| Boston | Mitaka | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 205.67 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 4.91 |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 4.42 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 116.00 | USD 108.03 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.00 | USD 1.48 |