Should you visit Yokohama or Ise?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yokohama or Ise, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
Ise
A coastal city of Japan, Ise is best known for the Ise Shrine, arguably the holiest and most important Shinto site and the reputed home of the Emperor's Sacred Mirror. The shrine dates back to 4 BC and actually consists of two shrines: the inner shrine called Naiku and the outer shrine called Geku.
Which city is cheaper, Ise or Yokohama?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Yokohama is $138, while the average daily cost in Ise is $99. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Yokohama and Ise in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Yokohama is about $154 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
The average price for accommodation for two people in Ise is $92. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Food
Food in Yokohama costs travelers about $41 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
Ise food costs typically run travelers around $27 per day. Eating every meal in a nicer restaurant will drive the cost up, and grabbing fast food or casual meals will help you save money.
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Food
Meals for one day
Yokohama $41
Ise $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
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Lunch or Dinner with Maiko Experience in Kyoto :
$14
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Instagrammable Cooking Class (Miso-balls):
$23
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Yokohama Lunch, Tea, and Dinner Cruise with Royalwings:
$25
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Japanese Rolled Sushi cooking in Tokyo:
$27
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Online character lunch box cooking class:
$27
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Tokyo West Side Walking and Street Food Tour:
$34
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Hakodate's Famous Ikameshi Cooking Class:
$36
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Instagrammable Cooking Class (Casual):
$41
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Okinawa Home Cooking Experience:
$45
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Moby Dick Dinner Cruise in Naha:
$53
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Instagrammable Cooking Class (Special):
$59
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Morning Wagyu Kaiseki Cooking Course:
$60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ise
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ise.
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Lunch or Dinner with Maiko Experience in Kyoto :
$14
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Instagrammable Cooking Class (Miso-balls):
$23
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Yokohama Lunch, Tea, and Dinner Cruise with Royalwings:
$25
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Online character lunch box cooking class:
$27
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Japanese Rolled Sushi cooking in Tokyo:
$27
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Tokyo West Side Walking and Street Food Tour:
$34
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Hakodate's Famous Ikameshi Cooking Class:
$36
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Instagrammable Cooking Class (Casual):
$41
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Okinawa Home Cooking Experience:
$45
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Moby Dick Dinner Cruise in Naha:
$53
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Instagrammable Cooking Class (Special):
$59
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Morning Wagyu Kaiseki Cooking Course:
$60
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Yokohama is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $23 per person, per day, on local transportation in Yokohama.
The average price of local transportation around Ise is $48 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
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1 Day Fuji Q Liner Pass with Two Way Transfer from Tokyo:
$76
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5-hour Tokyo Tour + Transfer Between Yokohama and Narita Airport:
$892
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Ferry Roundtrip Transfers from Ishigaki Island by Anei Kanko :
$11
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Ferry Transfers between Naha and Kume, Tonaki by Kume Shosen :
$11
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Tokyo International Airport to Yokohama City - One Way:
$516
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Mount Fuji Climbing Tour with Accommodation & Transfer from Shinjuku/Tokyo/Yokohama/Nishi Funabashi:
$121
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Nara Kimono and Deer Experience Day Trip from Kyoto (with One Way Transfer):
$10
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Private Airport Transfer between New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Hokkaido Major Cities:
$209
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Private Airport Transfer between Tokyo 23 Wards/Tokyo Disneyland and Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND) Airport:
$125
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Private Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) Transfer for Nagoya, Legoland, and Central Japan:
$146
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Private City Transfers Between Kyoto and Port of Kobe (One Way):
$32
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Private City Transfers Between Osaka and Port of Kobe (One Way):
$32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ise
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ise:
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1 Day Fuji Q Liner Pass with Two Way Transfer from Tokyo:
$76
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Ferry Roundtrip Transfers from Ishigaki Island by Anei Kanko :
$11
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Ferry Transfers between Naha and Kume, Tonaki by Kume Shosen :
$11
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Mount Fuji Climbing Tour with Accommodation & Transfer from Shinjuku/Tokyo/Yokohama/Nishi Funabashi:
$121
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Nara Kimono and Deer Experience Day Trip from Kyoto (with One Way Transfer):
$10
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Private Airport Transfer between New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Hokkaido Major Cities:
$209
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Private Airport Transfer between Tokyo 23 Wards/Tokyo Disneyland and Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND) Airport:
$125
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Private Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) Transfer for Nagoya, Legoland, and Central Japan:
$146
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Private City Transfers Between Kyoto and Port of Kobe (One Way):
$32
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Private City Transfers Between Osaka and Port of Kobe (One Way):
$32
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Private City Transfers Between Port of Kobe and Kobe/Osaka/Kyoto (One Way):
$32
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Private City Transfers Between Tokyo and Kamakura/Shin-Yokohama (One Way):
$32
Is it cheaper to fly into Yokohama or Ise?
Prices for flights to both Ise and Yokohama 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.
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Yokohama typically cost an average of $33 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Ise's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $6.50 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Beppu Tower Admission Ticket:
$3.65
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Uzu no Michi and Onaruto Bridge Hall Edy Ticket:
$3.75
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Yunomoto Onsen Experience in Hokkaido :
$4.09
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[5% OFF] Akame 48 Watefalls / Ninja Training Experience Discount Ticket in Mie:
$4.35
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Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko Experience:
$4.39
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Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch Ticket:
$4.55
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Roman no Mori Kyowakoku Ticket in Chiba:
$4.55
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Hanshin Tourist Pass (1 Day, Umeda Pick Up):
$4.55
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Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill Ticket:
$4.85
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Yunokuni no Mori Ticket in Komatsu:
$4.99
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Hida Kanayama Onsen Yutarikan Hot Spring Experience in Gifu:
$4.99
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Museum of Aeronautical Science Admission Ticket :
$5.09
Tours and Activities in Ise
Here are a few actual costs in Ise for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Beppu Tower Admission Ticket:
$3.65
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Uzu no Michi and Onaruto Bridge Hall Edy Ticket:
$3.75
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Yunomoto Onsen Experience in Hokkaido :
$4.09
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[5% OFF] Akame 48 Watefalls / Ninja Training Experience Discount Ticket in Mie:
$4.35
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Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko Experience:
$4.39
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Roman no Mori Kyowakoku Ticket in Chiba:
$4.55
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Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch Ticket:
$4.55
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Hanshin Tourist Pass (1 Day, Umeda Pick Up):
$4.55
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Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill Ticket:
$4.85
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Hida Kanayama Onsen Yutarikan Hot Spring Experience in Gifu:
$4.99
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Yunokuni no Mori Ticket in Komatsu:
$4.99
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Museum of Aeronautical Science Admission Ticket :
$5.09
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Yokohama may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $19 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Ise may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $5.04 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
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Hiroshima Sake Brewery Guided Tour in "Saijo", one of the three largest Japanese Sake spot:
$12
Sample the Local Flavors in Ise
Also in Ise, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Hiroshima Sake Brewery Guided Tour in "Saijo", one of the three largest Japanese Sake spot:
$12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yokohama and Ise, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Ise much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ise would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ise 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama than you might in Ise.
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