Daily Budget
$80–$130
USD per day
Recommended
10 days
min 7 days
Best Time
March–May
cherry blossoms
Why Tokyo?
Tokyo feels like the future, runs like clockwork, and has food that will ruin every other city for you. It's pricier than Southeast Asia but still very doable on a budget — and nothing else comes close for sheer density of things to do.
What to do in Tokyo
Tokyo Budget Guide
$80–$130/day
Hostel dorms, street food, free attractions, local transport
$130–$250/day
Private room, sit-down restaurants, paid attractions, Uber
$250+/day
Boutique hotels, nice restaurants, tours, premium experiences
Tokyo is best for
Tokyo FAQs
Is Tokyo expensive?
More than Southeast Asia but surprisingly manageable. Budget $80–100/day. Convenience store food is great and cheap, capsule hotels start at $30/night.
Do I need to speak Japanese?
No — Tokyo is very foreigner-friendly. Signs have English, Google Translate handles menus, and most tourist areas have English speakers.
How do I get around Tokyo?
The subway is world-class and covers everything. Get a Suica card and load it with cash. Taxis exist but are expensive.
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