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Cost of Living Comparison

Compare rent, food, transport & groceries between two cities — side by side.

🇬🇧 London is the pricier of the two overall.

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Tokyo

Japan

1BR rent¥135,000–230,000/mo (center); ¥80,000–125,000/mo (suburbs)
Meal out¥900–1,800 (restaurant); ¥400–700 (convenience store)
TransportMonthly pass ¥10,000–20,000 (depends on commute)
Groceries¥35,000–60,000/mo (supermarket basics)
Overall levelMedium

Approx. USD 830–1,430/mo (1BR city center) at recent rates

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London

United Kingdom

1BR rent£2,000–3,500/mo (Zone 1-2); £1,350–2,000/mo (Zone 3-4)
Meal out£9–17 (takeaway/fast food); £35–70 (restaurant for 2)
TransportZone 1-2 monthly ~£160–200
Groceries£280–450/mo
Overall levelVery High

Approx. USD 2,690–4,710/mo (1BR Zone 1-2) at recent rates

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Source: RichBay editorial estimate — indicative, not guaranteed. Actual costs vary by location, timing and lifestyle.

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