iGotTripTokyo Budget vs Standard vs Comfortable
Should you go budget, standard, or comfortable for your 5-day Tokyo trip? Here's a side-by-side comparison for 2 travelers — total cost, per-person, and where each style spends differently.
Style Comparison at a Glance
¥234,300
¥117,150 per person
¥46,860 per day
Capsule hotels, street food, free attractions. Best for backpackers and value hunters.
¥445,500
¥222,750 per person
¥89,100 per day
Business hotels, sit-down meals, paid attractions. The balanced default for most travelers.
¥931,500
¥465,750 per person
¥186,300 per day
4-star hotels, fine dining, taxis for convenience. Best for special occasions.
Full Comparison Table
| Metric | Budget | Standard | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | ¥234,300 | ¥445,500 | ¥931,500 |
| Per person | ¥117,150 | ¥222,750 | ¥465,750 |
| Per day | ¥46,860 | ¥89,100 | ¥186,300 |
| Buffer (10%) | ¥21,300 | ¥40,500 | ¥121,500 |
Based on a 5-day Tokyo trip for 2 travelers. All amounts in JPY.
Category Breakdown by Style
| Category | Budget | Standard | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | ¥105,000 | ¥180,000 | ¥360,000 |
| Accommodation | ¥27,000 | ¥60,000 | ¥120,000 |
| Food | ¥37,500 | ¥75,000 | ¥150,000 |
| Transport | ¥9,000 | ¥22,500 | ¥45,000 |
| Activities | ¥22,500 | ¥45,000 | ¥90,000 |
| Cafe | ¥12,000 | ¥22,500 | ¥45,000 |
| Shopping | ¥0 | ¥0 | ¥0 |
| Buffer | ¥21,300 | ¥40,500 | ¥121,500 |
The biggest swings between styles are typically accommodation and food — flights stay roughly the same.
Which Style Is Right for You?
Choose Budget if…
- You'd rather spend on experiences than a fancy room.
- You're comfortable with capsule hotels or hostels.
- Street food and convenience-store meals sound great.
- You're a backpacker, student, or value-maximizer.
Choose Standard if…
- You want a clean private room near transit.
- Sit-down meals matter, but fine dining doesn't.
- You'll visit paid attractions and museums.
- This is a normal vacation, not a once-in-a-lifetime splurge.
Choose Comfortable if…
- You want a 4-star hotel in a prime location.
- Fine dining and reservations are part of the fun.
- Taxis beat navigating transit with luggage or kids.
- It's a honeymoon, anniversary, or special occasion.
Tip: you don't have to pick one style for everything. Open the calculator, start from standard, then nudge individual categories up or down.
Open in Calculator →Tokyo Travel Style FAQ
Is this budget accurate?
It's a reference estimate based on typical category prices by travel style. Actual costs vary with season, exchange rate, and personal habits. Use it as a starting point and edit any line.
How is the budget calculated?
We multiply per-night accommodation by (days - 1), per-day categories by total days, and flight by travelers. A buffer percentage is added as a separate category.
Are flights included?
Yes — a preset round-trip flight per person is included. You can edit the amount to match your actual booking.
Is my data stored when I share?
No server storage. The budget is encoded into the URL hash. Anyone with the link sees the same numbers. Don't enter personal information.
Can I export to Excel?
Yes. Click the Excel button to download a .xlsx file with summary and category breakdown.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, the planner is mobile-first and works in any modern mobile browser.
Do I need to log in?
No login required. The tool runs entirely in your browser.
How much does a Tokyo trip cost?
A 5-day standard-style Tokyo trip for 2 runs about ¥445,500 total (¥222,750 per person). Staying in business hotels near major stations saves 20-30%.
Do I need a JR Pass for Tokyo?
For Tokyo-only travel, a Suica/PASMO IC card is usually more cost-effective than a national JR Pass. The JR Pass pays off if you take long-distance shinkansen trips.
Is cash or card better in Tokyo?
Both work, but cash is still preferred at small restaurants and shrines. Withdraw yen from ATMs at 7-Eleven or FamilyMart for the best rates.
What's the biggest expense in Tokyo?
Flights are typically the largest single cost (about ¥180,000 for two travelers), followed by accommodation (¥60,000 for 4 nights) and food (¥37,500). Staying in business hotels near major stations offers the best value.
What's the difference between budget and standard in Tokyo?
Budget (~¥445,500 for 5 days, 2 people) uses capsule hotels, konbini breakfasts, and IC card transit. Standard (~¥445,500) adds business hotels, sit-down meals, and paid attractions. The main difference is accommodation and food quality.
Is comfortable style worth it in Tokyo?
Comfortable (~¥835,800) gets you 4-star hotels near major stations, kaiseki dinners, and taxi rides for rain/luggage days. Worth it for special occasions; overkill for casual sightseeing.
Can I mix styles per category?
Yes — open the calculator, pick 'standard' as your base, then manually adjust individual categories. Many travelers choose budget accommodation + comfortable food.