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Cost of living in Tokyo for remote workers
Ultra safe, efficient and more affordable than most people expect thanks to the weak yen.
Monthly budget
$2,120/month
Estimate for one person living comfortably, not luxury. Updated 2026-09.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Your visa
- Internet
- 📶 ~190 Mbps (fixed broadband median)
- Local time
- Work overlap
- Plan a meeting →
- Language
- Japanese
- Vibe
- city food culture safe
Best months to be in Tokyo
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Stay longer with Japan's Digital Nomad (Designated Activities)
¥10 million/year (about $65,000+) · 6 months, not renewable back-to-back