Which place is cheaper, Yamaguchi or Jinghong?
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 Jinghong or Yamaguchi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jinghong and Yamaguchi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Jinghong or Yamaguchi?
Jinghong
Located in the southernmost part of the Yunnan Province, Jinghong is a city that attracts visitors each year with its rich culture and folklore, Buddhist temples, and tropical rainforest scenery of palms and mango trees amongst others. It is also an area popular with backpackers as well as a waypoint for travelers passing between China and Laos.
Yamaguchi
Yamaguchi, Japan is the capital city of the Yamaguchi Prefecture, located on the Western tip of Honshu, Japan. During medieval times, Yamaguchi City flourished and was essentially the capital of Japan when Kyoto was demolished by the Onin war. After 1551, the city lost this standing, although evidence of its precious prosperity can be found in the architecture and even in the planning of the city.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJinghong $83Yamaguchi $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Jinghong is $83, while the average daily cost in Yamaguchi is $100. 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 Jinghong and Yamaguchi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJinghong $20Yamaguchi $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJinghong $40Yamaguchi $94
Compare Hotels in Jinghong and Yamaguchi
Looking for a hotel in Jinghong or Yamaguchi? 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: Yamaguchi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jinghong $25Yamaguchi $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yamaguchi
Also for Yamaguchi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yamaguchi Ube Airport To/From Yamaguch City Private Transfer: $399
Is it cheaper to fly into Jinghong or Yamaguchi?
Prices for flights to both Yamaguchi and Jinghong 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 dayJinghong $48Yamaguchi $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yamaguchi
For Yamaguchi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Yamaguchi ；Healthy tea drinking ； dinner: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jinghong $9.31Yamaguchi $8.69
Tours and Activities in Jinghong
Here are a few actual costs in Jinghong for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best of Dai Villages | 20km E-Bike Tour: $41
Tours and Activities in Yamaguchi
For Yamaguchi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Kiku Plan - Wagashi making and tea ceremony experience -: $24
- Fuji Plan - Kimono Experience and City Walk -: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJinghong $5.41Yamaguchi $8.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jinghong and Yamaguchi, we can see that Yamaguchi is more expensive. And not only is Jinghong much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jinghong would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jinghong 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 Yamaguchi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yamaguchi than you might in Jinghong.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jinghong Expensive? and Is Yamaguchi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jinghong or Yamaguchi?
Yamaguchi has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Jinghong. When comparing the sizes of Jinghong and Yamaguchi, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.