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Cost of Living in Sendai
Monthly Total
$1,443
$25,253
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$378
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$36
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
$378
$6,615
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$158
$2,765
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$150
$2,625
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$96
$1,680
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$196
$3,430
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$90
$1,575
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$1,443
$25,253
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