Cost of Living & Prices:
Canada vs. Japan
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Canada vs. Japan - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.24 times more for grocery shopping in Canada than in Japan.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.38 USD in Canada and 6.27 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 46.1% lower in Canada.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.15 USD in Canada and 2.84 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 59.5% lower in Canada.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 12.76 USD in Canada and 20.05 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 36.4% lower in Canada.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 11.36 USD in Canada and 7.67 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 32.5% lower in Japan.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 11.1 USD in Canada and 7.13 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 35.8% lower in Japan.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 12 USD in Canada and 3.84 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 68% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.16 USD in Canada and 1.87 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 13.4% lower in Japan.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.03 USD for 12 eggs in Canada and 1.67 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 44.9% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.56 USD in Canada and 2.49 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 2.7% lower in Japan.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 28.14 USD in Canada and 11.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 58.9% lower in Japan.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 2.31 USD in Canada and 1.2 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 48.1% lower in Japan.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.37 USD in Canada and 1.33 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 43.9% lower in Japan.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 10.84 USD in Canada and 12.03 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 9.9% lower in Canada.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 2.51 USD in Canada and 1.23 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 51% lower in Japan.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.48 USD in Canada and 3.3 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 24.8% lower in Canada.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 3.11 USD in Canada and 5.85 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 46.8% lower in Canada.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.48 USD in Canada and 3.86 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 35.8% lower in Canada.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.85 USD in Canada and 2.8 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 1.8% lower in Japan.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 20.66 USD in Canada and 12.78 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 38.1% lower in Japan.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.51 USD in Canada and 4.05 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 13.3% lower in Canada.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 1.56 USD in Canada and 0.84 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 46.2% lower in Japan.
Restaurant
Canada vs. Japan - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.05 times more for meals in restaurants in Canada than in Japan.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.4 USD in Canada and 2.98 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 12.4% lower in Japan.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 1.86 USD in Canada and 1.07 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 42.5% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 5.57 USD in Canada and 3.52 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 36.8% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 6.26 USD in Canada and 4.47 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 28.6% lower in Japan.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 9.04 USD in Canada and 4.47 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 50.6% lower in Japan.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 83.48 USD in Canada and 38.35 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 54.1% lower in Japan.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 16 USD in Canada and 6.39 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 60.1% lower in Japan.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 1.48 USD in Canada and 0.76 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 48.6% lower in Japan.
Fuel
Canada vs. Japan - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.1 times more for fuel in Canada than in Japan.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.19 USD in Canada and 1.04 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 12.6% lower in Japan.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.26 USD in Canada and 1.18 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 6.3% lower in Japan.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Canada vs. Japan - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.48 times more for transportation in Canada than in Japan.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 108.52 USD in Canada and 63.92 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 41.1% lower in Japan.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.26 USD in Canada and 1.28 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 43.4% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 21.56 USD in Canada and 21.66 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 0.5% lower in Canada.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.22 USD in Canada and 2.68 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 54.5% lower in Canada.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 3.11 USD in Canada and 3.07 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 1.3% lower in Japan.
Sports & entertainment
Canada vs. Japan - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 10.43 USD in Canada and 11.51 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 9.4% lower in Canada.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 43.69 USD in Canada and 59.42 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 26.5% lower in Canada.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.54 USD in Canada and 19.18 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 13.8% lower in Canada.
Flats for rent
Canada vs. Japan - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.66 times more for renting an apartment in Canada than in Japan.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1690 USD in Canada and 962.9 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 43% lower in Japan.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1419 USD in Canada and 556.13 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 60.8% lower in Japan.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2701 USD in Canada and 2135 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 21% lower in Japan.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2199 USD in Canada and 1176 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 46.5% lower in Japan.
Flats for sale
Canada vs. Japan - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.28 times more for buying an apartment in Canada than in Japan.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 8875 USD in Canada and 7587 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 14.5% lower in Japan.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 6961 USD in Canada and 4808 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 30.9% lower in Japan.
Salary
Canada vs. Japan - average salary. The average salary in Canada is 1.24 times higher than in Japan.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2941 USD in Canada and 2364 USD in Japan. The average salary is 19.6% lower in Japan.
Hotels
Canada vs. Japan - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Canada: 20 cities, 1032 hotels • Japan: 17 cities, 1002 hotels