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Shibuya-ku vs Tokyo

Japan vs Japan · 5 km apart

Shibuya-ku

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shibuya-ku cheaper than Tokyo?

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

How far is Shibuya-ku from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Shibuya-ku and Tokyo is approximately 5 km (3 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Shibuya-ku or Tokyo?

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