Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Islamabad or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Tokyo 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: Islamabad or Tokyo?
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
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 Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $42Tokyo $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, 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 Islamabad and Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Tokyo $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Tokyo $152
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices and Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.68Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Murree Exploration Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Tokyo and Hakuba or Nozawa: $1,137
- Private Transfers between Tokyo and Snow Monkey Park: $821
- Hakuba: Private transfer from/to Tokyo/HND by minibus max 9: $815
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $707
- Haneda airport to/from Naeba city Private Transfer: $650
- From Tokyo:Private tour to Kamakura with Round-way transfer: $599
- Haneda airport to/from Karuizawa Town Private Transfer: $568
- 10-hour Customizable Private Tour with Hotel Transfer: $555
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nikko: $518
- Narita Airport: Private one way transfer by Luxury car/Van: $480
- Haneda Airport to/from Kamakura City Private Transfer: $480
- Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $455
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $15Tokyo $37
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$5.22
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.22
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Meal at Airport$6.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $22
- Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $25
- 2 Hours Japanese Style Pub and Food Tour in Ueno: $32
- 【Contemporary Culture】Food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $38
- 【Contemporary Culture】food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $39
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class! Sushi Making Experience in Tsukiji: $52
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class！ Sushi making class in Tsukiji: $55
- Japanese Traditional Cooking Class: $58
- Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class: $59
- Tokyo Wagyu Culinary Tour Cooking Culture and Tasting: $65
- Small-Group Wagyu Beef and 7 Japanese Dishes Tokyo Cooking Class: $68
- Private Food Tour in Downtown Yanesen and Nezu Shrine: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.48Tokyo $68
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- 5-Hour Private Guided Tour in Islamabad City: $130
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization : $140
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad City Tour : $150
- Islamabad City Tour With Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument & Lunch : $110
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Art Japanese Fan Crafting Experience in Tokyo Asakusa: $23
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $97
- Mt. Fuji Roundtrip Tours From Shinjuku, Japan: $84
- “Your name.” Going on an electric bicycle <Roppongi, Shinanomachi, Shinjuku> A 6-hour tour of a sacred place. (With support car): $133
- "Nippori Fabric Town" Walking Tour: $41
- *Starting / Ending at Your Hotel* 3hr Private E-bike Tour Tokyo: $134
- 1 Day Bus Tour To Mitsumine Shrine From Shinjuku: $88
- 1 Day Tokyo Charter Private Tour with English & Hindi Driver: $347
- 1 Day Tokyo Private Charter Sightseeing Tour with Guide: $484
- 1 Day Tokyo Sightseeing Tour Private Wagon: $474
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $143
- 1 Day private Tour in Hakone with Hakone Freepass & Train Ticket: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Tokyo $33
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$3.91
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $25
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $52
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $78
- barhopping tour&bar crawl in Retro Town Shimokitazawa: $82
- Toshimaya Sake Brewery Tour with Sake Tasting: $88
- Tokyo | 3 Hours Brewery Tour with Sake Sommelier: $101
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $104
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $133
- Private Local Craft Brewery Tour in Tokyo: $150
- Wooden Barrel Sake Brewery Tour and Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $161
- Private Walking Tour with Sake Brewery Visit in Chichibu: $190
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Islamabad or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad 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.
When is the best time to visit Islamabad or Tokyo?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Islamabad or Tokyo in the Summer?
Both Tokyo and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Islamabad can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Islamabad is generally a little warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 32°C (90°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during summer. Islamabad gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIslamabad 32°C (90°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Tokyo in the Autumn?
Both Tokyo and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Islamabad is a little warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 26°C (80°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. In the autumn, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Islamabad gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Tokyo. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIslamabad 26°C (80°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Tokyo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Tokyo. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Islamabad is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Islamabad in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIslamabad 14°C (57°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Tokyo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Tokyo. Additionally, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In April, Islamabad is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 27°C (80°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In the spring, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Islamabad gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIslamabad 27°C (80°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Islamabad
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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