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Cost of Living in Sapporo
World-class powder snow at Niseko nearby. Famous Snow Festival. Fresh Hokkaido seafood. Japanese language essential - smallest expat community.
Monthly Total
$2,167
$37,923
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$805
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$45
Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 1/12/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$805
$14,088
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$215
$3,763
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$259
$4,533
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$108
$1,890
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$280
$4,900
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$130
$2,275
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$70
$1,225
Monthly Total
$2,167
$37,923
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Living in Sapporo
Sapporo is 50-55% cheaper than Tokyo with spacious apartments. Coldest major city but beautiful summers.
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