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Kanazawa vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 155 km apart

Kanazawa

Japan

¥151,309 ($976)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Kanazawa	Nagoya	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.22	$11.14	Kanazawa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$36.89	$44.54	Kanazawa
Cappuccino	$2.77	$3.34	Kanazawa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$209	$252	Kanazawa
Monthly public transport pass	$33.81	$40.83	Kanazawa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$89.15	$108	Kanazawa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$25.82	$31.18	Kanazawa
Fitness club membership	$25.82	$31.18	Kanazawa
Cinema ticket	$6.76	$8.17	Kanazawa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$519	$658	Kanazawa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$361	$457	Kanazawa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,084	$1,372	Kanazawa
Total single-person budget	$976	$1,200	Kanazawa
Average net salary	$2,650	$3,200

Verdict

Kanazawa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kanazawa runs about $976 versus $1,200 in Nagoya — a difference of roughly 23%.

Salary-adjusted, Nagoya 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 Kanazawa · Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kanazawa cheaper than Nagoya?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $976 per month in Kanazawa versus $1,200 in Nagoya — about 23% less.

How far is Kanazawa from Nagoya?

The straight-line distance between Kanazawa and Nagoya is approximately 155 km (96 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Kanazawa or Nagoya?

The estimated average net salary is $2,650 in Kanazawa and $3,200 in Nagoya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,674 in Kanazawa versus $2,000 in Nagoya per month.