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Hanyū vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 402 km apart

Hanyū

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Hanyū	Ōsaka	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.70	$11.14	Hanyū
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$34.80	$44.54	Hanyū
Cappuccino	$2.61	$3.34	Hanyū
Monthly groceries (single person)	$197	$252	Hanyū
Monthly public transport pass	$31.90	$40.83	Hanyū
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$84.10	$108	Hanyū
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$24.36	$31.18	Hanyū
Fitness club membership	$24.36	$31.18	Hanyū
Cinema ticket	$6.38	$8.17	Hanyū
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$483	$658	Hanyū
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$336	$457	Hanyū
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,008	$1,372	Hanyū
Total single-person budget	$916	$1,200	Hanyū
Average net salary	$2,500	$3,200

Verdict

Hanyū is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Hanyū runs about $916 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — a difference of roughly 31%.

Salary-adjusted, Ōsaka 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 Hanyū · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hanyū cheaper than Ōsaka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Hanyū versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — about 31% less.

How far is Hanyū from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Hanyū and Ōsaka is approximately 402 km (250 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Hanyū or Ōsaka?

The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Hanyū and $3,200 in Ōsaka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Hanyū versus $2,000 in Ōsaka per month.