Nagoya, Japan, Japan — cost of living
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Nagoya, Japan

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About Nagoya, Japan

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$842
Family of 4 / mo
$2,138
Avg salary (after tax)
$3,193

Nagoya is a vibrant city located in Japan , known for its rich history and modern charm. It is the fourth largest city in the country and serves as a major industrial and cultural center. One of the most famous landmarks in Nagoya is Nagoya Castle, which features beautiful gardens and stunning architecture.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $41.72
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $77.21
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $61.24
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $170.42

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.01
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,404

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.66
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.26
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.33
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.94
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.14

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $8.52
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $7.24
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $42.6

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.07
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.65
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.54
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $6.36
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.28
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.37
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $7.88
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.55
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $22.1
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $11.18
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $23.11
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $6.74
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $3.55
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $5.67
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $3.99
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $3.04
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $2.03

Housing

  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $4,565
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $4,793
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $464.39
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $267.13
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,443
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $625.75

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $119.83
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $33.73
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $19.17
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $940.84
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $19,172

Transportation

  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $2.45
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $31,953
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $31.95
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $7.71
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $5.07
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $106.51
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $26,628

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $44.2
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $224.5

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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