Cost Breakdown of My Japan Trip
Japan had always been on my travel bucket list, and I finally had the chance to visit this incredible country. Instead of just sharing my experiences, I want to break down the costs of my trip to give a better idea of how much you might need if you're planning a similar adventure.
Flight and Transportation Costs
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Round-trip flight: $1,627.91 (My flight was to Korea and then to Japan)
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Flight from FTL to Seoul, South Korea: $505.80 (AA)
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Seoul, South Korea to Fukuoka, Japan: $55.70 (T'way Air)
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Tokyo to FTL: $1,066.41 (United Airlines)
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My flight was from March 3rd to April 1st.
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My friend booked the flight from March 7th to 17th, and it was $748.91 (United Airlines).
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Domestic transportation (JR Pass & local trains): $218
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City transport (buses, metro, taxis):
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Bus: $136.68
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Taxi: $173.31 (Taxis can be quite costly)
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Total transportation cost: $527.99
Accommodation Costs (March 11 - March 21st)
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Fukuoka (2 nights in a Capsule hotel): $56 (First Cabin Hakata)
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Hiroshima (2 nights in a Budget hotel): $145 (APA Hotel)
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Kyoto (2 nights in a traditional ryokan): $331 (Onyado Nono Kyoto Shichijo)
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Mt. Fuji (2 nights in a Budget hotel): $95.90 (Fuji Yamanakako Hotel - You will sleep on the floor.)
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Tokyo (2 nights in a Capsule hotel): $91 (First Cabin Hakata)
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Mt. Fuji (2nd round): $216 (HAOSTAY - The room has views of Mt. Fuji.)
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Total accommodation cost: $934.90 (for 11 days of the trip). I was lucky enough to stay with my friend for the rest of the trip.
Food and Dining Expenses (March 11 - April 1st)
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Fukuoka: $25
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Hiroshima: $15
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Kyoto: $20
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Tokyo: $50
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Gifu: $32.41
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Total food cost: $142 (To be honest, I didn’t eat much on this trip.)
Activities and Attractions
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Fukuoka: $30 (Mostly walked to shrines.)
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Hiroshima: Miyajima Island ($16 - Walked around)
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Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest ($50?)
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Tokyo: Akihabara arcade experiences ($100 - This one did hurt. The arcades emptied me.)
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Gifu: $30
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Nara: $30
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Nagano: $30
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Total activity cost: $285
Shopping and Souvenirs
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Traditional crafts, local snacks, and gifts: $400
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Anime and electronics shopping in Akihabara: $20
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Total shopping cost: $420
Total Trip Cost
Grand total for my 22-day trip: $3,937.80 ( Just Japan)
Final Thoughts
Japan exceeded my expectations in every way, and while it wasn’t the cheapest trip, the experiences were priceless. From exploring the lively cityscape of Tokyo to immersing myself in Kyoto’s traditional beauty, every moment was worth the cost. If you're planning a trip, setting a budget and prioritizing experiences that matter most to you will help make it a memorable and financially manageable adventure!
I can't really put the expenses in Korea as I stayed with my friend, and they covered most of the costs there.
Total cost for my trip to Asia was around $4,200.00. (Japan + Korea)