Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Tokyo
Summary
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is vibrant as a city that leads Japan and the world. One of the attractions of Tokyo is that people from various regions and countries gather and interact with each other, and there is a tendency for many cultures to merge and to create new things. The Imperial Palace and Japanese state institutions are gathered together, occupying a particularly important position in Japan.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
33 minutesHaneda Airport
- If arriving by train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
59 minutesNarita Airport
(Chiba Prefecture)
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Tokyo skytree
You can see the observation deck overlooking the city center and Mt. Fuji in a sunny day. There are also Tokyo Solamachi, a planetarium; and, an aquarium, so you can enjoy it all day long.
Odaiba
There are many commercial facilities such as DiverCity Tokyo, where you can see life-sized Gundam; and, Venus Fort. You can also enjoy the sea breeze of Odaiba on a rental cycle.
Foods recommended by locals
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Edomaezushi
Japanese food "sushi" is now popular overseas. The sushi made by sushi chefs is excellent. You can enjoy various kinds of sushi.
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Chanko-nabe
In Ryogoku, Tokyo, there are hot pot restaurants for wrestlers to strengthen their bodies. A nutritious pot will rejuvenate your mind and body!
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
The average annual temperature is about 18 degrees Celsius (2023). The climate is distinctly urban, with hot and humid summers and dry, sunny days with strong seasonal winds in the winter.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
73,216 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
8,433 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
569 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
522 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
257 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Vietnam
South Korea
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Tokyo Prefecture: 95,312
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
If an area has nine schools or less with information published in the “School/Major Search” section of the website, the names of the schools are listed in no particular order. If there are 10 or more schools, those schools will not be posted on this page. Click the “Search for School/Major” button and use the search function to see a list of the schools.