Cost of Living & Prices:
France 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
France vs. Japan - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.29 times more for grocery shopping in France than in Japan.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.04 EUR (3.25 USD) in France and 5.7 EUR (6.11 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 46.7% lower in France.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.03 EUR (2.17 USD) in France and 2.58 EUR (2.76 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 21.3% lower in France.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 22.24 EUR (23.81 USD) in France and 18.23 EUR (19.51 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 18% lower in Japan.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9 EUR (9.63 USD) in France and 6.97 EUR (7.46 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 22.6% lower in Japan.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.9 EUR (13.81 USD) in France and 6.48 EUR (6.94 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 49.8% lower in Japan.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 10.5 EUR (11.24 USD) in France and 3.49 EUR (3.73 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 66.8% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.06 EUR (2.21 USD) in France and 1.7 EUR (1.82 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 17.5% lower in Japan.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.52 EUR (3.77 USD) for 12 eggs in France and 1.52 EUR (1.63 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 56.8% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.06 EUR (3.28 USD) in France and 2.27 EUR (2.43 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 25.8% lower in Japan.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 16.34 EUR (17.49 USD) in France and 10.81 EUR (11.57 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 33.8% lower in Japan.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.47 EUR (1.57 USD) in France and 1.09 EUR (1.17 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 25.9% lower in Japan.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.96 EUR (2.1 USD) in France and 1.21 EUR (1.29 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 38.3% lower in Japan.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 16.67 EUR (17.85 USD) in France and 10.94 EUR (11.71 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 34.4% lower in Japan.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.15 EUR (1.23 USD) in France and 1.12 EUR (1.2 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 2.6% lower in Japan.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.15 EUR (2.3 USD) in France and 3 EUR (3.21 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 28.3% lower in France.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 2.83 EUR (3.03 USD) in France and 5.32 EUR (5.7 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 46.8% lower in France.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.16 EUR (2.31 USD) in France and 3.51 EUR (3.76 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 38.5% lower in France.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.2 EUR (2.36 USD) in France and 2.55 EUR (2.73 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 13.7% lower in France.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 15.4 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 11.94 EUR (12.78 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 22.5% lower in Japan.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.66 EUR (3.92 USD) in France and 3.68 EUR (3.94 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 0.5% lower in France.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.83 EUR (0.89 USD) in France and 0.77 EUR (0.82 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 7.2% lower in Japan.
Restaurant
France vs. Japan - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.89 times more for meals in restaurants in France than in Japan.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.64 EUR (3.9 USD) in France and 2.71 EUR (2.9 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 25.5% lower in Japan.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.93 EUR (3.14 USD) in France and 0.98 EUR (1.04 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 66.6% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 6.5 EUR (6.96 USD) in France and 3.2 EUR (3.42 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 50.8% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 6 EUR (6.42 USD) in France and 4.07 EUR (4.35 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 32.2% lower in Japan.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 10 EUR (10.71 USD) in France and 4.07 EUR (4.35 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 59.3% 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 60 EUR (64.23 USD) in France and 34.87 EUR (37.32 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 41.9% lower in Japan.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15 EUR (16.06 USD) in France and 5.81 EUR (6.22 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 61.3% lower in Japan.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.42 EUR (2.59 USD) in France and 0.69 EUR (0.74 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 71.5% lower in Japan.
Fuel
France vs. Japan - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.77 times more for fuel in France than in Japan.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.8 EUR (1.92 USD) in France and 0.96 EUR (1.02 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 46.7% lower in Japan.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.81 EUR (1.94 USD) in France and 1.08 EUR (1.16 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 40.3% lower in Japan.
LPG 1L
Transportation
France vs. Japan - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.63 times more for transportation in France than in Japan.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 84 EUR (89.92 USD) in France and 58.11 EUR (62.21 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 30.8% lower in Japan.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2 EUR (2.14 USD) in France and 1.16 EUR (1.24 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 42% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 45 EUR (48.17 USD) in France and 19.69 EUR (21.08 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 56.2% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.65 EUR (1.77 USD) in France and 2.44 EUR (2.61 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 32.4% lower in France.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5 EUR (5.35 USD) in France and 2.79 EUR (2.99 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 44.2% lower in Japan.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. Japan - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 13 EUR (13.92 USD) in France and 10.46 EUR (11.2 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 19.5% lower in Japan.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 36.44 EUR (39.01 USD) in France and 54.02 EUR (57.83 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 32.5% lower in France.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.12 EUR (17.26 USD) in France and 17.43 EUR (18.66 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 7.5% lower in France.
Flats for rent
France vs. Japan - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.6 times more for renting an apartment in France 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 1280 EUR (1369.83 USD) in France and 875.36 EUR (937.09 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 31.6% 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 956.19 EUR (1023.63 USD) in France and 505.57 EUR (541.22 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 47.1% 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 2883 EUR (3085.91 USD) in France and 1941 EUR (2077.5 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 32.7% 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 1908 EUR (2042.82 USD) in France and 1069 EUR (1144.4 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 44% lower in Japan.
Flats for sale
France vs. Japan - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.87 times more for buying an apartment in France 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 12346 EUR (13216.82 USD) in France and 6897 EUR (7383.48 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 44.1% 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 8714 EUR (9328.37 USD) in France and 4371 EUR (4679.52 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 49.8% lower in Japan.
Salary
France vs. Japan - average salary. The average salary in France is 1.24 times higher than in Japan.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2673 EUR (2861.33 USD) in France and 2149 EUR (2301.05 USD) in Japan. The average salary is 19.6% lower in Japan.
Hotels
France vs. Japan - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Jun 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Jun 2024) • France: 20 cities, 1164 hotels • Japan: 20 cities, 1677 hotels