A Travel Price Comparison for Japan Yokohama vs. Yakushima for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Yokohama or Yakushima?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yokohama or Yakushima, 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: Yokohama or Yakushima?

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.

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 Japan, The Best Contiki Tours to Japan, The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo.


Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Yokohama?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Yokohama is $125, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $118. 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 Yokohama and Yakushima in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Yokohama $70
    Yakushima $59
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Yokohama $140
    Yakushima $118
Compare Hotels in Yokohama and Yakushima

Looking for a hotel in Yokohama 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.

Hotels in Yokohama


Hotels in Yakushima


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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: Yokohama Hotel Prices and Yakushima Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Yokohama $21
    Yakushima $50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:

  • Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $57
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $59
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $66
  • Private Luxury Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $77
  • Tokyo: One-Way Private Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $112
  • Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT: $116
  • Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $124
  • Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $125
  • Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama(Inc.cruise port) to Tokyo: $134
  • Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $148
  • Yokohama Private Departure Transfer : from Yokohama Port or Hotels to Tokyo Hotels: $158
  • Yokohama Port: Private transfer to/from Tokyo/HND airport: $165

Is it cheaper to fly into Yokohama or Yakushima?

Prices for flights to both Yakushima 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.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Yokohama $38
    Yakushima $28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.

  • Easy Ramen cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $27
  • Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $68
  • 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
  • Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $112
  • Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $128
  • Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $128
  • Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $167
  • Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $169
  • Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $187
  • Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Yokohama $30
    Yakushima $21

Tours and Activities in Yokohama

Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Sankeien Garden Audio Guide Tour: $4.12
  • Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia Admission Ticket: $6.58
  • Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $7.93
  • Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $20
  • Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $23
  • Yokohama Private Family Tour with Manhole and Vehicles: $24
  • 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $34
  • Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $34
  • Walking tour focus on 5 Architecture and history: $36
  • Small-Group Souvenirs Hunting Tour in Ginza: $37
  • Kawasaki Half Day Walking Tour with Kawasaki Daishi Temple: $37
  • Yokohama 1.5 h Night View and Shopping Tour in Minatomirai: $41

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Yokohama $18
    Yakushima $6.45

Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:

  • Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
  • Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $169


When comparing the travel costs between Yokohama and Yakushima, we can see that Yokohama 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 Yokohama Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Yokohama or Yakushima?

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 Yokohama or Yakushima in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Yokohama and Yakushima. Many visitors come to Yokohama in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Yokohama is around the same temperature as Yakushima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yokohama in July average around 25°C (78°F), and Yakushima averages at about 27°C (81°F).

Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Yokohama usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Yokohama gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Yokohama 25°C (78°F) 
    Yakushima 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Yokohama or Yakushima in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Yokohama as well as Yakushima. Most visitors come to Yokohama for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

In October, Yokohama is generally cooler than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Yokohama average around 18°C (64°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).

It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Yokohama receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Yokohama usually gets more rain in October than Yakushima. Yokohama gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Yokohama 18°C (64°F) 
    Yakushima 22°C (71°F)

Should I visit Yokohama or Yakushima in the Winter?

Both Yakushima and Yokohama are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Yokohama because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Yokohama is much colder than Yakushima in the winter. The daily temperature in Yokohama averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Yakushima fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. In January, Yokohama usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Yokohama gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Yokohama 6°C (42°F) 
    Yakushima 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Yokohama or Yakushima in the Spring?

Both Yakushima and Yokohama during the spring are popular places to visit. The activities around the city are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.

In the spring, Yokohama is cooler than Yakushima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yokohama in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Yakushima averages at about 18°C (64°F).

Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Yokohama. Yokohama usually gets less rain in April than Yakushima. Yokohama gets 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Yokohama 14°C (58°F) 
    Yakushima 18°C (64°F)

Typical Weather for Yakushima and Yokohama

Yokohama Yakushima
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C (42°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Feb 6°C (42°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (53°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 122 mm (4.8 in) 14°C (57°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 14°C (58°F) 145 mm (5.7 in) 18°C (64°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
May 19°C (66°F) 153 mm (6 in) 21°C (69°F) 288 mm (11.3 in)
Jun 22°C (71°F) 221 mm (8.7 in) 24°C (74°F) 352 mm (13.9 in)
Jul 25°C (78°F) 138 mm (5.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 148 mm (5.8 in) 27°C (81°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Sep 23°C (74°F) 190 mm (7.5 in) 26°C (78°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Oct 18°C (64°F) 175 mm (6.9 in) 22°C (71°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Nov 13°C (55°F) 97 mm (3.8 in) 18°C (64°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 8°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 13°C (55°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)


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