Sendai, Japan 🇯🇵
Nomad Score:
64%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$500.00
$1.00
$75.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$150.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$40.00
$60.00
$10.00
|
Per day for mobile data plans |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$300.00
$500.00
$15.00
|
Per day for basic food items |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$80.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Per day for public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$150.00
$300.00
$25.00
|
Per day for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$100.00
$200.00
$20.00
|
Per day for entertainment and attractions |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$100.00
$300.00
$0.00
|
Not applicable for tourists |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Not applicable for tourists |
| Total |
$1,420.00
$1,761.00
$150.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$700.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$200.00
Pricing can vary based on amenities and location.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.00
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$5.00
Price can vary by brand and venue.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$8.00
Typical cost at casual dining restaurants.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.50
Prices generally consistent across chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$3.00
Seasonal prices may vary slightly.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$2.00
Standard loaf from a local bakery or supermarket.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.50
Prices may be lower in larger quantities.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$2.50
Standard price for quality rice.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$8.00
Prices can fluctuate with market availability.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$15.00
Higher quality cuts may cost more.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$20.00
Prices vary widely by brand and store.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$4.00
Base fare for initial distance.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$1.50
Standard rate; may increase late at night.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$50.00
Covers buses and trains within the city.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.30
Prices may vary slightly depending on the station.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$30.00
Basic plan with data and calls.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$40.00
Prices may vary by provider and package.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$50.00
Standard membership; may vary by facilities.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$15.00
Rates can vary by facility.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$12.00
Typical price for current movies.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$60.00
Brand and style can lead to significant price variation.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$40.00
Prices vary by brand and store.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$80.00
Prices vary widely based on brand and quality.
per pair