Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Hongcun?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hongcun or Nagoya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hongcun and Nagoya can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hongcun or Nagoya?
Hongcun
When you picture ancient China, you likely picture old cobblestone streets, white homes with pointed black roofs and a slight air of mysticism in the surroundings. This is Hongcun.
The backdrop for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is not usually on the top of many traveler's lists. This isn't a bustling tourist town with guides offering to show you the sights or carts peddling the latest tacky souvenir. It's a quiet village where you'll see the real Chinese culture. The homes along the complex water canals air their fish in their windows to preserve it for their family dinners. There is no bowing to tourism here.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHongcun $52Nagoya $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Hongcun is $52, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $89. 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 Hongcun and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHongcun $23Nagoya $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHongcun $46Nagoya $92
Compare Hotels in Hongcun and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Hongcun or Nagoya? 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: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hongcun $12Nagoya $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $59
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $66
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $66
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $94
- Private Transfer from Nagoya city hotels to Kanazawa Cruise Port : $131
- Chubu Itn Airport to/from Nagoya City private transfer: $136
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Kanazawa Cruise Port: $144
- Chubu Airport (NGO) to/from Nagoya Private Transfer: $157
- Nagoya airport to/from LEGOLAND Private transfer: $187
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Suzuka Circuit: $276
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $283
- Chubu Airport (NGO) to/from Kyoto Private Transfer: $441
Is it cheaper to fly into Hongcun or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Hongcun 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 dayHongcun $19Nagoya $27
Typical Food Prices in Hongcun
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hongcun are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.83
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Breakfast of Dumplings$2.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Grandma’s Traditional Cooking Class: $65
- Nagoya Special Food Tour: $66
- Market Tour and Authentic Nagoya Cuisine Cooking Class With a Local in Her Home: $92
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $174
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hongcun $17Nagoya $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hongcun
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hongcun are as follows:
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Two Entrance Tickets$29
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shirakawa-go from Nagoya One Day Bus ticket Oneway/Roundway: $22
- Shirakawa-go From Nagoya One day Bus Self-guided Tour: $23
- Hida Takayama from Nagoya Bus ticket Oneway/Raundway: $25
- Shirakawa-go from nagoya 1D Bus ticket with Hida Beef Lunch: $49
- Tie-Dye Activity and Traditional Town Walking Tour in NAGOYA: $52
- From Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour: $60
- From Ise Grand Shrine Day Tour: $60
- Private Tea Ceremony Experience in a Shopping Arcade Tea Room: $65
- Private Tour to Famous Places in Nagoya: $71
- Customized Private Tour: $72
- Mitsui Outlet Park, Light-Up Festival, & Onsen Tour: $76
- Hida Takayama & World Heritage Shirakawa-go Day Tour: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHongcun $14Nagoya $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- Pub Crawl in Nagoya: $38
- Restaurant and Bar Crawl in Nagoya Japan: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hongcun and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Hongcun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hongcun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hongcun 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya than you might in Hongcun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hongcun Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hongcun or Nagoya?
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.
Should I visit Hongcun or Nagoya in the Summer?
Both Nagoya and Hongcun during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Nagoya in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Hongcun is around the same temperature as Nagoya in the summer. The daily temperature in Hongcun averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Nagoya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hongcun. Hongcun usually gets less rain in July than Nagoya. Hongcun gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHongcun 29°C (85°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Hongcun or Nagoya in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hongcun and Nagoya. Furthermore, most visitors come to Nagoya for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Hongcun is around the same temperature as Nagoya. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hongcun in October average around 19°C (65°F), and Nagoya averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Nagoya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Hongcun usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Hongcun gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHongcun 19°C (65°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Hongcun or Nagoya in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hongcun as well as Nagoya. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Nagoya can be very cold. Hongcun can be very cold during winter. In January, Hongcun is generally around the same temperature as Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Hongcun average around 4°C (40°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Hongcun usually gets less rain in January than Nagoya. Hongcun gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHongcun 4°C (40°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Hongcun or Nagoya in the Spring?
Both Nagoya and Hongcun are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
Hongcun is a little warmer than Nagoya in the spring. The daily temperature in Hongcun averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Nagoya fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagoya. It's quite rainy in Hongcun. In April, Hongcun usually receives more rain than Nagoya. Hongcun gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHongcun 17°C (62°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Hongcun
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (51°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 22°C (71°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 235 mm (9.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 121 mm (4.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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.