Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tokyo or Gothenburg? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tokyo or Gothenburg?
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTokyo $190Gothenburg $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Tokyo is $190, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $145. 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 Tokyo and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTokyo $79Gothenburg $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTokyo $158Gothenburg $92
Compare Hotels in Tokyo and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Tokyo or Gothenburg? 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tokyo $18Gothenburg $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 【Haneda Airport】Luxury Private Transfer : $90
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfers to/from Narita Airport(NRT): $79
- Private Transfer to/from Haneda Airport 7 Seater: $124
- Private Transfer from/to Yokohama Port: $195
- Private Transfer from Tokyo to Narita Airport (NRT) : $284
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Hakone or Mt.Fuji: $156
- Private Customize Day Tour With Hotel Transfer: $200
- One-Way Private Transfer from Haneda Airport: $149
- Hotel Transfer to/from Disneyland or DisneySea: $42
- Tokyo, Shinkansen, Disneyland, Yokohama, City to City Transfer: $131
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $216
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $162
- Airport Transfer: Gothenburg to Airport GOT by Business Car: $132
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $128
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $115
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $80
- Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $74
- Umea Private Transfer from Umea city centre to Umea airport: $71
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Tokyo or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Tokyo 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 dayTokyo $67Gothenburg $76
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.41
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.41
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Meal at Airport$7.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $21
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $35
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour : $35
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $42
- Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks: $45
- Tokyo Retro Backstreet Tokyo Tour Option to Add Dinner: $56
- Tokyo Downtown Akihabara Tour And Dinner Party Adults Only: $59
- Japanese cooking class - Bring the flavors of Japan to France: $61
- Tokyo Cute Bento : Kawaii Lunchbox Cooking Class!: $63
- Authentic Japanese Home Cooking Class in Chiba with Miyuki: $66
- [1 Group Only] Explore Tokyo Ginza Food Tour for Family: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tokyo $71Gothenburg $18
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- 4 Hours Shibuya - Shinjuku Night Tour: $104
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $104
- Can Am Ryker Cruising in Asakusa Adventure: $243
- Futakotamagawa Suburban Gems Private Tour in Tokyo: $83
- Join Tokyo Art Class Experience Publicly: $125
- Manga Artist Experience with Professional Guidance in Tokyo: $115
- Mount Fuji and Iconic Scenic Spots Day Tour : $99
- Pick the Hours That Suit You In A Flexible Tokyo Guided Tour: $70
- Private Walking Tour Tokyo's Fukagawa Edo Museum: $104
- Shibuya Tokyo Private Photo Tour Activity: $278
- Tokyo Skytree Private Walking Tour Experience With cafe inside: $188
- “Daikoku Car Meet Night Tour | JDM Experience in Tokyo”: $278
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg: $48
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Bike Tour Gothenburg, Guided Bicycle Tours: $66
- City Kayak Tour: $53
- City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $37
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $8.59
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $48
- Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup: $70
- Fatbike Experience in Sorsele: $131
- Gothenburg - Private guided tour: $586
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $36
- Gothenburg : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $123
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTokyo $34Gothenburg $24
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$4.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Mt. Fuji & Hakushu Distillery Whisky Museum Bus Tour from Tokyo: $94
- Historic Sake Brewery Tour and Culinary Pairing: $125
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $143
- Cultural Sake Brewery Private Tour & Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $172
- From Tokyo：Mt.fuji /Museum/Sake brewery/ 1DAY BUS TOUR: $202
- Private tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and riverside walk.: $243
Sample the Local Flavors in Gothenburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gothenburg:
- Guided Brewery Tour on Bicycle: $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tokyo and Gothenburg, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Gothenburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tokyo is in Asia and Gothenburg is in Europe, 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 Gothenburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gothenburg 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Gothenburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tokyo Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tokyo or Gothenburg?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Gothenburg. When comparing the sizes of Tokyo and Gothenburg, 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 Tokyo or Gothenburg?
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 Tokyo or Gothenburg in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tokyo and Gothenburg. The summer months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Tokyo is much warmer than Gothenburg in the summer. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gothenburg this time of the year. Tokyo usually receives less sunshine than Gothenburg during summer. Tokyo gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun in the summer.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Tokyo usually receives more rain than Gothenburg. Tokyo gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTokyo 26°C (78°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tokyo as well as Gothenburg. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In the autumn, Tokyo is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tokyo in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 9°C (47°F).
In the autumn, Tokyo often gets more sunshine than Gothenburg. Tokyo gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Tokyo usually gets more rain in October than Gothenburg. Tokyo gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTokyo 18°C (64°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Gothenburg in the Winter?
Both Gothenburg and Tokyo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gothenburg can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Tokyo is generally much warmer than Gothenburg. Daily temperatures in Tokyo average around 5°C (42°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).
Tokyo usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during winter. Tokyo gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tokyo usually receives less rain than Gothenburg. Tokyo gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTokyo 5°C (42°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Tokyo or Gothenburg in the Spring?
Both Gothenburg and Tokyo during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Tokyo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Tokyo is much warmer than Gothenburg in the spring. The daily temperature in Tokyo averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Gothenburg fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the spring, Tokyo often gets less sunshine than Gothenburg. Tokyo gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. Tokyo usually gets more rain in April than Gothenburg. Tokyo gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTokyo 14°C (58°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Tokyo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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