🇯🇵 Cost of living · Japan
Osaka Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Osaka, Japan
Cost Level: Low
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center ¥80,000–145,000/mo (center); ¥55,000–90,000/mo (suburbs)
USD Reference Approx. USD 490–890/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery ¥700–1,400 (restaurant)
Monthly Groceries ¥28,000–48,000/mo
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ¥7,000–15,000
Subway + private rail covers the city. ICOCA card accepted everywhere. Umeda and Namba are key hubs. Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 800–1,200
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 2,500–4,000
Important Note
Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)
Estimate baseline: 2026-07-20
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