Education Cost Simulator

Education costs in Japan range from approximately 9 million yen (all public) to over 23 million yen (all private) from kindergarten through university. This tool uses the latest MEXT Learning Cost Survey data (FY2023, published December 2024) to calculate education expenses by selecting public or private for each stage: kindergarten, elementary, junior high, high school, and university. Figures include tuition, school fees, and extracurricular costs such as tutoring, correspondence courses, and lessons, helping you plan your family's education savings strategy effectively.