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Study in Kanazawa
This guide explains student life in Kanazawa, Japan, including an estimated monthly student budget of $600, Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters., Student Visa (Ryugaku) guidance. Explore verified details for Japan below.
Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $600
- Climate
- Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
- Safety score
- 90/100
- English friendliness
- 40%
- Student visa
- Student Visa (Ryugaku)
- Work while studying
- Up to 28 hours per week with special permission (Shikakugai-katsudo kyoka).
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$178
- Food$266
- Transport$33
- Leisure$123
Rent is for asingle room in the Kanazawa University 'HOKUMEI' student dormitory for international students.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Highly affordable university dormitories
- Rich traditional culture and historical sites
- Very safe and peaceful environment for studying
Considerations
- Heavy snowfall during the winter months
- Limited English spoken off-campus compared to Tokyo
- Fewer part-time job opportunities for non-Japanese speakers
Student housing in Kanazawa
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