Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Yokohama, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Yokohama?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $107Yokohama $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $124. 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 Jerusalem and Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $63Yokohama $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $126Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Yokohama? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.64Yokohama $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.13
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Allenby Bridge to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Private Transfer: $170
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $144
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $59
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $76
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo city hotels: $96
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $107
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT: $114
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $119
- Yokohama Private Transfer: Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport: $119
- Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $119
- Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama(Inc.cruise port) to Tokyo: $142
- Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $148
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $31Yokohama $37
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.65
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Watermelon$3.98
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.65
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Bagels$7.96
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Lunch for 2$14
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Snacks$5.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $162
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.43Yokohama $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$33
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- In The Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour - Dguide Self Guiding App: $7.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
- Independent graffiti tour in Jerusalem at your own time and pace: $22
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Old City Shabbat Experience and Walking Tour: $28
- Guided Walking Tour of the Old City: $30
- Guided Shabbat Experience in Jerusalem: $30
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour : $30
- Old City Highlights Tour: $39
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia Admission Ticket: $6.29
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $7.58
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $20
- Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $22
- Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: $23
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- Tokyo Tower: Privat tour, day or night with local guide: $27
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $32
- 【Carefully selected】Japanese sake tasting experience: $32
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $32
- Walking tour focus on 5 Architecture and history: $35
- Small-Group Souvenirs Hunting Tour in Ginza: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Yokohama $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Jerusalem much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Yokohama is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Jerusalem would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jerusalem 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama than you might in Jerusalem.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Yokohama, 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 Jerusalem or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jerusalem experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Yokohama in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Yokohama. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.
Jerusalem is around the same temperature as Yokohama in the summer. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Yokohama fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
In Jerusalem, it's very sunny this time of the year. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Yokohama during summer. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
Yokohama receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Yokohama 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Yokohama in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Yokohama. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Yokohama for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Jerusalem is around the same temperature as Yokohama. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jerusalem in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Yokohama averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jerusalem this time of the year. In the autumn, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 129 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Yokohama. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Yokohama. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Yokohama 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Yokohama in the Winter?
Both Yokohama and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Yokohama in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Jerusalem is generally a little warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 8°C (46°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Jerusalem usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Yokohama during winter. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives more rain than Yokohama. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Yokohama 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Yokohama in the Spring?
Both Yokohama and Jerusalem during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Yokohama for the activities around the city during these months.
Jerusalem is a little warmer than Yokohama in the spring. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Yokohama fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Jerusalem. In the spring, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 161 hours of full sun.
Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Yokohama. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Yokohama 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Yokohama and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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