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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Nagoya is relatively expensive compared to many global cities, though cheaper than Tokyo and Osaka.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high for central locations but more affordable in suburbs; limited options for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Food prices are moderate; groceries can be expensive for imported goods but local produce is reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transit is efficient and affordable with extensive train and bus networks.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are diverse but can be pricey, especially nightlife and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many options including 24-hour gyms.
💱 Currency Stability
91%
Weight: 30
Japanese Yen is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with speeds often exceeding 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, though fewer than Tokyo; quality is generally good.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, but connection speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread or well-known as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Nagoya is less popular among digital nomads compared to Tokyo or Osaka.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
54%
Weight: 30
Japanese work culture is demanding, but Nagoya offers a more relaxed pace than Tokyo.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and well-maintained urban environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
93%
Weight: 10
Nagoya is very clean with strict waste management and public hygiene standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
31%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency among locals; basic Japanese knowledge is helpful.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes from industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good education and healthcare facilities; safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable due to universal insurance but can be costly without coverage.
🏥 Healthcare
89%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
52%
Weight: 80
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; rainy season in June-July.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and typhoons; good disaster preparedness.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urban density limits large natural spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Widespread use of air conditioning in homes, offices, and public transport.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with cherry blossoms in spring and colorful autumn foliage.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution except in busy commercial areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene; less vibrant than Tokyo but with good bars and izakayas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby mountains and coastal areas for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
62%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and cultural centers offer Japanese classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours including historical sites and culinary experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, museums, and entertainment complexes available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine including famous Nagoya specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios exist but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options available but traditional diet is often high in carbs and sodium.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
UTC+9; favorable for Asia-Pacific clients but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events; less international than Tokyo.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more opportunities in Tokyo.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent compared to Tokyo and Osaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Cash is still king but electronic payments and mobile wallets are increasing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Chubu Centrair International Airport offers good domestic and international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
84%
Weight: 20
Efficient and punctual public transit system including subways and buses.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing is limited due to regulatory restrictions; taxis are expensive.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure exists but is not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent Shinkansen and train connections to major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage with 5G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but often requires registration and is limited in speed.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward but no specific digital nomad visa; work visas are strict.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex filing for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Generally free with some cultural self-censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
38%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners without residency; requires Japanese documents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; language barrier and bureaucracy can be challenging.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Small online digital nomad community focused on Nagoya.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
92%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for foreigners in social integration.