Which place is cheaper, Osaka or Dar es Salaam?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Dar es Salaam or Osaka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dar es Salaam and Osaka can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dar es Salaam or Osaka?
Dar es Salaam
Having grown from a fishing village, Dar es Salaam is now a major city and commercial port on Tanzania's Indian Ocean coast. While it is mainly used as a stopping point on the way to Zanzibar, it has a few unique treasures of its own such as the Kariakoo Market, National Museum, and the open-air Village Museum.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Safaris in Tanzania, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDar es Salaam $493Osaka $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Dar es Salaam is $493, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $110. 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 Dar es Salaam and Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDar es Salaam $452Osaka $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDar es Salaam $904Osaka $96
Compare Hotels in Dar es Salaam and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Dar es Salaam or Osaka? 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.
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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: Dar es Salaam Hotel Prices and Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dar es Salaam $14Osaka $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dar es Salaam
Also for Dar es Salaam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer/Airport pick up and drop off: $192
- Private Transfer from Dar El Salaam to Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR): $106
- Ferry Tickets to Zanzibar with Transfers.: $120
- Private Layover Tour with Airport Transfer: $120
- Dar es Salaam Airport Transfers Comfortable Ride to Your Hotel: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kansai Airport Osaka City Private Taxi Transfers: $282
- Osaka Airport (ITM) to Osaka city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $260
- Osaka Airport Transfers : Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Van: $259
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Van: $258
- Private Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Maizuru Cruise Port: $244
- Private Departure Transfer : Osaka City to Kansai International Airport: $238
- Private Transfer Between Kyoto and Kansai Airport KIX: $234
- Roundtrip Transfer from Osaka Airport ITM to Arima-Onsen Resorts: $222
- Universal Studios Japan Round Trip Shared Transfer with ticket: $219
- Osaka Airport Transfers : Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $209
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $209
- Airport Transfer!Hotel in center of Osaka to Kansai Airport (KIX): $192
Is it cheaper to fly into Dar es Salaam or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka and Dar es Salaam 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
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Food Meals for one dayDar es Salaam $33Osaka $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $30
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $34
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $41
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $45
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $51
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $54
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $55
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $55
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dar es Salaam -Osaka $21
Tours and Activities in Dar es Salaam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dar es Salaam.
- Bagamoyo Full-Day Tour: Historic Slave Trade Route & Kaole Ruins: $255
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour (Full Day With Private Guide And Car): $140
- 2 Days 1 Night Bagamoyo Historical Tour : $300
- Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour: $249
- Bagamoyo Adventure, Historical Tour: $238
- Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday: $199
- Bagamoyo Tour: $120
- Bird Watching Tour to Tegetero Forest 2days 1 night: $205
- Dar Es Salaam City Tour: $150
- Dar Es Salaam City tour: $164
- Dar Es Salaam Local Markets and Village-National Museum Day tour: $150
- Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday: $97
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 6 Hours Osaka Tour with National Licensed Guide: $250
- Arashiyama Kinkakuji Temple Nara Park Tour from Osaka and Kyoto: $100
- Explore Osaka with Wine Class and Tasting Experience: $110
- Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets Bus Tour Experience: $103
- Miyama Kayabuki no Sato 1 Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto: $241
- Nara Deer Park,Uji Matcha and Hot Spring Full-Day Tour: $52
- 1 Day Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites Bus Tour: $74
- 1 Day Takoyaki Making and Osaka Castle Walking Tour: $146
- 150min Full Body and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing Experience: $164
- 3 Hours Historical Tour of Princess Saio on an Electric Cart: $34
- 3-Hour Osaka Bike Tour/Customizable : $165
- 3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide: $124
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDar es Salaam $7.97Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $24
- Nada Gogo Sake Brewery Tour in Kobe from Osaka: $259
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dar es Salaam and Osaka, we can see that Dar es Salaam is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dar es Salaam is in Africa and Osaka is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Dar es Salaam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dar es Salaam than you might in Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dar es Salaam Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dar es Salaam or Osaka?
Dar es Salaam has a larger population, and is about 4% larger than the population of Osaka. When comparing the sizes of Dar es Salaam and Osaka, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Dar es Salaam or Osaka?
Osaka has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Dar es Salaam experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Osaka in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Dar es Salaam and Osaka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dar es Salaam year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Osaka for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Dar es Salaam is generally cooler than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 25°C (77°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Dar es Salaam, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Osaka during summer. Dar es Salaam gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 183 hours of full sun in the summer.
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Dar es Salaam usually receives less rain than Osaka. Dar es Salaam gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDar es Salaam 25°C (77°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Osaka in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Dar es Salaam as well as Osaka. Dar es Salaam attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Osaka in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Dar es Salaam is a little warmer than Osaka in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dar es Salaam averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Osaka fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Dar es Salaam this time of the year. In the autumn, Dar es Salaam often gets more sunshine than Osaka. Dar es Salaam gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 159 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Osaka. Dar es Salaam usually gets less rain in October than Osaka. Dar es Salaam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDar es Salaam 25°C (78°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Osaka in the Winter?
Both Osaka and Dar es Salaam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dar es Salaam throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Dar es Salaam is much warmer than Osaka. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dar es Salaam in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Osaka averages at about 6°C (42°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually receives more sunshine than Osaka during winter. Dar es Salaam gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Osaka receives 140 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Dar es Salaam usually receives more rain than Osaka. Dar es Salaam gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDar es Salaam 28°C (82°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Dar es Salaam or Osaka in the Spring?
Both Osaka and Dar es Salaam during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dar es Salaam because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Osaka because of the activities around the city.
In April, Dar es Salaam is generally much warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Dar es Salaam average around 27°C (81°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In the spring, Dar es Salaam often gets less sunshine than Osaka. Dar es Salaam gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Osaka receives 176 hours of full sun.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam usually gets more rain in April than Osaka. Dar es Salaam gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDar es Salaam 27°C (81°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Dar es Salaam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (76°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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