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Ōsaka vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 139 km apart

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Ōsaka 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 Ōsaka · Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ōsaka cheaper than Nagoya?

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

How far is Ōsaka from Nagoya?

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

Which city has better salaries, Ōsaka or Nagoya?

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