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Sō vs Tokyo

Japan vs Japan · 924 km apart

Sō

Japan

¥131,171 ($846)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Sō	Tokyo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.09	$11.31	Sō
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$32.36	$45.24	Sō
Cappuccino	$2.43	$3.39	Sō
Monthly groceries (single person)	$183	$256	Sō
Monthly public transport pass	$29.67	$41.47	Sō
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$78.21	$109	Sō
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$22.65	$31.67	Sō
Fitness club membership	$22.65	$31.67	Sō
Cinema ticket	$5.93	$8.29	Sō
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$441	$670	Sō
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$307	$466	Sō
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$921	$1,399	Sō
Total single-person budget	$846	$1,220	Sō
Average net salary	$2,325	$3,250

Verdict

Sō is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sō runs about $846 versus $1,220 in Tokyo — a difference of roughly 44%.

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 Sō · Full cost of living in Tokyo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sō cheaper than Tokyo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $846 per month in Sō versus $1,220 in Tokyo — about 44% less.

How far is Sō from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Sō and Tokyo is approximately 924 km (574 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Sō or Tokyo?

The estimated average net salary is $2,325 in Sō and $3,250 in Tokyo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,479 in Sō versus $2,030 in Tokyo per month.