Money you must show
No fixed national figure
Immigration asks for evidence you can pay tuition and living costs (savings and income certificates of you or your sponsor). In practice your school sets the amount it wants to see: ask it.
Study in Japan (JASSO / Government of Japan), checked 24 Sep 2026
Visa fee
About JPY 15,000 single entry
New fee for applications accepted from 1 July 2026. The amount can differ, or be waived, depending on nationality.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, checked 24 Sep 2026
Work while you study
28 hours a week, up to 8 hours a day in long school holidays
Only after you obtain permission to engage in activity other than that permitted by your status of residence.
Study in Japan, checked 24 Sep 2026
Stay after you graduate
6 months, renewable once, for up to 1 year of job hunting
Designated Activities (job hunting). Graduates of eligible top-ranked universities may use J-Find for up to 2 years.
University of Tokyo, Graduation guidance, checked 24 Sep 2026