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Taipei vs Tokyo
Can't choose between Taipei and Tokyo? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want. If money is the main thing, Taipei is cheaper.
January, April, November
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 Taipei
- Shin Shin Department Store
- Regent Taipei
- The Okura Prestige Taipei
- Taipei Film House
- Local food tour of Taipei
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, Taipei or Tokyo?
Taipei vs Tokyo: questions
Is Taipei or Tokyo cheaper?+
Taipei is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $130/day for Taipei and ¥23,700/day for Tokyo for a mid-range trip, before flights.
Taipei or Tokyo, which has better weather?+
Taipei is best in January, April, November, while Tokyo shines in March, April, October. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.
Should I visit Taipei or Tokyo first?+
Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.