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| Expense | Nara | Sapporo | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.22 | $9.92 | Nara |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $36.89 | $39.67 | Nara |
| Cappuccino | $2.77 | $2.98 | Nara |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $209 | $225 | Nara |
| Monthly public transport pass | $33.81 | $36.37 | Nara |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $89.15 | $95.87 | Nara |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $25.82 | $27.77 | Nara |
| Fitness club membership | $25.82 | $27.77 | Nara |
| Cinema ticket | $6.76 | $7.27 | Nara |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $519 | $569 | Nara |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $361 | $396 | Nara |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,084 | $1,187 | Nara |
| Total single-person budget | $976 | $1,057 | Nara |
| Average net salary | $2,650 | $2,850 |
Nara is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nara runs about $976 versus $1,057 in Sapporo — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Sapporo 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 Nara · Full cost of living in Sapporo