Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Osaka?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Yakushima, 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.
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, and The Best Cultural Tours in Japan.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $109, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $140. 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 Osaka and Yakushima in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka 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 Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima than you might in Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Osaka Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Yakushima. Many visitors come to Osaka in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Osaka is generally around the same temperature as Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 28°C (82°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Osaka receives a lot of rain in the summer. Osaka usually gets less rain in July than Yakushima. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Yakushima and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Osaka for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Osaka is cooler than Yakushima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Yakushima fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. It's quite rainy in Osaka. In October, Osaka usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Yakushima and Osaka during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Osaka because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Osaka is much colder than Yakushima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Osaka in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Yakushima averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Osaka usually gets less rain in January than Yakushima. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Yakushima. The activities around the city are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
In April, Osaka is generally cooler than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 15°C (59°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the spring. Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Osaka usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Osaka | Yakushima | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |