💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to Southeast Asian cities but cheaper than Tokyo; daily expenses are manageable but not low-cost.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate for Japan but still high relative to many digital nomad hubs; small apartments common.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Local markets and convenience stores offer affordable options; eating out can be mid-range in price.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transit is efficient and affordable; IC cards make travel convenient.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate costs for movies, bars, and cultural events; nightlife is not overly expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Standard gym memberships are moderately priced; some premium gyms are more expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
94%
Weight: 30
Japanese Yen is a very stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in central Fukuoka, growing community but less than Tokyo or Osaka.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though some have time limits or require purchases.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not extensively; quiet spaces can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Fukuoka is emerging as a digital nomad spot but still less popular than major hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Japanese culture values work-life balance increasingly; Fukuoka is more relaxed than Tokyo.
🌳 Environmental Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Clean city with good air quality and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
91%
Weight: 10
Exceptionally clean public spaces and streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist areas; Japanese proficiency helpful.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and healthcare make it suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
95%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
National health insurance reduces costs; out-of-pocket can be moderate.
🏥 Healthcare
93%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
64%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with hot summers and cool winters; humid and rainy in early summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and typhoons; good disaster preparedness.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public transport are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with cherry blossoms in spring and colorful autumns.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, museums, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and izakayas; less vibrant than Tokyo.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, mountains, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
71%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural exchange events available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, including food and historical experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, shopping centers, and entertainment complexes available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
86%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine, especially seafood and ramen.
🧠 Yoga Studios
68%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
69%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
77%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh produce and healthy dining options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+9; convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community but smaller scale.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
59%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but still small.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern facilities with good amenities but fewer options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
60%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem supported by local government.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant but increasing adoption of digital payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; regulatory environment cautious but improving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
78%
Weight: 30
Fukuoka Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
79%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and subway systems covering the city well.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
42%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options; taxis are common but expensive.
🚲 Cycling
67%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure improving; bike rentals available.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
83%
Weight: 15
Shinkansen and buses provide excellent connections to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
61%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals common; scooter rentals less prevalent.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G and growing 5G coverage citywide.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
93%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available but often requires registration and is limited.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
45%
Weight: 40
Standard tourist visas easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes; complex filing for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
41%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without residency; requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; language barriers can complicate process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
57%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited infrastructure tailored to nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups; community still small.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Some online groups but less active than major hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
97%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
84%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural challenges for foreigners.