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Otaru vs Tokyo

Japan vs Japan · 841 km apart

Otaru

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Otaru is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Otaru 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 Otaru · Full cost of living in Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otaru cheaper than Tokyo?

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

How far is Otaru from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Otaru and Tokyo is approximately 841 km (523 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Otaru or Tokyo?

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