Which place is cheaper, Dewa Sanzan or Tianjin?
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 Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan?
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
Dewa Sanzan
Dewa Sanzan, Japan is a picturesque city in the Tohoku region which consists solely of the three sacred mountains: Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan, and Mount Yudono. The mountains are considered holy to the Japanese Shinto religion and are a popular pilgrimage site, especially since many ascetic pilgrims live in the mountains and are occasionally spotted throughout the various hiking trails.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan.
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Tianjin Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTianjin $92Dewa Sanzan $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Tianjin is $92, while the average daily cost in Dewa Sanzan is $86. 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 Tianjin and Dewa Sanzan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTianjin $35Dewa Sanzan $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTianjin $70Dewa Sanzan $58
Compare Hotels in Tianjin and Dewa Sanzan
Looking for a hotel in Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan? 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: Dewa Sanzan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tianjin $37Dewa Sanzan $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service <Charter charter>: $13
- Tianjin Railway Station Private Transfer to Cruise Port: $32
- Tianjin Private Transfer to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall: $196
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Railway Station to Cruise Port: $80
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Cruise Port to Railway Station: $80
- Tianjin Private Round-Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $112
- Tianjin Private Round Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Pass and Eastern Qing Tombs: $132
- Tianjin International Cruise Port Private Transfer to City Hotels : $80
- Tianjin Cruise Port to Hotels in Beijing Downtown Shared Transfer: $95
- Tianjin Cruise Port Transfer To Tianjin Airport one way private transfer: $50
- Tianjin Cruise Port Private Transfer to Binhai Railway Station: $32
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan?
Prices for flights to both Dewa Sanzan and Tianjin 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 dayTianjin $36Dewa Sanzan $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tianjin $10Dewa Sanzan $9.56
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- Private Tour to Uncover Tianjin’s Must-Visit Bucket-List Spots : $248
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
- All-inclusive Tianjin Day Tour to Qing Emperor's Tomb & Huangyaguan Great Wall : $278
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Great Wall: $239
- From Beijing: Tianjin Highlights Day Tour by High-Speed Rail: $289
- Huangyaguan Great Wall Layover Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $265
- Private Great Wall Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $248
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- Private Tianjin City Night Tour with Haihe River Cruise: $176
Tours and Activities in Dewa Sanzan
For Dewa Sanzan, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Mount Haguro E-Bike Sightseeing Tour in Yamagata, Japan: $202
- Tsuruoka & Dewa-Sanzan Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTianjin $11Dewa Sanzan $7.53
When comparing the travel costs between Tianjin and Dewa Sanzan, we can see that Tianjin 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 Tianjin Expensive? and Is Dewa Sanzan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan?
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 Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tianjin and Dewa Sanzan. Also, many travelers come to Dewa Sanzan for the hiking.
In the summer, Tianjin is a little warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tianjin in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Dewa Sanzan averages at about 23°C (74°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tianjin usually receives more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan during summer. Tianjin gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Dewa Sanzan receives 124 hours of full sun in the summer.
Dewa Sanzan receives a lot of rain in the summer. Tianjin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Tianjin usually receives around the same amount of rain as Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 191 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTianjin 27°C (80°F)Dewa Sanzan 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tianjin as well as Dewa Sanzan. Also, many visitors come to Dewa Sanzan in the autumn for the hiking trails.
In October, Tianjin is generally a little warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Daily temperatures in Tianjin average around 15°C (58°F), and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. In the autumn, Tianjin often gets more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dewa Sanzan receives 149 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin usually gets less rain in October than Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin gets 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTianjin 15°C (58°F)Dewa Sanzan 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan in the Winter?
Both Dewa Sanzan and Tianjin are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Dewa Sanzan for the museums and the cuisine during these months.
Dewa Sanzan can be very cold during winter. Tianjin can get quite cold in the winter. Tianjin is much colder than Dewa Sanzan in the winter. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Dewa Sanzan fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. Tianjin usually receives more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan during winter. Tianjin gets 201 hours of sunny skies, while Dewa Sanzan receives 149 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Dewa Sanzan. In January, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTianjin -3°C (27°F)Dewa Sanzan -1°C (30°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Dewa Sanzan in the Spring?
Both Dewa Sanzan and Tianjin during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Tianjin is much warmer than Dewa Sanzan. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tianjin in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Dewa Sanzan averages at about 9°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Tianjin. In the spring, Tianjin often gets more sunshine than Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dewa Sanzan receives 188 hours of full sun.
Tianjin usually gets less rain in April than Dewa Sanzan. Tianjin gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Dewa Sanzan receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTianjin 14°C (58°F)Dewa Sanzan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Dewa Sanzan and Tianjin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 151 mm (6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 231 mm (9.1 in) |
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