Is Kaunas more expensive than Tokyo?

Kaunas is 0.2% more expensive than Tokyo overall. Rent is 50.6% lower, groceries 17.8% cheaper, and restaurants 63.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Tokyo or Kaunas?

Tokyo has a purchasing power index of 129.6 while Kaunas has 95.7 (NYC = 100). Tokyo offers better purchasing power.

Tokyo vs Kaunas: Kaunas is 0.2% more expensive, rent 51% lower (2026)

Category	🇯🇵 Tokyo	🇱🇹 Kaunas	Difference
Cost of Living	53.5	53.6	+0.2%
Rent	26.5	13.1	-50.6%
Groceries	66.4	54.6	-17.8%
Restaurants	35.9	58.6	+63.2%
Purchasing Power	129.6	95.7	-26.2%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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