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Fujisawa vs Tokyo

Japan vs Japan · 45 km apart

Fujisawa

Japan

¥151,309 ($976)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Fujisawa	Tokyo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.22	$11.31	Fujisawa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$36.89	$45.24	Fujisawa
Cappuccino	$2.77	$3.39	Fujisawa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$209	$256	Fujisawa
Monthly public transport pass	$33.81	$41.47	Fujisawa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$89.15	$109	Fujisawa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$25.82	$31.67	Fujisawa
Fitness club membership	$25.82	$31.67	Fujisawa
Cinema ticket	$6.76	$8.29	Fujisawa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$519	$670	Fujisawa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$361	$466	Fujisawa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,084	$1,399	Fujisawa
Total single-person budget	$976	$1,220	Fujisawa
Average net salary	$2,650	$3,250

Verdict

Fujisawa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Fujisawa runs about $976 versus $1,220 in Tokyo — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Tokyo leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Fujisawa · Full cost of living in Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fujisawa cheaper than Tokyo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $976 per month in Fujisawa versus $1,220 in Tokyo — about 25% less.

How far is Fujisawa from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Fujisawa and Tokyo is approximately 45 km (28 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Fujisawa or Tokyo?

The estimated average net salary is $2,650 in Fujisawa and $3,250 in Tokyo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,674 in Fujisawa versus $2,030 in Tokyo per month.