Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Deqin or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Deqin and Tokyo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Deqin or Tokyo?
Deqin
Highly influenced by Tibet, Deqin is both a county and a town located in the Hengduanshan Mountains of China's Yunnan province. Most people visit the area as a home base from which to hike into the surrounding mountains, though the temples and traditional villages also add to the allure of the area.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Deqin Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $81Tokyo $177
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $81, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $177. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Deqin and Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $38Tokyo $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $76Tokyo $148
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Tokyo? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $20Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- (HND) Haneda Airport Private Transfer to Central Tokyo: $98
- Airport Shuttle Arrival Transfer : from Haneda Airport to Tokyo City: $62
- Airport Transfer: Haneda Airport and Tokyo 23 wards: $135
- Arrival Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo in Sedan: $287
- Center Tokyo Private One Way Transfer To Narita Airport (License): $137
- DECKS Tokyo Beach & Odaiba 1 Way Door to Door Shared Transfer: $52
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $287
- Departure Transfer from Tokyo City to Haneda Airport HND by van: $180
- Departure Transfer: Tokyo to Narita Airport NRT by Sedan Car: $252
- Experience Private Transfer Between Yokohama and Tokyo: $131
- Guided Glassblowing Workshop with Train Transfer: $274
- Haneda Airport (HND) Private Transfer to Central Tokyo: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo and Deqin change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayDeqin $29Tokyo $62
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.03
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.03
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Meal at Airport$6.56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $20
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $23
- Shinjuku: 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $39
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class: $49
- Weekend Japanese Cooking Demonstration with a Tokyo Mom, Toshiko: $49
- Traditional Matcha Making Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Tokyo: $50
- Tokyo Shinjuku Night Food Tour: $52
- Tokyo Home Cooking: Choose Your Favorite Japanese Dishes: $58
- Tokyo Sushi Making Experience & Japanese Cooking Class: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $14Tokyo $66
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Tsukiji Fish Market Morning Tour Most Fresh Tuna Fish: $3.27
- Experience Japan’s Beloved Morning Exercise – Radio Taiso”!: $5.24
- Podcast Tour Tokyo From Market to Sushi Masterpiece: $5.67
- Tokyo Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- Shinjuku Kabukicho Night Walking Tour: $6.53
- Marunouchi Night Tour: History and Views: $6.55
- Tsukiji Market Early Morning Tour: $6.55
- Nihonbashi ultime Edo local Tour: $6.55
- Cross Roppongi Karaoke Nightclub Ticket (For Foreign): $6.76
- Tokyo Walking Tour 2h15 and 19 audio reviews: $6.95
- Tokyo Fuji Art Museum Admission Ticket + Special Exhibition (when being held): $7.85
- TOKYO Audio Guide Tour in The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace: $7.86
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $12Tokyo $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $33
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $36
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $92
- Mt. Fuji Area Day Tour: Wine Tasting, Shine Muscat & Scenic Views: $98
- Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-: $105
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $105
- Mt. Fuji & Hakushu Distillery Whisky Museum Bus Tour from Tokyo: $105
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $111
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Deqin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Deqin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Deqin and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Deqin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Deqin Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.