Explore the world · 🇯🇵 Japan · Asia

Living in Tokyo

Huge, safe and spotless, with the world's best food scene.

Weather

January / July average: 5°C / 26°C
Sunny days a year: 200
Best time for a trial stay: May to October

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $$$ About the same
Language: Japanese; limited English

Big cityFood sceneNightlifeLive music

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Madrid

Grand boulevards, world-class museums and very late dinners.

Paris

🇫🇷 France

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London

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Global city with free museums, parks and great theatre.

Figures are approximate. Visas, taxes and health insurance rules differ by country and change often; check official government sites before planning a move.

Living in Tokyo, Japan · Pinned