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Cost of Living in Kobe
Monthly Total
$1,886
$33,005
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$522
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$45
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$522
$9,135
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$134
$2,345
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$146
$2,555
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$96
$1,680
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$570
$9,975
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$228
$3,990
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$151
$2,643
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$38
$665
Monthly Total
$1,886
$33,005
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