Cost of living in French Polynesia compared to Japan
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| Food | + 43% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in French Polynesia is 43% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Japan | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 1,871 Franc (¥2,484) | ¥1,027 | + 142% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | - | ¥790 | - | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | - | ¥518 | - | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | - | ¥219 | - | |
| 12 eggs, large | - | ¥311 | - | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | - | ¥564 | - | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 3,400 Franc (¥4,515) | ¥1,287 | + 251% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 285 Franc (¥379) | ¥611 | - 38% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 137 Franc (¥182) | ¥399 | - 54% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 377 Franc (¥500) | ¥307 | + 63% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 2,226 Franc (¥2,956) | ¥1,249 | + 137% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 400 Franc (¥531) | ¥203 | + 161% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 179 Franc (¥237) | ¥177 | + 34% | |
| Housing | - 6% | |||
| Housing in French Polynesia is 6% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Japan | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | - | ¥359,114 | - | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 155,159 Franc (¥206,035) | ¥174,960 | + 18% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 7,126 Franc (¥9,462) | ¥20,112 | - 53% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 92,149 Franc (¥122,364) | ¥167,408 | - 27% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 72,580 Franc (¥96,378) | ¥105,023 | - 8% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 5,000 Franc (¥6,639) | ¥13,280 | - 50% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 4,568 Franc (¥6,066) | ¥4,420 | + 37% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 140,000 Franc (¥185,905) | ¥61,842 | + 201% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 14,841 Franc (¥19,707) | ¥10,283 | + 92% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 2,381 Franc (¥3,162) | ¥1,221 | + 159% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 1,067 Franc (¥1,417) | ¥2,831 | - 50% | |
| Clothes | + 116% | |||
| Clothes in French Polynesia is 116% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Japan | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 10,128 Franc (¥13,448) | ¥8,396 | + 60% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 11,032 Franc (¥14,649) | ¥5,233 | + 180% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 11,337 Franc (¥15,055) | ¥9,250 | + 63% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 10,568 Franc (¥14,033) | ¥12,490 | + 12% | |
| Transportation | + 23% | |||
| Transportation in French Polynesia is 23% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Japan | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,757,970 Franc (¥3,662,291) | ¥3,004,620 | + 22% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 161 Franc (¥214) | ¥167 | + 28% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 8,000 Franc (¥10,623) | ¥8,534 | + 24% | |
| Personal Care | - 38% | |||
| Personal Care in French Polynesia is 38% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Japan | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 350 Franc (¥465) | ¥1,575 | - 70% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 500 Franc (¥664) | ¥2,993 | - 78% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 3,568 Franc (¥4,738) | ¥6,000 | - 21% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 700 Franc (¥930) | ¥1,337 | - 30% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 500 Franc (¥664) | ¥948 | - 30% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 650 Franc (¥863) | ¥622 | + 39% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 150 Franc (¥199) | ¥223 | - 11% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 180 Franc (¥239) | ¥204 | + 17% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 2,000 Franc (¥2,656) | ¥4,086 | - 35% | |
| Entertainment | + 36% | |||
| Entertainment in French Polynesia is 36% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Japan | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 4,000 Franc (¥5,312) | ¥5,118 | + 4% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 2,714 Franc (¥3,603) | ¥3,855 | - 7% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ¥12,839 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 10,271 Franc (¥13,639) | ¥7,916 | + 72% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 1,761 Franc (¥2,339) | ¥1,898 | + 23% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 250 Franc (¥332) | ¥526 | - 37% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 700 Franc (¥930) | ¥631 | + 47% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 50,000 Franc (¥66,395) | ¥35,175 | + 89% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 63 Franc (¥84) | ¥52 | + 62% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 6,000 Franc (¥7,967) | ¥9,541 | - 16% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 1,200 Franc (¥1,593) | ¥578 | + 176% | |
| TOTAL | + 19% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 843 prices entered by 143 different people.
These prices were last updated on September 13, 2024.
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Cost of living in French Polynesia is 19% more expensive than in Japan
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