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Tokyo vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 402 km apart

Tokyo

Japan

¥189,164 ($1,220)

single / month

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Ōsaka is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tokyo runs about $1,220 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — 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 Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tokyo cheaper than Ōsaka?

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

How far is Tokyo from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Ōsaka is approximately 402 km (250 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Tokyo or Ōsaka?

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