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Sendai vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 623 km apart

Sendai

Japan

¥163,834 ($1,057)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Sendai	Ōsaka	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.92	$11.14	Sendai
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$39.67	$44.54	Sendai
Cappuccino	$2.98	$3.34	Sendai
Monthly groceries (single person)	$225	$252	Sendai
Monthly public transport pass	$36.37	$40.83	Sendai
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$95.87	$108	Sendai
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$27.77	$31.18	Sendai
Fitness club membership	$27.77	$31.18	Sendai
Cinema ticket	$7.27	$8.17	Sendai
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$569	$658	Sendai
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$396	$457	Sendai
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,187	$1,372	Sendai
Total single-person budget	$1,057	$1,200	Sendai
Average net salary	$2,850	$3,200

Verdict

Sendai is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sendai runs about $1,057 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — a difference of roughly 14%.

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 Sendai · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sendai cheaper than Ōsaka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,057 per month in Sendai versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — about 14% less.

How far is Sendai from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Sendai and Ōsaka is approximately 623 km (387 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Sendai or Ōsaka?

The estimated average net salary is $2,850 in Sendai and $3,200 in Ōsaka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,793 in Sendai versus $2,000 in Ōsaka per month.