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Ōsaka vs Tokyo

Japan vs Japan · 402 km apart

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Ōsaka	Tokyo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$11.14	$11.31	Ōsaka
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$44.54	$45.24	Ōsaka
Cappuccino	$3.34	$3.39	Ōsaka
Monthly groceries (single person)	$252	$256	Ōsaka
Monthly public transport pass	$40.83	$41.47	Ōsaka
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$108	$109	Ōsaka
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$31.18	$31.67	Ōsaka
Fitness club membership	$31.18	$31.67	Ōsaka
Cinema ticket	$8.17	$8.29	Ōsaka
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$658	$670	Ōsaka
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$457	$466	Ōsaka
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,372	$1,399	Ōsaka
Total single-person budget	$1,200	$1,220	Ōsaka
Average net salary	$3,200	$3,250

Verdict

Ōsaka is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ōsaka runs about $1,200 versus $1,220 in Tokyo — a difference of roughly 2%.

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 Ōsaka · Full cost of living in Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ōsaka cheaper than Tokyo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,200 per month in Ōsaka versus $1,220 in Tokyo — about 2% less.

How far is Ōsaka from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Ōsaka and Tokyo is approximately 402 km (250 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Ōsaka or Tokyo?

The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in Ōsaka and $3,250 in Tokyo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,000 in Ōsaka versus $2,030 in Tokyo per month.