Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Shenzhen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Shenzhen or Yakushima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Shenzhen and Yakushima 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: Shenzhen or Yakushima?
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
Yakushima
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 Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShenzhen $140Yakushima $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Shenzhen is $140, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $141. 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 Shenzhen and Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShenzhen $91Yakushima $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShenzhen $182Yakushima $122
Compare Hotels in Shenzhen and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Shenzhen or Yakushima? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Shenzhen $15Yakushima $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers to/from Bao'an Airport(SZX): $20
- shenzhen airport private transfer: $31
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- A One-Way Disneyland Pick-Up Transfer to Hong Kong Hotel: $33
- Private Transfer in Shenzhen with English Service: $35
- A One-Way Hotel Pick-Up Transfer to Hong Kong Disneyland: $36
- Shenzhen Private Transfer and Ongoing Travel Assistance: $39
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong - Arrival Private Transfer: $45
- Private Departure Transfer from Hong Kong to Hong Kong Airport: $45
- Private Transfer - Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Kai Tak Cruise Port: $47
- Private Transfer - Kai Tak Cruise Port to Hong Kong Airport (HKG): $47
- Shenzhen Bao'an Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Shenzhen or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima and Shenzhen 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 dayShenzhen $35Yakushima $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more: $53
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $98
- Explore Hong Kong: Mid-Autumn Festival Food Tour: $103
- Discover Hong Kong’s Hidden Eats on a Tin Hau Food Tour: $109
- Small-Group Hong Kong Island Food Tour: $116
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $146
- Private Food Tour in Hong Kong: $148
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $149
- The 10 Tastings of Hong Kong With Locals: Private Street Food Tour : $176
- Hong Kong Private & Personalized Food Tour with a Local: $177
- Asian Favorites Cooking Class in Hong Kong (4-Course Meal): $184
- Hong Kong Style Noodles Cooking Class (Includes 4-Course Meal): $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shenzhen $17Yakushima $21
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Introduction to Hong Kong: Central Tip Based Walking Tour: $2.64
- Day in the life of a Hong Konger: Kowloon Tip Based Walking Tour: $2.64
- Between Two Systems: Hong Kong's Living History Tip Based Tour: $2.64
- Hong kong City Tour w/ Entry Fees & Lunch (2024) | 150+ booked: $2.64
- Hong Kong Observation Wheel Ticket: $5.45
- Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket: $10
- Hong Kong Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428 Tickets (Optional): $13
- Monopoly Dreams Hong Kong Entry Ticket: $13
- Hong Kong Airport Express Train Tickets(Avoid Heavy Traffic): $15
- Hong Kong Airport Express E-Ticket : $15
- The Victoria Peak Tram Ticket | Hong Kong: $15
- Hong Kong Palace Museum Ticket: $17
Tours and Activities in Yakushima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yakushima are as follows:
- Private Guided Tour: $336
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShenzhen $19Yakushima $6.61
Sample the Local Flavors in Shenzhen
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Shenzhen:
- Hong Kong Pub Crawl at Lan Kwai Fong (LKF): $46
When comparing the travel costs between Shenzhen and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shenzhen Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Shenzhen or Yakushima?
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 Shenzhen or Yakushima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Shenzhen as well as Yakushima.
In July, Shenzhen is generally around the same temperature as Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 30°C (85°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the summer. Shenzhen usually gets more rain in July than Yakushima. Shenzhen gets 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyShenzhen 30°C (85°F)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Yakushima in the Autumn?
Both Yakushima and Shenzhen are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Shenzhen is a little warmer than Yakushima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 26°C (78°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 Shenzhen. In October, Shenzhen usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Shenzhen gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberShenzhen 26°C (78°F)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Yakushima in the Winter?
Both Yakushima and Shenzhen during the winter are popular places to visit.
In the winter, Shenzhen is a little warmer than Yakushima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Shenzhen in January average around 16°C (60°F), and Yakushima averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Shenzhen usually gets less rain in January than Yakushima. Shenzhen gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryShenzhen 16°C (60°F)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Yakushima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Shenzhen and Yakushima.
In April, Shenzhen is generally a little warmer than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 23°C (73°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the spring. Shenzhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Shenzhen usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Shenzhen gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilShenzhen 23°C (73°F)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Shenzhen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
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