Accommodation – Hotels in Japan are going to take up most of your budget. For a standard hotel room, you’ll easily going to have to pay $80 to $120 per night – depending on the location. Many budget travelers take advantage of Japan’s “capsule” hotels, also known as a pod hotel, that features a large number of small bed-sized rooms known as capsules. A night in a pod averages for around US$30 to $50 a night.

Food – Japan is worldwide known for its unique cuisine. However, there’s a lot more to try than sushi and ramen! Osaka is often referred to as Japan’s kitchen and a great destination for foodies. Some must-try dishes when in Japan include: tempura, okonomiyaki, yakitori, udon, soba and anything green tea/matcha flavored.

Transportation – Getting from one place to another will also cost you quite a lot in Japan compared to other Asian nations. Most subway systems in Japanese city are quite unique as the individual lines are owned by private companies. This means, you’ll often have to purchase several tickets when you transfer between subway lines. However, most cities also have city passes, allowing you to easily use their trains. Bullet trains are another popular mode of transport when traveling around Japan – but it’s expensive. You’re going to have to spend around $250 for transportation for a one-week trip in Japan (this does not include your airfare).