Tokyo is a place where temples sit next to neon-lit skyscrapers, and where sushi chefs are as revered as tech moguls. It boasts the most Michelin-star rated restaurants in the world. From the gardens of Meiji Shrine to the chaos of Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo is a sensory overload. You can slurp steaming ramen noodles at 3 AM or lose yourself in a maze of arcade games until dawn breaks.
The Good
- ๐ Decent nightlife
- ๐คค Great food options
- ๐ Streetfood
- โ Coffee
- ๐ผ Plenty of places to work
- ๐ฆ Strong nomad community
- ๐ฎ Safe
- ๐ก Strong wifi coverage
- ๐ Fast wifi
- ๐ Good public transport
- ๐๏ธ Architecture
- ๐๏ธ Shopping
- ๐๏ธ Amazing hotels
The Bad
- ๐ฐ Relatively expensive
- ๐จ High cost of accomodation
- ๐ Traffic
- ๐๏ธ Pollution
- ๐ธ Very Touristy
- ๐คผ Crowded
Living costs
- Tokyo is the most expensive place (out of 2) to live in Japan
- The average salary in Tokyo is
- It's about 11% more expensive to live in Tokyo than it is Athens
- You can expect to spend around $1,866.54 per month living here
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- Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
- Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 3rd Jun 2026
Safety
Tokyo is known for its low crime rates, efficient public transport, and a culture that prioritises safety and respect.