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Nagoya vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 139 km apart

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Nagoya is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nagoya runs about $1,200 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — a difference of roughly 0%.

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 Nagoya · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nagoya cheaper than Ōsaka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,200 per month in Nagoya versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — about 0% less.

How far is Nagoya from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Nagoya and Ōsaka is approximately 139 km (86 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Nagoya or Ōsaka?

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