How Much Does a 7, 10, or 14-Day Trip to Japan Really Cost?
What I actually spend in Japan at different trip lengths, across budget, mid, and splurge styles.
Daily Ranges (per person)
- Budget: ¥10,000-15,000 (hostels, street food, metro)
- Midrange: ¥20,000-35,000 (business hotels, mix of meals)
- Splurge: ¥40,000-80,000+ (ryokan, omakase, taxis)
Example Totals (JPY)
| Length | Budget | Midrange | Splurge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | ¥70k-105k | ¥140k-245k | ¥280k-560k |
| 10 days | ¥100k-150k | ¥200k-350k | ¥400k-800k |
| 14 days | ¥140k-210k | ¥280k-490k | ¥560k-1.1m |
Big Swing Costs
- Flights: $700-1800+ depending on season/airport
- JR passes: usually skip; use regional passes if they save
- Hotels: swing the most; book free-cancel, watch sales
Money Tips
- Pay with card when possible; keep ¥20,000 cash for small shops
- Eat big lunches, lighter dinners; conbini breakfast is fine
- IC cards for transit; avoid taxis unless late night
- One splurge meal beats three mediocre ones