Hiroshima, Japan 🇯🇵
Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other major Japanese cities, but can be high for certain imported goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for a city of its size, but can vary significantly based on location.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Affordable local cuisine with a variety of options; grocery prices are reasonable, especially for local products.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable, with a well-connected tram and bus system.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey, especially for international events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with a variety of options available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
The Japanese Yen is stable and widely regarded as a safe currency.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available, with many cafes and coworking spaces offering excellent connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces, though still fewer than in larger cities like Tokyo.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Hiroshima is not a major hub for digital nomads compared to other cities in Japan.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a culture that values leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Hiroshima has a good environmental quality with parks and green spaces throughout the city.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
The city is known for its cleanliness and well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency among locals can pose challenges for non-Japanese speakers.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with low levels of pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with national insurance, but private services can be expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare system with a mix of public and private facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
65%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with four distinct seasons, though summers can be hot and humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk due to earthquakes and typhoons, though the city is well-prepared.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas, including the Peace Memorial Park.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in most buildings, especially during the hot summer months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, with beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and colorful foliage in autumn.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, with historical sites and a vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with a mix of bars and restaurants, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural scenery, including nearby mountains and islands.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools, but opportunities to learn through local interactions.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, especially related to the city's history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Some indoor attractions, including museums and shopping centers, but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local specialties like okonomiyaki and fresh seafood.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing number of healthy food options, though traditional cuisine can be heavy.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Japan's time zone can be challenging for remote work with clients in different regions.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities available locally; many jobs are in-person.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities; the market is not as developed as in larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in Tokyo or Osaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Widely used cash system, but digital payment options are growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency in daily transactions.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Hiroshima Airport offers domestic and limited international flights, but not as extensive as larger airports.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Excellent public transit system with trams, buses, and trains connecting the city.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, especially in the central areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing services compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not as developed as in other cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good access to Shinkansen (bullet train) and buses for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals compared to larger urban areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile network coverage with 4G and 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable, with good connectivity.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; options for digital nomads are limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Japan is politically stable, contributing to a safe living environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for non-residents; requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic processes can make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; options are limited.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly towards nomads, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, with good public services.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate levels of tolerance; some cultural barriers may exist.