Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Shenzhen?
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 Shenzhen or Nagoya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Shenzhen and Nagoya 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: Shenzhen or Nagoya?
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShenzhen $140Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Shenzhen is $140, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Shenzhen and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShenzhen $91Nagoya $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShenzhen $182Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Shenzhen and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Shenzhen or Nagoya? 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: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Shenzhen $15Nagoya $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- shenzhen airport private transfer: $31
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Hong Kong HTL-APT (HKG): $78
- Transfer Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong by Luxury Van or Sedan: $112
- Stress-Free Hong Kong Airport Transfer to HK downtown: Meet&Greet: $57
- Private Transfers to/from Bao'an Airport(SZX): $20
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen central to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX): $86
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen: $86
- Shenzhen Private Transfer and Ongoing Travel Assistance: $39
- Shenzhen Customized Local Tour with Transfer : $299
- Shenzhen Baoan Airport to Shenzhen Hotel Private Transfer: $73
- Shenzhen Bao'an Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Departure Transfer : Nagoya City to Chubu Airport: $99
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $296
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $285
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport NGO, Departure Private Transfer: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Shenzhen or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Shenzhen 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 dayShenzhen $35Nagoya $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more: $53
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $98
- Explore Hong Kong: Mid-Autumn Festival Food Tour: $103
- Discover Hong Kong’s Hidden Eats on a Tin Hau Food Tour: $109
- Small-Group Hong Kong Island Food Tour: $116
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $146
- Private Food Tour in Hong Kong: $148
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $149
- The 10 Tastings of Hong Kong With Locals: Private Street Food Tour : $176
- Hong Kong Private & Personalized Food Tour with a Local: $177
- Asian Favorites Cooking Class in Hong Kong (4-Course Meal): $184
- Hong Kong Style Noodles Cooking Class (Includes 4-Course Meal): $184
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shenzhen $17Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom private tour of Hong Kong Island - Half day: $228
- Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Ticket in Hong Kong: $24
- Seat-in-Coach: Macau Day Tour with Simple Lunch from Hong Kong: $185
- Shenzhen Self-Guided Flexible Tour with Private Car and Driver : $87
- (Private class) Hong Kong gourmet baking experience class: Hong Kong-style egg tart + custard mooncake: $89
- 4-Hour Private Hong Kong Layover Tour: $280
- 4-Hour Small Group Kowloon Sightseeing Tour: $103
- Aberdeen Fishing Village Private Tour by Minivan: $232
- Aberdeen fisherman cultural tour+dim sum by local: $140
- Afternoon Hiking Tour Sharp Island Geopark: $40
- Aqua Luna: Symphony of Lights Cruise in Hong Kong: $49
- Best Seller: VIP Lantau Tai O Tour Priority Cable Car, Big Buddha: $95
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Buddhas at a Temple and Tea Ceremony Experience: $91
- 2 Hour Private Scenic Mountain Castle Tour in Gifu: $76
- A Fun Car Tour to Inuyama Castle and a Phallus: $160
- A tour to enjoy Japanese official gambling (horse racing, bicycle racing, pachinko): $72
- All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting Tour in Nagoya: $185
- Arimatsu townscape walk & aperture experience: Accompanying professional photographer: $138
- Atsuta Shrine Visit and Sweets Making Experience in Nagoya: $276
- Autumn Leaves Private Tour in Nagoya: $172
- Bus Tour to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go with Hida Pork Lunch : $81
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- Experience the Soul of the Sword-smith : Samurai Spirit in Seki: $242
- From Nagoya Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Lunch: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShenzhen $19Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Shenzhen
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Shenzhen:
- Hong Kong Pub Crawl at Lan Kwai Fong (LKF): $46
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shenzhen and Nagoya, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Nagoya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nagoya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagoya 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 Shenzhen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenzhen than you might in Nagoya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shenzhen Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Shenzhen or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Shenzhen. When comparing the sizes of Shenzhen and Nagoya, 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 Shenzhen or Nagoya?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagoya in the Summer?
Both Nagoya and Shenzhen are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Nagoya in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Shenzhen is a little warmer than Nagoya in the summer. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Nagoya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. Shenzhen usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during summer. Shenzhen gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 170 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagoya. It's quite rainy in Shenzhen. In July, Shenzhen usually receives more rain than Nagoya. Shenzhen gets 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyShenzhen 30°C (85°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagoya in the Autumn?
Both Nagoya and Shenzhen during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Nagoya for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Shenzhen is a little warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Shenzhen in October average around 26°C (78°F), and Nagoya averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In the autumn, Shenzhen often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Shenzhen gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 176 hours of full sun.
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. Shenzhen usually gets more rain in October than Nagoya. Shenzhen gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberShenzhen 26°C (78°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagoya in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Shenzhen and Nagoya. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Nagoya can be very cold. In January, Shenzhen is generally much warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 16°C (60°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
Shenzhen usually receives less sunshine than Nagoya during winter. Shenzhen gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 180 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Shenzhen usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Shenzhen gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryShenzhen 16°C (60°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagoya in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Shenzhen as well as Nagoya. Additionally, the activities around the city are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
Shenzhen is much warmer than Nagoya in the spring. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 23°C (73°F) in April, and Nagoya fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Shenzhen often gets less sunshine than Nagoya. Shenzhen gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagoya. Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the spring. Shenzhen usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Nagoya. Shenzhen gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilShenzhen 23°C (73°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Shenzhen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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