Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Tiberias?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tiberias or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tiberias or Tokyo? 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: Tiberias or Tokyo?
Tiberias
Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTiberias $87Tokyo $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $87, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $157. 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 Tiberias and Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTiberias $55Tokyo $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTiberias $110Tokyo $152
Compare Hotels in Tiberias and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Tiberias or Tokyo? 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: Tiberias Hotel Prices and Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tiberias $4.55Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tokyo to Narita Airport: $221
- Airport transfer between Haneda and Tokyo or Disney or Yokohama: $122
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $278
- Departure Transfer from Tokyo City to Haneda Airport HND by van: $76
- From Haneda Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Tokyo City: $88
- From Tokyo:Private tour to Kamakura with Round-way transfer: $599
- Fuji-Q Highland 1-Day Pass with Private Transfer: $239
- Hakuba: Private transfer from/to Tokyo/HND by minibus max 9: $815
- Haneda Airport (HND) Private Transfer to Central Tokyo: $107
- Haneda Airport (HND) to/from Tokyo 23 Ward Private Transfer: $107
- Haneda Airport (HND): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Tokyo: $165
- Haneda Airport (HND): Private Transfer to/from Fuji Area: $407
Is it cheaper to fly into Tiberias or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo and Tiberias 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 dayTiberias $28Tokyo $37
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
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Lunch for Two$5.30
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Pastry$1.86
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.22
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.22
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Meal at Airport$6.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $22
- Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $25
- 2 Hours Japanese Style Pub and Food Tour in Ueno: $32
- 【Contemporary Culture】Food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $38
- 【Contemporary Culture】food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $39
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class! Sushi Making Experience in Tsukiji: $52
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class！ Sushi making class in Tsukiji: $55
- Japanese Traditional Cooking Class: $58
- Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class: $59
- Tokyo Wagyu Culinary Tour Cooking Culture and Tasting: $65
- Small-Group Wagyu Beef and 7 Japanese Dishes Tokyo Cooking Class: $68
- Private Food Tour in Downtown Yanesen and Nezu Shrine: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tiberias $10Tokyo $68
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two Bikes for Day$32
Tours and Activities in Tiberias
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
- Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
- Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Japan: Zen and Tea Ceremony Audio Guided Tour: $3.16
- Asakusa Walking Tour with an Experienced Japanese Comedian: $3.25
- Ancient Orient Museum Admission Ticket: $3.79
- Samurai and Bushido Audio Guided Tour: $4.55
- 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour Subway Ticket: $5.05
- Akihabara Walking Tour with Otaku and Photography: $6.31
- Local Food and Bar Tour in Ginza: $6.32
- Shibuya Sightseeing with an Audio Guide: $6.32
- Ueno: Self-Guided Tour of Ameyoko and Hidden Gems: $6.32
- Audio Guide Tour: Deeper Experience of Shinjuku Sightseeing: $6.32
- Asakusa（Tokyo）: Smartphone Audio Guide Tour: $6.32
- Harajuku: Audio Guide Tour of Takeshita Street: $6.32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTiberias $17Tokyo $33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.91
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $25
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $52
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $78
- barhopping tour&bar crawl in Retro Town Shimokitazawa: $82
- Toshimaya Sake Brewery Tour with Sake Tasting: $88
- Tokyo | 3 Hours Brewery Tour with Sake Sommelier: $101
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $104
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $133
- Private Local Craft Brewery Tour in Tokyo: $150
- Wooden Barrel Sake Brewery Tour and Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $161
- Private Walking Tour with Sake Brewery Visit in Chichibu: $190
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Tiberias much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Tokyo 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 Tiberias would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiberias 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Tiberias.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tiberias Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 210 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Tokyo, 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 Tiberias or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tiberias experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tiberias or Tokyo in the Summer?
Both Tokyo and Tiberias during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In July, Tiberias is generally around the same temperature as Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 28°C (82°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Tiberias. In the summer, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tiberias usually gets less rain in July than Tokyo. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTiberias 28°C (82°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Tiberias or Tokyo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Also, many travelers come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Tiberias is a little warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during autumn. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTiberias 24°C (75°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tiberias or Tokyo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Tokyo. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Tiberias is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tiberias in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In the winter, Tiberias often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tokyo. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun.
Tiberias usually gets less rain in January than Tokyo. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTiberias 14°C (57°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Tiberias or Tokyo in the Spring?
Both Tokyo and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Tokyo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Tiberias is generally a little warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 20°C (68°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during spring. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. In April, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTiberias 20°C (68°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Tiberias
| Tiberias | Tokyo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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