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Tokyo vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 264 km apart

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Tokyo	Nagoya	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$11.31	$11.14	Nagoya
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$45.24	$44.54	Nagoya
Cappuccino	$3.39	$3.34	Nagoya
Monthly groceries (single person)	$256	$252	Nagoya
Monthly public transport pass	$41.47	$40.83	Nagoya
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$109	$108	Nagoya
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$31.67	$31.18	Nagoya
Fitness club membership	$31.67	$31.18	Nagoya
Cinema ticket	$8.29	$8.17	Nagoya
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$670	$658	Nagoya
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$466	$457	Nagoya
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,399	$1,372	Nagoya
Total single-person budget	$1,220	$1,200	Nagoya
Average net salary	$3,250	$3,200

Verdict

Nagoya is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tokyo runs about $1,220 versus $1,200 in Nagoya — a difference of roughly 2%.

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 Tokyo · Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tokyo cheaper than Nagoya?

No. Tokyo costs an estimated $1,220 per month for a single person, about 2% more than Nagoya at $1,200.

How far is Tokyo from Nagoya?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Nagoya is approximately 264 km (164 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Tokyo or Nagoya?

The estimated average net salary is $3,250 in Tokyo and $3,200 in Nagoya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,030 in Tokyo versus $2,000 in Nagoya per month.