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Japan once had a reputation for having a high cost of living. Previous surveys such as the one by global consulting firm Mercer, have shown that Tokyo has dropped ten spots. Currently, Tokyo holds 19th place, well behind Hong Kong (1), Singapore (2) and Shanghai (12) for the most expensive cities to live in. Despite the lower ranking, the question remains for people who want to move here: “Can I afford to live in Japan?” The answer is still “yes!” Here’s what you need to factor in to understand how much it costs to live in Japan. Calculating the Cost of Living in JapanThe cost of living measur...
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Everyone wants to live in Tokyo, but not everyone can afford a high-rise apartment in Shibuya. Not everyone is willing to commute from the inaka (countryside) either. To help you get the most out of your rent money, let’s go through the average cost for different neighborhoods in Tokyo and some tips for finding the right place to live—for the right price. Is Tokyo expensive?Average cost by wardWhich ward should I live in?Can I afford central Tokyo?Central Tokyo’s border wards are a good middle groundWhat are the cheapest wards in Tokyo?Outside the 23 wardsIs Tokyo expensive?Tokyo is no longer ...
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Are you thinking about starting a new career in Japan? Understanding the country’s job market (and finding a better job) demands insight into industry trends. But your most important question is probably, what is the average salary in Japan? Data from Japan’s National Tax Agency and the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare suggest that, in 2024, the average salary in Japan is ¥4.58 million, approximately $29,589. However, the median is likely closer to ¥3.6 million, equivalent to $23,268. But how do salaries differ across various sectors? Do factors like age or gender influence earnings? Let’...
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Recently, Japan has announced plans to reinvigorate rural areas by encouraging families with children to move to neighborhoods with aging populations in the countryside. The goal is to rouse 10,000 people from the crowded capital to more remote communities with aging populations by 2027. If you are tired of the packed trains and busy streets of Tokyo, starting a family and looking for an escape, this might be just the push you need. But is it worth it? How much?Families who relocate will receive 1 million yen if they meet one of three conditions: Employment at a small or midsize company in the...
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Moving to Japan can be a big change in someone’s life. You’ll have a lot of big choices to make, such as finding the perfect place to live—somewhere that fits your budget, your lifestyle, proximity to work or school or even just somewhere close to the action. The experience can also be a bit overwhelming for first-timers. It isn’t always easy making friends or connections, and knowing just where to look for a place to stay is almost as much trouble as moving in. Thankfully, you don’t have to go it alone. For 30 years, Sakura House and Sakura Hotel have provided foreigners with accessible livin...
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Japanese consumers regularly lament on Twitter over “shrinkflated” products—goods that are getting smaller but not cheaper. Shrinkflation was coined by British economist Pippa Malmgren and is a disguised inflation practice. It’s also all too common in Japan. Bags of potato chips, chocolate bars, tuna cans, bento and more, are discreetly getting smaller while their prices stay the same. Wages also haven’t changed much in Japan since the 2000s. This stealthy price tactic (ステルス値上げ) can affect a families’ food budget. Many well-known brands such as Calbee, Meiji, Country Ma’am, and Kewpie have shr...
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