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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to Southeast Asian cities but cheaper than Tokyo; daily expenses are manageable for mid-budget nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
40%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate; smaller apartments and guesthouses available but still pricier than many Asian alternatives.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce; eating out can be affordable but imported goods are costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; regional trains and buses are affordable for daily commuting.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like cinemas and cultural events are moderately priced; nightlife is limited but affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced; some local gyms offer monthly plans suitable for nomads.
💱 Currency Stability
96%
Weight: 30
Japanese Yen is highly stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available; average speeds around 100-300 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to major cities; a few options exist but not abundant.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though speeds and seating comfort vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
51%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall limited compared to larger Japanese cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Oita is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; most nomads prefer bigger cities like 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
78%
Weight: 30
Japanese culture emphasizes work-life balance; Oita offers a relaxed pace compared to metropolitan areas.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean air and well-maintained natural surroundings; low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
Japan is known for exceptional cleanliness; Oita is no exception with clean streets and public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
34%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist areas; basic Japanese knowledge is helpful.
💨 Air Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Generally very good air quality due to low industrial activity and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and safe environment; less entertainment for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities with advanced medical technology.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with Japan’s national insurance, but out-of-pocket costs can be high for uninsured foreigners.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
62%
Weight: 80
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; rainy season in early summer can be inconvenient.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and typhoons; well-prepared infrastructure mitigates impact.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to natural hot springs and mountains.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public transport are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
73%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with pleasant spring and autumn; hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
89%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution levels; quiet residential and city areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich traditional culture with festivals, temples, and local crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more subdued compared to larger Japanese cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Access to hot springs, mountains, and coastal activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some language schools available; immersion possible but limited English-speaking community.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours, including hot spring visits and traditional crafts.
🎳 Indoors Fun
52%
Weight: 10
Museums and cultural centers available but limited compared to major cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is fresh and unique, especially seafood and hot spring cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; more common in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
53%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and vegetables widely available; healthy eating is common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+9; favorable for Asia-Pacific clients but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited expat and digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and dispersed.
🏢 Coworking Quality
42%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Oita compared to Tokyo or Osaka.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Cash is king but electronic payments like Suica and PayPay are growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Japan is crypto-friendly but adoption in Oita is limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Oita Airport offers domestic flights and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Reliable buses and trains but less extensive than major cities.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with good sidewalks and pedestrian areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; taxis are available but expensive.
🚲 Cycling
57%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure is moderate.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other parts of Kyushu and Japan.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Japan has strict visa policies; tourist visas are easy but work visas are challenging.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex filing for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some cultural constraints.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
38%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners without residency; requires documentation and Japanese language.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
42%
Weight: 10
Complex procedures and language barriers for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and safe environment but limited infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for nomads specifically in Oita.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
98%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and respectful environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally polite but limited diversity; some cultural misunderstandings possible.