Cost of living in Tokyo (Japan) is 96% more expensive than in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)

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warning This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 620 prices entered by 151 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 19, 2024. Exchange rate: 0.03156 MYR / JPY
For example, you would need at least RM25,458 (¥806,560) in Tokyo to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with RM13,000 in Kuala Lumpur.

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