Is Tokyo cheap or expensive?


Is Tokyo cheap or expensive? Japan has always been reputed as an expensive place to travel. But in reality, you don't need to splurge when visiting the country, especially Tokyo. Compared to other cities in Japan, Tokyo is more expensive because it is a metropolis.


How much is a cup of coffee in Tokyo?

A regular cup of coffee is not the most affordable drink in Japan: coffee shops will charge you around 300-500 yen per cup. (2,5-4 euro). If you need a quick morning or afternoon fix without expecting barista quality, get your coffee in a conbini (????)or convenience store: Lawson, Seven Eleven, Family Mart, Newdays.


Can I wear jeans in Japan?

Trousers are fine, jeans are fine, skirts are fine. Many Japanese young women are covered up A LOT on the top half but have very short shirts and that seems to be fine, for some reason. If you do this, just keep in mind that you will be bending down to take shoes on and off, more often than normal.


How much does a meal cost in Tokyo?

A meal at a mid-range restaurant typically costs between ¥1,000 and ¥3,000 ($7.50 to $22). Weekly groceries in the city can set you back approximately ¥15,000 to ¥25,000 ($110 to $185), depending on your shopping habits and dietary preferences.


Is $1000 enough for a trip to Japan?

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.


Is $5000 enough for a two week trip to Japan?

$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.


How much money should I bring to Japan for 10 days?

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.