Tokyo travel guide
Tokyo Travel Budget: Daily Costs & Calculator
Budget travellers need about $75 USD per day in Tokyo covering a hostel, casual meals, transit and one paid sight. Mid-range travellers average $200 per day with a business hotel and restaurant meals. Luxury travel starts around $650 per day.
How expensive is Tokyo?
Tokyo is cheaper than its reputation suggests — often less than London or New York for equivalent quality. The weak yen has made Japan exceptional value; the calculator below estimates your daily spend by travel style.
Tokyo trip budget calculator
Pick your travel style and trip length — the calculator estimates your total budget in USD using real 2026 Tokyo prices.
Excludes international flights. Lodging is per room (shared by travellers); other costs are per person. Prices in USD, converted from Japanese Yen (JPY).
Tokyo daily costs by travel style
| Cost per day | Backpacker | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodging | $30 | $110 | $350 |
| Food | $25 | $55 | $180 |
| Transport | $8 | $12 | $40 |
| Activities | $12 | $28 | $80 |
| Total per day | $75 | $205 | $650 |
Money-saving tips for Tokyo
- IC cards (Suica/Pasmo) cover nearly all transit and convenience stores — get a mobile version on arrival
- Lunch sets (teishoku) cost half the price of dinner at the same restaurant
- Konbini breakfasts under ¥600 are genuinely good — onigiri, egg sandwiches, coffee
- Many top sights are free: Meiji Jingu, Senso-ji, Imperial Palace East Gardens, observation lobbies
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Tokyo travel budget — FAQs
How much money do I need per day in Tokyo?
Budget travellers need about $75 USD per day in Tokyo covering a hostel, casual meals, transit and one paid sight. Mid-range travellers average $200 per day with a business hotel and restaurant meals. Luxury travel starts around $650 per day.
Is Tokyo expensive for tourists in 2026?
Tokyo is moderately priced for tourists in 2026 — cheaper than London, New York or Singapore at equivalent quality. A bowl of ramen costs about $8, a business hotel $90–130, and a day of transit under $10. The weak yen keeps Japan strong value for foreign visitors.
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