Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Guilin and Tokyo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $67, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $157. 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 Guilin and Tokyo in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guilin Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Guilin. When comparing the sizes of Guilin and Tokyo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Tokyo and Guilin during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Guilin is generally a little warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 30°C (86°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Guilin. Guilin usually gets more rain in July than Tokyo. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Tokyo. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
Guilin is a little warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Guilin usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Tokyo. Also, many travelers come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Guilin is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Guilin in January average around 10°C (49°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
Guilin usually gets more rain in January than Tokyo. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Tokyo and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Guilin is generally a little warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 20°C (68°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. It's quite rainy in Guilin. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Guilin | Tokyo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |