Asia
Tokyo, Japan
Largest metro on earth — safe, efficient, surprisingly affordable for residents.
Livability 88Cost Index 72Pop. 13.9M
Rent 1BR
$1500
city centre / mo
Rent 3BR
$3200
city centre / mo
Avg Net Salary
$3000
per month
Groceries
$380
single, per mo
Transport
$95
monthly pass
Avg Temp
16°C
107 rainy days/yr
Livability Breakdown
Safety92/100
Healthcare90/100
Education88/100
Transport98/100
Job Market84/100
Lifestyle88/100
Climate70/100
Air Quality78/100
Inside Tokyo
A visual sense of streets, transport, housing and public space in Tokyo. All photos are licensed via Wikimedia Commons.
Top Suburbs in Tokyo
Shibuya
Trendy, central
Setagaya
Quiet family wards
Meguro
Stylish, riverside
Koto
Affordable, modern
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent lifestyle and culture scene
- Above-average safety record
- Strong public transport network
- Healthy job market across industries
Cons