The cost of a Japan Rail pass is 425 us$ for 14 days Ordinary JR pass (The green is first class and cost 600 us$). This sounds pretty expensive, but it is “only” 30 us$ a day and you can ride unlimited. read more
Japan is not as expensive as you think! But this is a really common myth about Japan. While it may be more expensive than places like China and Thailand, it’s generally cheaper than places like Singapore, the UK, Australia, and Scandinavia! read more
Airfare from the US to Japan is expensive. As for hotels, except for Tokyo, you can get a clean and comfortable hotel room for 1 person with breakfast at the Toyoko Inn chain (join their Club for free nights) or Comfort Hotel chain for about $45. In Tokyo, plan on $63. read more