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Kyoto on a Budget (2026)

Updated June 2026 · Real local prices
Quick answer: Kyoto runs about EUR 110 per day mid-range - noticeably less if you eat local and walk. Cheapest window: March–April (cherry blossom) or November (autumn colors).

What things actually cost

convenience store onigiri 1.00 EUR
bowl of ramen 7 EUR
city bus flat fare 1.50 EUR
temple entry 3-6 EUR
matcha latte 3.50 EUR
coin locker at Kyoto Station 3 EUR

Eat well for little

Money mistakes to avoid

Transport without the tourist tax

From Kansai Airport the Haruka express reaches Kyoto Station in about 80 minutes (around 20-25 EUR with the Icoca and Haruka discount). In town use an IC card on buses (flat fare about 1.50 EUR) and the two subway lines; walking plus the occasional bus covers most sights.

Planning the full trip? Start with the 4-day Kyoto itinerary.

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