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Kumamoto vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 630 km apart

Kumamoto

Japan

¥151,309 ($976)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Kumamoto is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kumamoto 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 Kumamoto · Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kumamoto cheaper than Nagoya?

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

How far is Kumamoto from Nagoya?

The straight-line distance between Kumamoto and Nagoya is approximately 630 km (391 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Kumamoto or Nagoya?

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