As you study abroad, you’ll also have to budget for some things other than the ones we’ve outlined above. For one, you’ll need some money for going out with friends! The international students we interviewed said that on average they spent about 10,000 yen a month on leisure and other expenses.

As you prepare to study abroad in Kyoto, having a sense of not only your school fees, but also all the other expenses you’ll have will make sure you can fully prepare your study abroad budget.

Studying abroad is an opportunity not only to learn and to grow in school, but also to gain a deeper understanding of the culture and broaden your horizons by being in a new place. We hope this article can help serve as a guide to plan your living expenses so you can enjoy studying abroad with the financial security you’ll need!