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Tokyo vs Singapore

Can't choose between Tokyo and Singapore? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want.

March, April, October
Best time to visit
February, June, July
¥23,700
Typical cost / day
$150
JPY
Currency
USD
5 days
Ideal length
3 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 Singapore

  • Central Catchment Area
  • Straits Settlements
  • Syonan Shrine
  • Singapore Korean International School
  • Singapore (island)

So, Tokyo or Singapore?

T

Tokyo is the pick if you want better value and highlights like Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa and Meiji Shrine & Harajuku. Best visited March or April.

S

Singapore is the better call for Central Catchment Area and Straits Settlements and a lighter daily spend. Best visited February or June.

Tokyo vs Singapore: questions

Is Tokyo or Singapore cheaper?+

Tokyo is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly ¥23,700/day for Tokyo and $150/day for Singapore for a mid-range trip, before flights.

Tokyo or Singapore, which has better weather?+

Tokyo is best in March, April, October, while Singapore shines in February, June, July. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.

Should I visit Tokyo or Singapore 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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