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Nikko vs Niseko

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Nikko, Japan compared with Niseko, Japan: cost of living, scores, climate and more.

At a glance

At a glance
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Country Japan Japan
Nomad score 5.8 / 10 0.0 / 10
Cost of living $1,760 / mo Data unavailable
Internet speed Data unavailable Data unavailable
Weather now 18° / 9°C 9° / -1°C
Air quality (AQI) 45 Good 57 Moderate

Climate averages

Yearly averages of monthly climate data

Climate averages
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Average high 17.6°C 12.3°C
Average low 9.1°C 3.5°C
Precipitation 157 mm / mo 132 mm / mo
Sunshine 248 h / mo 228 h / mo
Humidity 74% 84%
Rain days 14.6 / mo 16.7 / mo
Wind speed 12.8 km/h 13.3 km/h

JP Nikko · average high by month

JP Niseko · average high by month

Air quality

Air quality
JP Nikko JP Niseko
US AQI 45 57
PM2.5 3.2 µg/m³ 14.2 µg/m³
PM10 3.3 µg/m³ 19.6 µg/m³
Ozone 102 µg/m³ 86 µg/m³
UV index 0.5 0.2

Business & Economy

Scores out of 10

Business & Economy
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Blockchain & Crypto Adoption 2.5 0.0
Local Payment Services 7.2 0.0
Startup Scene 2.5 0.0

Climate & Environment

Scores out of 10

Climate & Environment
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Air Conditioning 6.6 0.0
Green Spaces 9.1 0.0
Natural Disaster Risk 4.5 0.0
Noise Pollution 7.7 0.0
Seasonal Variety 8.4 0.0
Weather 6.5 0.0

Connectivity

Scores out of 10

Connectivity
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Mobile Network Coverage 8.7 0.0
Power Grid Reliability 9.2 0.0
Public WiFi Availability 4.9 0.0
VPN Reliability 8.9 0.0

Cost & Affordability

Scores out of 10

Cost & Affordability
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Accommodation Cost 5.4 0.0
Cost of Living 5.6 0.0
Currency Stability 8.8 0.0
Entertainment Cost 5.8 0.0
Food & Groceries 6.4 0.0
Gym Membership Cost 4.7 0.0
Transportation Cost 6.2 0.0

Culture & Entertainment

Scores out of 10

Culture & Entertainment
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Culture 8.2 0.0
Indoors Fun 4.2 0.0
Language Learning Opportunities 3.7 0.0
Local Experiences & Tours 7.9 0.0
Nightlife 2.2 0.0
Outdoors & Nature 9.0 0.0

Digital Nomad Community

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Community
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Nomad Events & Meetups 1.4 0.0
Nomad Friendly 3.1 0.0
Online Community Presence 1.8 0.0

Digital Nomad Essentials

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Essentials
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Cafes with WiFi 3.8 0.0
Coworking Spaces Availability 2.3 0.0
Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes 2.2 0.0
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.0 0.0
Internet Speed 7.3 0.0
Local SIM Card Availability 7.5 0.0

Food & Fitness

Scores out of 10

Food & Fitness
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Fitness Facilities 4.2 0.0
Food Scene 6.4 0.0
Healthy Food Options 6.1 0.0
Yoga Studios 3.2 0.0

Healthcare

Scores out of 10

Healthcare
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Healthcare 7.3 0.0
Healthcare Affordability 7.0 0.0
Healthcare Quality 7.6 0.0

Legal & Administrative

Scores out of 10

Legal & Administrative
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Digital Nomad Visa Availability 5.8 0.0
Ease of Business Registration 4.7 0.0
Ease of Opening Bank Account 3.2 0.0
Freedom of Speech 8.4 0.0
Political Stability 9.1 0.0
Tax Friendliness 4.1 0.0
Visa Ease 6.7 0.0

Quality of Life

Scores out of 10

Quality of Life
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Air Quality 9.1 0.0
Cleanliness 8.7 0.0
Environmental Quality 8.7 0.0
Family Friendly 7.5 0.0
Language Barrier 4.2 0.0
Work-Life Balance 7.4 0.0

Safety & Tolerance

Scores out of 10

Safety & Tolerance
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Female Friendly 8.8 0.0
Racial Tolerance 7.1 0.0
Safety 9.5 0.0

Transportation

Scores out of 10

Transportation
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Airport Connectivity 6.0 0.0
Cycling 3.8 0.0
Intercity Travel Options 7.0 0.0
Public Transit 5.9 0.0
Ride-sharing Services 2.0 0.0
Scooter/Bike Rental Availability 4.1 0.0
Walkability 6.1 0.0

Work Environment

Scores out of 10

Work Environment
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Coworking Quality 3.1 0.0
Freelance Ecosystem 2.5 0.0
Networking Opportunities 2.5 0.0
Remote Job Opportunities 2.9 0.0
Time Zone Favorability 6.7 0.0

Clothing

Local prices in US dollars

Clothing
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Jeans $44 per pair —
Summer Dress $37 per dress —
Running Shoes $62 per pair —

Dining Out

Local prices in US dollars

Dining Out
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Dining Out $50 per month —

Entertainment

Local prices in US dollars

Entertainment
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Cinema Ticket $12 per ticket —

Food & Dining

Local prices in US dollars

Food & Dining
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Coffee $2.81 per cup —
Beer $4.37 per pint —
Meal (Inexpensive) $6.24 per meal —
Fast Food Combo $5.62 per meal —
Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) $50 per meal —
Apples $2.50 per kg —
Bread $1.56 per loaf —
Water (1.5L bottle) $0.75 per bottle —
Milk $1.37 per liter —
Rice $2.81 per kg —
Chicken Fillets $6.24 per kg —
Beef $12 per kg —
Wine (Mid-range) $12 per bottle —

Groceries

Local prices in US dollars

Groceries
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Groceries $156 per month —

Health Insurance

Local prices in US dollars

Health Insurance
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Health Insurance $62 per month —

Healthcare

Local prices in US dollars

Healthcare
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Doctor Visit (GP) $44 per visit —
Pharmacy (basic meds) $9.36 per purchase —

Housing

Local prices in US dollars

Housing
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Apartment (1 bedroom) $374 per month —
Housing $218 per month —
Coworking Space $62 per month —
Airbnb (1 month) $749 per month —
Coliving Space $499 per month —

Internet & Mobile

Local prices in US dollars

Internet & Mobile
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Internet & Mobile $31 per month —

Leisure Activities

Local prices in US dollars

Leisure Activities
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Leisure Activities $19 per month —

Personal Care

Local prices in US dollars

Personal Care
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Haircut $16 per visit —
Laundry $2.50 per kg —

Services

Local prices in US dollars

Services
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Mobile Plan $19 per month —
Internet (60 Mbps+) $31 per month —
SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) $16 one-time —
Gym Membership $37 per month —
Tennis Court (Weekend) $12 per hour —

Transportation

Local prices in US dollars

Transportation
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Taxi Start $4.37 per trip —
Transportation $31 per month —
Taxi per km $2.18 per km —
Monthly Transport Pass $62 per month —
Ride-hailing (5km) $12 per trip —
Gasoline $1.12 per liter —
Scooter Rental $25 per month —

Utilities

Local prices in US dollars

Utilities
JP Nikko JP Niseko
Utilities $62 per month —
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