Which place is cheaper, Osaka or Yichang?
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 Yichang or Osaka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yichang or Osaka, 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.
Where Should I go: Yichang or Osaka?
Yichang
Yichang, China is an ancient city situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River in central China. The city is located just below the famed Three Gorges Dam and is a popular ending point for many Yangtze River cruises. Yichang offers beautiful natural scenery and ancient relics from the Three Kingdom Period.
Yichang experiences cool, rainy, winters and hot, humid, summers. Temperatures tend to stay in the 40's Fahrenheit during winter and the 80's in the summer. Spring, Summer, and Autumn are fantastic times to visit, although if you prefer to beat the heat, stay away during late summer!
Osaka
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYichang $74Osaka $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Yichang is $74, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $110. 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 Yichang and Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYichang $25Osaka $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYichang $50Osaka $96
Compare Hotels in Yichang and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Yichang or Osaka? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yichang $14Osaka $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yichang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yichang:
- Yichang Airport Transfer Service, Yichang train station Pick up: $20
- Private transfer from Yichang to Zhangjiajie: $290
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between KIX Airport and Osaka City: $14
- Private Transfer to/from Universal Studios Japan: $42
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Hotels: $45
- Osaka International Airport (ITM) Private Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $46
- Shared Departure Transfer: Osaka City to Osaka Itami Airport: $57
- Osaka : Private One-way Transfers to/from Kansai Airport(KIX): $59
- Kansai Airport（KIX） to or from Osaka Kyoto Private Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer by Sedan from Itami Airport ITM to Osaka City : $65
- Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Osaka hotels to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka to Shin Osaka Station: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Yichang or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka and Yichang 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 dayYichang $38Osaka $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $30
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $34
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $41
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $51
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $54
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $55
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $55
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yichang $18Osaka $21
Tours and Activities in Yichang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yichang are as follows:
- From Yichang to Chongqing: 5-Day Cruise with Meals: $993
- From 5-Day Yangtze River Cruise to Chongqing: $679
- Private Day Tour in Yichang to Sanyou Cave and Sanxia Waterfall : $239
- Yichang - Chongqing Yangtze Miracle Luxury 5D4N Cruise: $720
- Yichang Tourist Center to Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH): $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Shinsaibashi: AMMONA Nightclub Entry Ticket (For Foreign): $6.83
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM Live Show & Nightclub Admission Tickets: $6.88
- Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure: $7.16
- HEP Ferris Wheel Osaka Entry Ticket: $11
- Osaka Castle Entry Ticket: $13
- Osaka Castle Admission Ticket: $13
- Osaka Hidden Gems Tour: Tennoji & Oldest Temple with Audio Guide: $14
- Osaka Oracle GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $14
- Osaka Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory ETicket: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYichang $14Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $24
- Nada Gogo Sake Brewery Tour in Kobe from Osaka: $259
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yichang and Osaka, we can see that Osaka is more expensive. And not only is Yichang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yichang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yichang 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 Osaka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Osaka than you might in Yichang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yichang Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yichang or Osaka?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Yichang. When comparing the sizes of Yichang and Osaka, 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 Yichang or Osaka?
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 Yichang or Osaka in the Summer?
Both Osaka and Yichang during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
In July, Yichang is generally around the same temperature as Osaka. Daily temperatures in Yichang average around 29°C (85°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Yichang. In the summer, Yichang often gets more sunshine than Osaka. Yichang gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 183 hours of full sun.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Yichang. Yichang usually gets more rain in July than Osaka. Yichang gets 229 mm (9 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyYichang 29°C (85°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Yichang or Osaka in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Yichang and Osaka. Also, many travelers come to Osaka for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Yichang is around the same temperature as Osaka in the autumn. The daily temperature in Yichang averages around 20°C (67°F) in October, and Osaka fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Yichang usually receives less sunshine than Osaka during autumn. Yichang gets 134 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 159 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Yichang usually receives less rain than Osaka. Yichang gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberYichang 20°C (67°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Yichang or Osaka in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Yichang as well as Osaka. Also, many visitors come to Osaka in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Yichang is around the same temperature as Osaka. Typically, the winter temperatures in Yichang in January average around 6°C (43°F), and Osaka averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Yichang often gets less sunshine than Osaka. Yichang gets 92 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 140 hours of full sun.
Yichang usually gets less rain in January than Osaka. Yichang gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryYichang 6°C (43°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Yichang or Osaka in the Spring?
Both Osaka and Yichang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Osaka for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Yichang is generally a little warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Yichang average around 18°C (65°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Yichang usually receives less sunshine than Osaka during spring. Yichang gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. In April, Yichang usually receives less rain than Osaka. Yichang gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilYichang 18°C (65°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Yichang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 229 mm (9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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