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Kawaguchi vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 402 km apart

Kawaguchi

Japan

¥151,309 ($976)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

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 Kawaguchi · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kawaguchi cheaper than Ōsaka?

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

How far is Kawaguchi from Ōsaka?

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

Which city has better salaries, Kawaguchi or Ōsaka?

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