Tokyo · private humanities · 1-yr prep
Initial costs¥520,000 – ¥1,390,000
Monthly living¥110,000 – ¥215,000
Annual tuition¥800,000 – ¥1,200,000
Estimated total¥2,940,000 – ¥6,170,000
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An estimate of the full first-year cost. For ongoing living costs during study, see the monthly figure.
| Item | Amount (est.) |
|---|---|
| Initial costs totalest. | ¥520,000 – ¥1,390,000 |
| Deposit, key money & agency fees | ¥220,000 – ¥780,000 |
| Furniture & appliances | ¥50,000 – ¥150,000 |
| Airfare | ¥40,000 – ¥120,000 |
| COE & visa application | ¥10,000 – ¥40,000 |
| Admission fee | ¥200,000 – ¥300,000 |
| Monthly living (incl. rent)est. | ¥110,000 – ¥215,000 |
| Living during prep (12 mo.) | ¥1,320,000 – ¥2,580,000 |
| Annual tuitionest. | ¥800,000 – ¥1,200,000 |
| Estimated total (first year) | ¥2,640,000 – ¥5,170,000 |
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A figure like "¥X0,000" is hard to picture if you've never been to Japan. Everyday items give you the real feel — and the surprises (some things shockingly pricey, others cheaper than back home) are what stick.
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