Independent Travel in Japan
During a 7-day trip, expenses will amount to around 26,500,000 VND, excluding shopping and entertainment activities:
- Visa: approximately 800,000 VND, including a visa fee of 630,000 VND, with the rest covering document preparation.
- Round-trip airfare: Ranges from 8,000,000 VND to 25,000,000 VND.
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- Getting around in Japan: Utilize the JR Pass, covering Shinkansen and other Express trains. Passes come in 7-day, 14-day options priced from 269 USD (~6,200,000 VND)/7 days, allowing unlimited travel between different cities in Japan. Use public transportation cards for subway or bus travel within the city, costing around 840,000 VND/7 days. Total transportation expenses amount to approximately 7,000,000 VND.
- Dining: In budget-friendly chain restaurants in Japan, meals typically range from 100,000 VND to 160,000 VND. For greater savings, consider convenient stores like 7-Eleven, Family Mart, open 24/7 with lower prices. Total dining expenses around 7,000,000 VND/7 days.
- Accommodation: Staying in hotels is more expensive compared to hostels or guesthouses. Hostel prices range from 600,000 VND to 800,000 VND per person per night. Total lodging cost for 6 nights is 3,600,000 VND to 4,800,000 VND.
- Sightseeing: Opt for free attractions such as shopping centers, parks, night markets, etc. Paid attractions typically cost from 115,000 VND per person onwards.
Traveling to Japan with a Tour
Usually, an all-inclusive tour to Japan ranges from 20,000,000 VND to 40,000,000 VND depending on the quality and itinerary. The tour price includes round-trip airfare, meals, accommodations, transportation throughout the trip, entrance fees to attractions, and accompanying tour guides.

