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Cost of Living in Fukuoka, Japan
Gateway to Asia and Japan's fastest-growing city. Startup hub, affordable, excellent food scene, compact and liveable.
A single person needs roughly 112,000 ¥/month to live in Fukuoka: a one-bedroom rents for 62,000 ¥–110,000 ¥, plus about 50,000 ¥ for groceries, transport, and utilities.
Currency
JPY (¥)
English Level
Basic
Healthcare
Public (NHI) + Employer Insurance (Shakai Hoken)
Rental Prices in Fukuoka
1-Bedroom Apartment
62,000 ¥ - 110,000 ¥
per month
2-Bedroom Apartment
85,000 ¥ - 155,000 ¥
per month
* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.5 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.
Monthly Living Costs
Groceries
20,000 ¥
Transport
7,500 ¥
Utilities
12,000 ¥
Dining Out
10,500 ¥
Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.
Popular Neighborhoods
Tenjin
Fukuoka's main commercial center. Department stores, underground shopping city, and buzzing nightlife.
5 min walk•90,000 ¥+/mo
Hakata
Station district and business hub. Shinkansen access, Canal City mall, and legendary yatai ramen stalls.
8 min metro•85,000 ¥+/mo
Yakuin
Trendy neighborhood between Tenjin and Hakata. Stylish cafes, select shops, and a relaxed pace.
8 min metro•80,000 ¥+/mo
Ohashi
Affordable student-friendly area near Kyushu University. Quiet streets, budget dining, and good subway access.
15 min metro•62,000 ¥+/mo
Momochi
Modern waterfront district. Fukuoka Tower, beach park, tech companies, and sea breeze living.
15 min bus•85,000 ¥+/mo
Work Visa
Highly Skilled Professional visa (HSP), Engineer/Specialist in Humanities visa. Employer sponsorship required.
Processing: 1-3 months
Relocation Costs
Key money (reikin) 1-2 months + deposit (shikikin) 1-2 months. Guarantor company required for most rentals.
Typical deposit: 4 months rent
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