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EXPERIENCE IN JAPAN

Daily Life

The biggest appeal of studying abroad in Japan is the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge technology and science. Academic fees in Japan are much lower than in the United States or the United Kingdom.
Japan is known for its rich natural environment and four very distinct seasons of spring, summer, fall and winter. Surrounded by the sea, Japan has fostered a unique culture since ancient times.
Japan is an economically rich country with one of the lowest crime rates in the world. International students can relax and focus on their studies.

From a Cambodian student

1DAY REPORT

Tadao Sonava

Breakfast 8:00 AM
Breakfast
Go to school 8:20 AM
Go to school
Lunch 11:30 AM
Lunch
Go to library 12:30 PM
Go to library
Attend afternoon classes 2:00 PM
Attend afternoon classes
Go to gym 5:00 PM
Go to gym
Eat dinner 7:30 PM
Eat dinner

My 1day schedule

  • 7:30 AM - wake up
  • 8:00 AM - eat breakfast
  • 8:20 AM - head to class
  • 11:30 AM - eat lunch
  • 12:30 PM - rest or go to library
  • 2:00 PM - head back to class
  • 4:20 PM - classes finish
  • 5:00 PM - hit the gym
  • 7:30 PM - eat dinner
  • 9:30 PM - do assignments
  • 11:00 PM - go to bed

Tuition & Living Expenses

Tuition Fees

Approximate tuition fees for one year

Min
540,000 yen
1,130,000 yen
Max

Notes: Excluding medical, dental and pharmaceutical departments.
For the first year, additional fees for entry and other things must be paid separately.
Reference:Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Survey of Fees and Contributions for Students on Private Universities, etc., 2021

Guide for living expenses

Living expenses are more expensive in large cities. Example: 108,000 yen in Tokyo

93,000 yen
per month
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
  • 1
    Food
    28,000 yen
  • 2
    Rent
    38,000 yen
  • 3
    Utilities
    7,000 yen
  • 4
    Insurance, medical expenses
    3,000 yen
  • 5
    Hobbies, entertainment
    5,000 yen
  • 6
    Miscellaneous expenses
    8,000 yen
  • 7
    Commute
    4,000 yen

Reference: Lifestyle Survey of Privately-Financed International Students 2021 (JASSO)

  • Student dormitory
    28,000 yen
  • Private apartment
    53,303 yen
  • Rice (5 kg)
    2,177 yen
  • Ramen noodles
    552 yen
  • Apples (1 kg)
    556 yen
  • Cola (1 l)
    250 yen
  • Coffee at a café
    543 yen
  • Movie ticket
    1,800 yen
  • Taxi (4 km)
    1,700 yen

References: Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan, Retail price survey (Special wards of Tokyo, March 2023)
Dormitory expenses from Tokyo Japanese Language Education Center
Private apartment expenses are for a 20 m² apartment

Created by editing ”STUDY IN JAPAN-Basic Guide-”(JASSO)