Norwegian Woman Shocked by Japan's Low Prices, Finds 4,000 Yen Items Affordable

A Norwegian woman visiting Japan was shocked by the low prices, saying items costing at least 4,000 yen in her home country felt "very affordable" there. She highlighted the significant price difference due to the weak yen. The woman, from one of the world's most expensive countries, noticed Japan's high cost-performance ratio. Her experience reflects a growing trend among foreign tourists who are surprised by how far their money goes in Japan. This comes amid a continued depreciation of the yen, which has made Japan a more attractive and budget-friendly destination for international visitors. The price gap is particularly noticeable for goods and services that are much pricier in Norway.