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Shinagawa-ku vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 398 km apart

Shinagawa-ku

Japan

¥151,309 ($976)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Shinagawa-ku	Ōsaka	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.22	$11.14	Shinagawa-ku
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$36.89	$44.54	Shinagawa-ku
Cappuccino	$2.77	$3.34	Shinagawa-ku
Monthly groceries (single person)	$209	$252	Shinagawa-ku
Monthly public transport pass	$33.81	$40.83	Shinagawa-ku
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$89.15	$108	Shinagawa-ku
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$25.82	$31.18	Shinagawa-ku
Fitness club membership	$25.82	$31.18	Shinagawa-ku
Cinema ticket	$6.76	$8.17	Shinagawa-ku
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$519	$658	Shinagawa-ku
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$361	$457	Shinagawa-ku
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,084	$1,372	Shinagawa-ku
Total single-person budget	$976	$1,200	Shinagawa-ku
Average net salary	$2,650	$3,200

Verdict

Shinagawa-ku is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Shinagawa-ku runs about $976 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — a difference of roughly 23%.

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 Shinagawa-ku · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shinagawa-ku cheaper than Ōsaka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $976 per month in Shinagawa-ku versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — about 23% less.

How far is Shinagawa-ku from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Shinagawa-ku and Ōsaka is approximately 398 km (247 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Shinagawa-ku or Ōsaka?

The estimated average net salary is $2,650 in Shinagawa-ku and $3,200 in Ōsaka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,674 in Shinagawa-ku versus $2,000 in Ōsaka per month.