Cost of Living & Prices:
Japan vs. Germany
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
Japan vs. Germany - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.03 times more for grocery shopping in Japan than in Germany.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 4.58 EUR (5.37 USD) in Japan and 2.91 EUR (3.41 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 36.5% lower in Germany.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.19 EUR (2.56 USD) in Japan and 1.79 EUR (2.1 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 18.3% lower in Germany.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 18.87 EUR (22.12 USD) in Japan and 16.43 EUR (19.26 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 12.9% lower in Germany.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 6.97 EUR (8.17 USD) in Japan and 6 EUR (7.03 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 13.9% lower in Germany.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 6.79 EUR (7.96 USD) in Japan and 10.16 EUR (11.91 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 33.2% lower in Japan.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 3.48 EUR (4.08 USD) in Japan and 8.7 EUR (10.2 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 60% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.77 EUR (2.07 USD) in Japan and 1 EUR (1.17 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 43.5% lower in Germany.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 2.02 EUR (2.37 USD) for 12 eggs in Japan and 3.46 EUR (4.06 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 41.6% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.39 EUR (2.8 USD) in Japan and 1.59 EUR (1.86 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 33.5% lower in Germany.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 9.87 EUR (11.57 USD) in Japan and 11.87 EUR (13.91 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 16.8% lower in Japan.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.22 EUR (1.43 USD) in Japan and 1.4 EUR (1.64 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 12.9% lower in Japan.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.33 EUR (1.56 USD) in Japan and 1.78 EUR (2.09 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 25.3% lower in Japan.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 14.44 EUR (16.92 USD) in Japan and 12.65 EUR (14.83 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 12.4% lower in Germany.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.33 EUR (1.56 USD) in Japan and 1.15 EUR (1.35 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 13.5% lower in Germany.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.85 EUR (3.35 USD) in Japan and 1.47 EUR (1.72 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 48.4% lower in Germany.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 5.07 EUR (5.95 USD) in Japan and 2.26 EUR (2.65 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 55.4% lower in Germany.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.79 EUR (3.27 USD) in Japan and 1.74 EUR (2.04 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 37.6% lower in Germany.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 4.57 EUR (5.35 USD) in Japan and 2.78 EUR (3.26 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 39.2% lower in Germany.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 10.9 EUR (12.78 USD) in Japan and 12.88 EUR (15.1 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 15.4% lower in Japan.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 5.07 EUR (5.94 USD) in Japan and 3.32 EUR (3.89 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 34.5% lower in Germany.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.76 EUR (0.89 USD) in Japan and 0.93 EUR (1.09 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 18.3% lower in Japan.
Restaurant
Japan vs. Germany - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.76 times less for meals in restaurants in Japan than in Germany.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.04 EUR (3.56 USD) in Japan and 3.86 EUR (4.53 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 21.2% lower in Japan.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 1.06 EUR (1.24 USD) in Japan and 3.02 EUR (3.54 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 64.9% lower in Japan.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 3.48 EUR (4.08 USD) in Japan and 4.5 EUR (5.28 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 22.7% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 4.65 EUR (5.45 USD) in Japan and 4 EUR (4.69 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 14% lower in Germany.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 4.65 EUR (5.45 USD) in Japan and 11.99 EUR (14.06 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 61.2% 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 40.65 EUR (47.65 USD) in Japan and 70 EUR (82.06 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 41.9% lower in Japan.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 6.97 EUR (8.17 USD) in Japan and 15 EUR (17.58 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 53.5% lower in Japan.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.75 EUR (0.88 USD) in Japan and 2.59 EUR (3.04 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 71% lower in Japan.
Fuel
Japan vs. Germany - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.7 times less for fuel in Japan than in Germany.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 0.91 EUR (1.07 USD) in Japan and 1.61 EUR (1.89 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 43.5% lower in Japan.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.03 EUR (1.21 USD) in Japan and 1.69 EUR (1.98 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 39.1% lower in Japan.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Japan vs. Germany - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.15 times less for transportation in Japan than in Germany.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 63.87 EUR (74.88 USD) in Japan and 59 EUR (69.16 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 7.6% lower in Germany.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 1.28 EUR (1.5 USD) in Japan and 3.5 EUR (4.1 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 63.4% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 22 EUR (25.8 USD) in Japan and 36.75 EUR (43.08 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 40.1% lower in Japan.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 2.9 EUR (3.4 USD) in Japan and 2.3 EUR (2.7 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 20.7% lower in Germany.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 2.9 EUR (3.4 USD) in Japan and 5 EUR (5.86 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 42% lower in Japan.
Sports & entertainment
Japan vs. Germany - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 11.32 EUR (13.27 USD) in Japan and 12.75 EUR (14.95 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 11.2% lower in Japan.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 58.09 EUR (68.1 USD) in Japan and 33.13 EUR (38.84 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 43% lower in Germany.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 17.81 EUR (20.88 USD) in Japan and 24.42 EUR (28.63 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 27.1% lower in Japan.
Flats for rent
Japan vs. Germany - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.36 times less for renting an apartment in Japan than in Germany.
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 935.19 EUR (1096.3 USD) in Japan and 1256 EUR (1472.54 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 25.5% 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 505.32 EUR (592.38 USD) in Japan and 938.38 EUR (1100.04 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 46.1% 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 2058 EUR (2412.84 USD) in Japan and 2363 EUR (2769.94 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 12.9% 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 1111 EUR (1302.86 USD) in Japan and 1689 EUR (1979.69 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 34.2% lower in Japan.
Flats for sale
Japan vs. Germany - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.08 times more for buying an apartment in Japan than in Germany.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 9189 EUR (10771.83 USD) in Japan and 7365 EUR (8633.85 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 19.8% lower in Germany.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 4535 EUR (5316.7 USD) in Japan and 5287 EUR (6197.74 USD) in Germany. The price of this product is 14.2% lower in Japan.
Salary
Japan vs. Germany - average salary. The average salary in Japan is 1.38 times lower than in Germany.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2182 EUR (2557.36 USD) in Japan and 3022 EUR (3542.26 USD) in Germany. The average salary is 27.8% lower in Japan.
Hotels
Japan vs. Germany - 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) • Japan: 17 cities, 1002 hotels • Germany: 20 cities, 588 hotels