economy to mid-range hotel reservations are arranged in advance.

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In short, I think you will be absolutely fine since your flight and hotels are paid for already. $1000 should be sufficient, but you must be strict with yourself. $50 a day just about creeps overbudget. I think you should set yourself about $30 a day and maybe sometimes jump up to $50/60 if you wanna try something.

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In short, I think you will be absolutely fine since your flight and hotels are paid for already. $1000 should be sufficient, but you must be strict with yourself. $50 a day just about creeps overbudget. I think you should set yourself about $30 a day and maybe sometimes jump up to $50/60 if you wanna try something.

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That's certainly a comfortable budget as long as you aren't expecting to eat many fancy meals or do a lot of drinking or clubbing. You can probably save some money with strategic use of transit passes (see summaries on Japan Guide or elsewhere). You should look into the Grutto Pass.

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If you plan to live a very luxurious life then no. For most people it is more than enough. Japan is no longer that expensive.

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On a $5,000 budget, you'll be able to spend a week at a nice all-inclusive resort while still having extra cash for airfare and day trips.

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$100 is more than plenty. Meals can be between $10-20 depending on what you're after. That also includes mini snacks in the equation like dango or dorayaki. Honestly $50/day is good if you're not chasing fancier restaurants and the like (say Character Cafes, Fish Market, Kobe Beef Steak, Ramen Museum).

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For instance, some hotels and other vendors that frequently have non-Japanese customers may accept USD. However, they will set their exchange rates on purchases, which can be unfavorable for travelers. It's typically better to pay in the local currency (JPY) to avoid any additional fees or unfavorable exchange rates.

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Re: Is $3000 USD enough to visit Tokyo? 1400 is what i've spent on a 22 days trip to Japan (excluding hotels, flights, shinkansen, etc). So, yes, 3000 should be more than enough, even if you have a high lifestyle.

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Most major tourist destinations have websites that list costs of activities. Do some planning, make a list or spreadsheet and get out a calculator and see what it will cost you. I could easily make $10k last for a month in Japan, but everyone travels a bit different and has different tastes.

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Japan has a reputation as an expensive place to travel to, but it's an image that doesn't hold up on the ground. With a little strategy, a visit can be very reasonable – budget-friendly, even. Many of the country's major sights, for example, cost nothing, and free festivals take place year-round.

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Cash, credit and debit cards are all accepted, with credit cards and cash the most relevant. Since a credit card is your best choice for a significant amount of your spending, a card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees like the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card provides lots of value.

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The cost for one person to visit Japan for a week is 155 000 ¥ – 200 000 ¥ (1200 USD – 1500 USD) (bare in mind that it depends on the person/ offers/ period/ and preferences). Food: On average per day a moderate budget tourist spends about 4,500 ¥ on food.

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100,000 yen should be sufficient, excluding your accommodations, transportations and theme park admissions, unless you're expecting to buy an expensive souvenir. I would carry a credit card for peace of mind.

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The likelihood that credit cards are accepted decreases in small cities and towns, and thus it is advisable to keep cash at hand when visiting rural areas. Cash is often the only way to pay for small entrance fees at tourist sights, smaller restaurants and small shops. Many lockers also require coins.

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In general, a meal at a local eatery or fast food chain can range from 500 to 1,000 yen (approximately $5-$10 USD), while a meal at a mid-range restaurant can cost 1,000 to 3,000 yen (approximately $10-$30 USD), and a high-end restaurant can cost upwards of 10,000 yen (approximately $100 USD) per person.

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A good rule of thumb is 10,000 yen per day of travel. This includes short-haul intercity travel, but not long-haul like Shinkansen. Transportation: Long haul: Expect to spend up to 15,000 yen per long-haul train such as Shinkansen between Tokyo-Kyoto/Osaka, Tokyo-Kanazawa and Kyoto/Osaka-Hakata.

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