Bangkok vs Tokyo — Travel Comparison 2026

City Comparison · 2026

Bangkok

Thailand

Tokyo

Japan

Which one is right for your trip?

Side-by-Side Comparison

Metric	Bangkok	Tokyo
Daily Budget	THB 1,500–3,000 / day (~$40–85)	¥5,000–15,000 / day
Best Time to Visit	Nov–Feb	Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Vloggers Analyzed	14	22
Mapped Spots	142	419

Quick Verdict

Budget Winner

Bangkok

Bangkok is cheaper

Coverage Winner

Tokyo

Tokyo has more vlogger coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bangkok has a daily budget of THB 1,500–3,000 / day (~$40–85), while Tokyo costs around ¥5,000–15,000 / day per day. Bangkok is the more budget-friendly option.

Both Bangkok and Tokyo are excellent destinations. Bangkok is great for Bangkok, while Tokyo is known for Tokyo. It depends on your travel style.

The best time to visit Bangkok is Nov–Feb. For Tokyo, the recommended time is Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Plan accordingly to avoid peak season crowds.

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