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Ho Chi Minh City vs Tokyo

Can't choose between Ho Chi Minh City and Tokyo? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want. If money is the main thing, Ho Chi Minh City is cheaper.

March, April, May
Best time to visit
March, April, October
$130cheaper
Typical cost / day
¥23,700
USD
Currency
JPY
4 days
Ideal length
5 days
18 spots
Live highlights
14 spots

Top things to do in Ho Chi Minh City

  • Tân Sơn, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Tet Offensive attack on Tan Son Nhut Air Base
  • Tây Thạnh
  • Đông Hưng Thuận
  • Quang Trung Software City

Top things to do in Tokyo

  • Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa
  • Meiji Shrine & Harajuku
  • teamLab Planets digital art museum
  • Imperial Palace East Gardens
  • Tsukiji Outer Market food crawl

So, Ho Chi Minh City or Tokyo?

H

Ho Chi Minh City is the pick if you want better value and highlights like Tân Sơn, Ho Chi Minh City and Tet Offensive attack on Tan Son Nhut Air Base. Best visited March or April.

T

Tokyo is the better call for Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa and Meiji Shrine & Harajuku. Best visited March or April.

Ho Chi Minh City vs Tokyo: questions

Is Ho Chi Minh City or Tokyo cheaper?+

Ho Chi Minh City is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $130/day for Ho Chi Minh City and ¥23,700/day for Tokyo for a mid-range trip, before flights.

Ho Chi Minh City or Tokyo, which has better weather?+

Ho Chi Minh City is best in March, April, May, while Tokyo shines in March, April, October. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.

Should I visit Ho Chi Minh City or Tokyo first?+

Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.

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