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REAL ROUTES · CLEAR ASSUMPTIONSYour Japan budget,
Your Japan budget,
before you book.
Build a realistic estimate around your cities, pace and travel style. Every assumption stays visible and editable.
✓ No signup✓ 4 clear steps✓ Editable result
POPULAR ROUTETokyo → Kyoto → Osaka14 days · Comfort
TRIP BUILDER
Step 1 of 4Start with the basics
- 1Basics
- 2Route
- 3Preferences
- 4Your budget
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Tell us about your trip
We’ll use these details throughout your estimate.
02
Build your route
Add nights to shape accommodation and rail costs.
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12 of 13 nights allocatedYour final night can stay flexible.
KyotoSelected
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OsakaSelected
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HiroshimaOptional
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SapporoOptional
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Make it yours
Choose what belongs in the total. Nothing is silently added.
RAIL CHECK
新幹線We’ll compare passes with individual tickets.
A JR Pass is never added automatically. Your result will show the cheaper option for this route.
YOUR EXPECTED BUDGET
$4,860
$2,430 per person · $174 per person/day
ESTIMATE RANGE$4,280 – $5,730Based on your selected travel style
Where your money goes
Indicative estimate
Travel prices vary by date and availability. Verify live fares and accommodation prices before booking.
NOT A BLACK BOX
Every number should earn your trust.
Indicative references
Use each category as a planning starting point and verify live prices before booking.
Editable assumptions
Change any category directly instead of accepting a mysterious total.
Honest ranges
Low, expected and high estimates acknowledge real-world variation.
PLANNING ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the questions travelers ask before building a Japan budget.
How does the Japan trip calculator work?
Choose your trip length, number of travelers, route, travel style and optional expenses. The estimate updates from the assumptions shown in the calculator.
What costs are included in the estimate?
The estimate can include accommodation, food, local transport, intercity rail, activities, flights, travel insurance, mobile data and shopping, depending on your selections.
How accurate is the calculated budget?
It is a planning estimate, not a live quote. Prices vary by season, exchange rate and availability, so verify flights, accommodation and rail fares before booking.
Does the calculator automatically add a JR Pass?
No. It compares an indicative nationwide pass price with estimated point-to-point rail fares and shows which option appears cheaper for the selected route.
Can I calculate a family trip?
Yes. Add adults and children separately. The model applies reduced assumptions for children to accommodation sharing, food, transport and activities.
Which currency does the calculator use?
The display currency follows your selected home market. Currency conversion is indicative and should be checked again before payment.
Should I use cash or cards in Japan?
Cards are widely accepted in cities, but cash remains useful for smaller restaurants, temples and rural businesses. Carrying both is the safest option.
When should I rent a car in Japan?
A car is usually unnecessary in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. It can be useful for rural areas, Hokkaido, Kyushu or itineraries with limited public transport.
Live estimate $4,860