🇯🇵 Cost of living · Japan
Sagamihara Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Sagamihara, Japan
Cost Level: Medium
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center ¥50,000–82,000/mo (center); ¥42,000–65,000/mo (suburbs)
USD Reference Approx. USD 310–500/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery ¥700–1,300 (restaurant); ¥300–600 (convenience store)
Monthly Groceries ¥28,000–44,000/mo (supermarket basics)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ¥9,000–15,000 (depends on commute)
JR Yokohama/Sagami lines + Keio + Odakyu; Suica/Pasmo work everywhere. ~40 min to Shinjuku. A future Chuo Shinkansen maglev station (Hashimoto).
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 2,000–3,500
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 4,000–6,500
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: 2026-06-19
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