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Cost of Living in Yokohama, Japan
Japan's second-largest city, adjacent to Tokyo. International port history, significant expat community. Slightly more affordable than central Tokyo.
A single person needs roughly 180,800 ¥/month to live in Yokohama: a one-bedroom rents for 105,000 ¥–165,000 ¥, plus about 75,800 ¥ for groceries, transport, and utilities.
Currency
JPY (¥)
English Level
Moderate
Healthcare
Public (NHI) + Employer Insurance (Shakai Hoken)
Rental Prices in Yokohama
1-Bedroom Apartment
105,000 ¥ - 165,000 ¥
per month
2-Bedroom Apartment
155,000 ¥ - 250,000 ¥
per month
* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.6 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.
Monthly Living Costs
Groceries
38,000 ¥
Transport
9,500 ¥
Utilities
14,300 ¥
Dining Out
14,000 ¥
Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.
Popular Neighborhoods
Minato Mirai
Modern waterfront district with high-rise apartments. Landmark Tower, shopping malls, scenic harbor views.
0 min metro•130,000 ¥+/mo
Motomachi
Historic international settlement area. European-style shopping street, near Chinatown.
5 min metro•120,000 ¥+/mo
Yamate
The Bluff area. Historic expat neighborhood, international schools, quiet residential streets.
10 min metro•130,000 ¥+/mo
Kannai
Traditional business district. Government buildings, historical architecture, quieter than Minato Mirai.
5 min metro•105,000 ¥+/mo
Yokohama Station
Major transit hub area. Direct Tokyo access, shopping malls, busy commercial district.
0 min metro•125,000 ¥+/mo
Shin-Yokohama
Shinkansen station area. Business hotels, stadium, easy access to Tokyo and western Japan.
8 min metro•110,000 ¥+/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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