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Matsumoto vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 152 km apart

Matsumoto

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

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 Matsumoto · Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matsumoto cheaper than Nagoya?

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

How far is Matsumoto from Nagoya?

The straight-line distance between Matsumoto and Nagoya is approximately 152 km (94 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Matsumoto or Nagoya?

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