Cost of living in Japan compared to Argentina
Currency:
Food | + 23% | |||
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Food in Japan is 23% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Japan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ¥1,043 (ARS $5,950) | ARS $8,530 | - 30% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ¥775 (ARS $4,419) | ARS $5,897 | - 25% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ¥491 (ARS $2,802) | ARS $1,911 | + 47% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ¥212 (ARS $1,210) | ARS $882 | + 37% | |
12 eggs, large | ¥325 (ARS $1,856) | ARS $1,929 | - 4% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ¥615 (ARS $3,507) | ARS $1,061 | + 231% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ¥1,083 (ARS $6,181) | ARS $4,091 | + 51% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ¥570 (ARS $3,252) | ARS $1,592 | + 104% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ¥433 (ARS $2,470) | ARS $782 | + 216% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ¥301 (ARS $1,718) | ARS $1,079 | + 59% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ¥1,536 (ARS $8,761) | ARS $4,509 | + 94% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ¥203 (ARS $1,156) | ARS $1,946 | - 41% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ¥184 (ARS $1,050) | ARS $429 | + 145% | |
Housing | + 170% | |||
Housing in Japan is 170% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Japan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ¥221,430 (ARS $1,263,301) | ARS $451,018 | + 180% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ¥111,860 (ARS $638,183) | ARS $318,244 | + 101% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ¥20,251 (ARS $115,538) | ARS $28,854 | + 300% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ¥190,034 (ARS $1,084,180) | ARS $337,031 | + 222% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ¥84,192 (ARS $480,330) | ARS $199,181 | + 141% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ¥28,514 (ARS $162,679) | ARS $25,370 | + 541% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ¥3,357 (ARS $19,153) | ARS $9,195 | + 108% | |
40” flat screen tv | ¥52,125 (ARS $297,383) | ARS $252,100 | + 18% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ¥15,714 (ARS $89,653) | ARS $141,734 | - 37% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ¥1,018 (ARS $5,809) | ARS $3,508 | + 66% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ¥1,314 (ARS $7,495) | ARS $2,229 | + 236% | |
Clothes | - 11% | |||
Clothes in Japan is 11% cheaper than in Argentina | ||||
Japan | Argentina | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ¥8,530 (ARS $48,663) | ARS $47,670 | + 2% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ¥4,983 (ARS $28,429) | ARS $30,480 | - 7% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ¥9,702 (ARS $55,351) | ARS $94,860 | - 42% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ¥11,426 (ARS $65,189) | ARS $68,106 | - 4% | |
Transportation | + 61% | |||
Transportation in Japan is 61% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Japan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ¥2,882,200 (ARS $16,443,503) | ARS $17,137,900 | - 4% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ¥170 (ARS $970) | ARS $716 | + 35% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ¥9,799 (ARS $55,903) | ARS $27,160 | + 106% | |
Personal Care | + 113% | |||
Personal Care in Japan is 113% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Japan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ¥1,555 (ARS $8,870) | ARS $3,587 | + 147% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ¥2,993 (ARS $17,076) | ARS $6,490 | + 163% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ¥6,000 (ARS $34,231) | ARS $10,006 | + 242% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ¥2,084 (ARS $11,891) | ARS $3,430 | + 247% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ¥842 (ARS $4,806) | ARS $1,612 | + 198% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ¥600 (ARS $3,421) | ARS $3,019 | + 13% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ¥192 (ARS $1,093) | ARS $2,188 | - 50% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ¥191 (ARS $1,087) | ARS $1,947 | - 44% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ¥4,236 (ARS $24,169) | ARS $5,524 | + 337% | |
Entertainment | + 56% | |||
Entertainment in Japan is 56% more expensive than in Argentina | ||||
Japan | Argentina | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ¥5,211 (ARS $29,728) | ARS $15,397 | + 93% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ¥3,676 (ARS $20,972) | ARS $6,367 | + 229% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ¥4,122 (ARS $23,516) | ARS $18,459 | + 27% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ¥8,391 (ARS $47,870) | ARS $22,802 | + 110% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ¥961 (ARS $5,484) | ARS $4,696 | + 17% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ¥499 (ARS $2,845) | ARS $2,399 | + 19% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ¥656 (ARS $3,740) | ARS $2,204 | + 70% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ¥51,754 (ARS $295,267) | ARS $441,836 | - 33% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ¥52 (ARS $297) | ARS $200 | + 49% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ¥9,018 (ARS $51,451) | ARS $21,782 | + 136% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ¥564 (ARS $3,216) | ARS $2,480 | + 30% | |
TOTAL | + 69% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 7,665 prices entered by 883 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
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Cost of living in Japan is 69% more expensive than in Argentina
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