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Low Cost of Living in Tokyo
Browse 18 neighborhoods with a low overall cost of living based on real community data from locals and visitors in Tokyo.
18
Areas Found
4.9/5
Avg Safety
$
Avg Cost
Top Low Cost of Living in Tokyo
| # | Neighborhood | Safety | Cost | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best ramen in the entire city | 5/5 | $ | +133 |
| 2 | Meguro river cherry blossoms | 5/5 | $$ | +127 |
| 3 | Nakameguro canal walks perfect | 5/5 | $$ | +114 |
| 4 | Asakusa traditional Tokyo feel | 5/5 | $$ | +101 |
| 5 | Shimokitazawa vintage shops | 5/5 | $$ | +99 |
| 6 | Shinjuku Gyoen park beautiful | 5/5 | $ | +95 |
| 7 | Amazing independent coffee shops | 5/5 | $$ | +92 |
| 8 | Yanaka old Tokyo charm | 5/5 | $ | +91 |
| 9 | Great izakayas everywhere here | 5/5 | $$ | +86 |
| 10 | Jiyugaoka European patisseries | 5/5 | $$ | +85 |
| 11 | Akihabara anime nerd paradise | 5/5 | $ | +84 |
| 12 | Ikebukuro west side budget food | 4/5 | $ | +73 |
| 13 | Ueno museums and park | 5/5 | $$ | +70 |
| 14 | Shinjuku never sleeps | 5/5 | $$ | +68 |
| 15 | Meguro quiet residential | 5/5 | $$ | +61 |
About Low Cost of Living in Tokyo
This guide features 18 neighborhoods with a low overall cost of living in Tokyo. All data comes from real community feedback and local insights. Average safety rating: 4.9/5 · Typical cost: $.
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