Japan
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Living in Japan

Tokyo · ASIA · Japanese

Cost of living

$840

excl. rent

Rent 1BR

$870

city center

Safety

9/10

GPI 2024

Internet

200 Mbps

avg speed

Japan offers the world's highest safety, lightning-fast internet, and unmatched cultural depth — now with a digital nomad visa.

Pros

  • Safest country in the world
  • Ultra-fast internet
  • Incredible food culture
  • Efficient public transport
  • Rich traditions and modernity
  • Digital Nomad Visa launched 2024

Cons

  • Language barrier (significant)
  • Working culture can be intense
  • Expensive
  • Visa complexity historically
  • Earthquakes

Details

Climatetemperate
EnglishLow
CurrencyJPY (Japanese Yen)
Tax rate20%
Beach
Mountains

Visa Options

Visa-free 90 days (many)Working Holiday (select countries)Startup VisaEngineer/Specialist VisaDigital Nomad Visa (2024)

Visa-free days by passport:

US: 90dGB: 90dDE: 90dFR: 90dRU: 15dPL: 90dCA: 90dAU: 90d

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