Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Tainan City?
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 Tainan City or Yakushima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Tainan City and Yakushima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Tainan City or Yakushima?
Tainan City
The oldest city in Taiwan, Tainan was once the nation's capital during imperial times and is today famous for its temples and historic buildings which speak to this distant past. Additionally Tainan has become known for its lively night markets and fantastic snack foods available from a large concentrate of street vendors located throughout the city.
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 Tours for Seniors to Taiwan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Taiwan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Tainan City Prices
Taiwan PricesYakushima Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTainan City $149Yakushima $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Tainan City is $149, 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 Tainan City and Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTainan City $64Yakushima $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTainan City $128Yakushima $122
Compare Hotels in Tainan City and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Tainan City 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.
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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: Tainan City Hotel Prices and Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tainan City $20Yakushima $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Tainan City or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima and Tainan City 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 dayTainan City $72Yakushima $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tainan City $11Yakushima $21
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 dayTainan City $6.14Yakushima $6.61
When comparing the travel costs between Tainan City and Yakushima, we can see that Tainan City 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 Tainan City Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
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.