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Okinawa vs Tokyo

Japan vs Japan · 1,539 km apart

Okinawa

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Okinawa	Tokyo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.70	$11.31	Okinawa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$34.80	$45.24	Okinawa
Cappuccino	$2.61	$3.39	Okinawa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$197	$256	Okinawa
Monthly public transport pass	$31.90	$41.47	Okinawa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$84.10	$109	Okinawa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$24.36	$31.67	Okinawa
Fitness club membership	$24.36	$31.67	Okinawa
Cinema ticket	$6.38	$8.29	Okinawa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$483	$670	Okinawa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$336	$466	Okinawa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,008	$1,399	Okinawa
Total single-person budget	$916	$1,220	Okinawa
Average net salary	$2,500	$3,250

Verdict

Okinawa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Okinawa runs about $916 versus $1,220 in Tokyo — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Tokyo 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 Okinawa · Full cost of living in Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Okinawa cheaper than Tokyo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Okinawa versus $1,220 in Tokyo — about 33% less.

How far is Okinawa from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Okinawa and Tokyo is approximately 1,539 km (957 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Okinawa or Tokyo?

The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Okinawa and $3,250 in Tokyo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Okinawa versus $2,030 in Tokyo per month.