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Kanagawa

神奈川県

At a Glance

Monthly Cost
¥352,243≈ $2,348/mo
Avg Rent (1K)
¥62,000/month
Avg Income
380万円/year
Vacant Houses
10.4%vacancy rate
Foreign Community
LargeLarge
Nomad Score
4/5
Safety
Safe
Affordability
70/100Affordable

Higher cost area, strong startup ecosystem, large international community, English widely understood.

Estimated Monthly Cost of Living

¥352,243

≈ $2,348 USD / month

9% cheaper than national average

Budget

¥246,570

Minimal spending, shared housing, cooking at home

Moderate

¥352,243

Average lifestyle, own apartment, occasional dining

Comfortable

¥493,140

Spacious flat, dining out often, leisure activities

Monthly Spending Breakdown

Other
¥201,56157.2%
Food & Groceries
¥69,20419.6%
Housing & Rent
¥20,8965.9%
Entertainment
¥16,0234.5%
Transportation
¥15,3754.4%
Utilities
¥11,0493.1%
Healthcare
¥10,1692.9%
Clothing
¥6,6461.9%
Education
¥1,3210.4%

Price Details

Individual item prices in Kanagawa, sourced from e-Stat government data. Prices are in JPY.

Other(3 items)
Total Consumption Expenditure¥315,418
Other Consumption Expenditure¥38,986
Furniture & Household Utensils¥12,070
Food & Groceries(4 items)
Food¥116,220
Rice (Koshihikari)¥5,464
Food (average)¥3,638
Bread (white)¥503
Housing & Rent(1 items)
Housing¥37,992
Entertainment(1 items)
Culture & Recreation¥29,133
Transportation(1 items)
Transportation & Communication¥27,955
Utilities(1 items)
Fuel, Light & Water Charges¥20,089
Healthcare(1 items)
Medical Care¥18,489
Clothing(1 items)
Clothing & Footwear¥12,083
Education(1 items)
Education¥2,401

Foreign Community in Kanagawa

Large Community250,000 foreign residents (2.7% of population)+11.5% growth

Top Nationalities

Chinese
Vietnamese
Korean

Source: Immigration Services Agency (出入国在留管理庁) end-of-2023 statistics. A larger foreign community often means more multilingual services, international shops, and established support networks for newcomers.

Lifestyle Profile

Top Industries

Manufacturing (automotive)Tech & ITTourismLogistics (Yokohama Port)Biotech

Local Specialties

Kamaboko (Odawara)Yokohama Chinatown cuisineShonan shirasu (whitebait)Kuzumochi

Lifestyle

Coastal urban lifestyleYokohama nightlifeGreat transit to TokyoInternational communityDiverse food scene

Events & Festivals

Jul

Yokohama Sparkling Twilight

Fireworks and parade along the Yokohama waterfront

Apr

Kamakura Matsuri

Horseback archery (yabusame) at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Digital Nomad Score

4/5 — Very Good

Based on coworking availability, internet speed, and cafe culture.

Entrepreneur Score

4/5 — Very Good

Based on startup ecosystem, business support, and market access.

Outdoor & Activities

Surfing (Shonan)Hiking (Kamakura/Hakone)Beach activitiesHot springs (Hakone)

Climate

Mild Pacific climate. Warm winters near the coast. Hot, humid summers. Hakone area is cooler.

Foreign Community

Community SizeLarge
English Friendliness
4/5

Future Events & Business Opportunities

Investment Highlight

Kanagawa combines Yokohama's port city appeal with cutting-edge life science research at Kawasaki's King Skyfront, offering strong growth potential.

2027

Yokohama MM21 Continued Development

InfrastructureMedium Impact

Yokohama's Minato Mirai 21 district continues expanding with new office towers, entertainment venues, and the growing innovation hub. Multiple buildings are under construction for 2026-2027 completion.

Business Opportunity

Yokohama offers Tokyo-quality infrastructure at lower costs. Growing tech presence with companies relocating R&D centers to the area.

Infrastructure Projects

  • Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 expansion
  • Sagami Railway/Tokyu direct service improvements
  • Kawasaki King Skyfront life science hub

Special Economic Zones & Hubs

  • Kawasaki King Skyfront (life sciences)
  • Yokohama Innovation Hub

Economic & Investment Profile

Investment Signal: Hot

Yokohama is Japan's #2 city; strong R&D (Kawasaki); Minato Mirai redevelopment; rising land values.

Economic Overview

GDP

¥37.6T

+1.6% YoY

GDP per Capita

¥4.1M

Avg. Income

400万円

≈ ¥4,000,000/yr

Unemployment

2.6%

Near national avg

Startup Rate

5.0%

High entrepreneurship

Real Estate Market

Avg. Rent (1K)

¥58,000

/month

Avg. Rent (2LDK)

¥105,000

/month

Land Price Trend

+2.8%

YoY change

Vacant House Rate

10.5%

Below national avg (13.6%)

Demographics

Population Trend

→ Stable

+0.1% YoY

Foreign Residents

250,000

+11.5% growth

Top Nationalities

1.Chinese2.Vietnamese3.Korean

Key Metrics at a Glance

GDP¥37.6T
GDP Growth+1.6%
Average Income400\u4E07\u5186
Land Price Change+2.8%
Vacant Houses10.5%
Foreign Residents250,000
Startup Rate5.0%

Sources: Cabinet Office (GDP), Ministry of Internal Affairs (population), Immigration Services Agency (foreign residents), MLIT (land prices, housing survey), National Tax Agency (income). Data from 2022-2024 publications.

International Schools in Kanagawa

4

Annual tuition fees for international schools in Kanagawa, sorted from most affordable to highest. Fees are approximate and may vary by grade level; check each school's website for current rates.

¥800,000 - ¥1,200,000

per year

IBPreK-9
Chinese/English/Japanese

Trilingual education. Located in Yokohama Chinatown area. Affordable bilingual option.

¥1,700,000 - ¥2,200,000

per year

IBPreK-12
English|IBOCIS

Full IB World School. Spacious campus. Known for inclusive education approach.

¥1,900,000 - ¥2,500,000

per year

IBMontessoriMontessori-12
English|IBOCISWASC

Founded 1872. One of Japan's oldest international schools. Montessori preschool + IB DP.

¥2,200,000 - ¥2,800,000

per year

IBPreK-12
English|IBOWASCCIS

Full IB World School. Beautiful campus in Yamate area. Founded 1924. Strong arts and athletics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Kanagawa?

The estimated monthly cost of living in Kanagawa for a single person is approximately ¥352,243 (≈ $2,348 USD). This includes rent, food, utilities, transportation, and other daily expenses based on government survey data.

What are specific item prices in Kanagawa?

The Price Details section below shows individual item prices in Kanagawa, grouped by category (food, housing, utilities, etc.). You can see exactly how much everyday items like rice, eggs, milk, and transit passes cost, sourced directly from Japan's e-Stat government data.

Is Kanagawa expensive compared to other prefectures?

Kanagawa is approximately 9% cheaper than the national average, making it one of the more affordable prefectures in Japan.