Japan
Cost of Living in Kyoto
Monthly Total
$1,920
$33,600
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$373
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$52
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
$373
$6,528
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$122
$2,135
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$130
$2,275
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$132
$2,310
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$750
$13,125
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$226
$3,955
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$149
$2,608
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$39
$683
Monthly Total
$1,920
$33,600
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