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Tokyo vs Bangkok
Can't choose between Tokyo and Bangkok? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want. If money is the main thing, Bangkok is cheaper.
Tokyo
Japan
March, April
~¥23,300/day
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Bangkok
Thailand
January, February
~$130/day
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March, April, October
Best time to visit
January, February, March
¥23,300
Typical cost / day
$130cheaper
JPY
Currency
USD
5 days
Ideal length
4 days
14 spots
Live highlights
18 spots
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
Top things to do in Bangkok
- First Bangkok City Hall
- Mit Ko Yuan
- Mahannop Road
- Bang Lamphu
- Dinso Road
So, Tokyo or Bangkok?
Tokyo vs Bangkok: questions
Is Tokyo or Bangkok cheaper?+
Bangkok is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly ¥23,300/day for Tokyo and $130/day for Bangkok for a mid-range trip, before flights.
Tokyo or Bangkok, which has better weather?+
Tokyo is best in March, April, October, while Bangkok shines in January, February, March. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.
Should I visit Tokyo or Bangkok first?+
Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.