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Kyōto vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 105 km apart

Kyōto

Japan

¥163,834 ($1,057)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Kyōto	Nagoya	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.92	$11.14	Kyōto
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$39.67	$44.54	Kyōto
Cappuccino	$2.98	$3.34	Kyōto
Monthly groceries (single person)	$225	$252	Kyōto
Monthly public transport pass	$36.37	$40.83	Kyōto
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$95.87	$108	Kyōto
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$27.77	$31.18	Kyōto
Fitness club membership	$27.77	$31.18	Kyōto
Cinema ticket	$7.27	$8.17	Kyōto
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$569	$658	Kyōto
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$396	$457	Kyōto
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,187	$1,372	Kyōto
Total single-person budget	$1,057	$1,200	Kyōto
Average net salary	$2,850	$3,200

Verdict

Kyōto is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kyōto runs about $1,057 versus $1,200 in Nagoya — a difference of roughly 14%.

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 Kyōto · Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyōto cheaper than Nagoya?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,057 per month in Kyōto versus $1,200 in Nagoya — about 14% less.

How far is Kyōto from Nagoya?

The straight-line distance between Kyōto and Nagoya is approximately 105 km (65 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Kyōto or Nagoya?

The estimated average net salary is $2,850 in Kyōto and $3,200 in Nagoya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,793 in Kyōto versus $2,000 in Nagoya per month.