TokyoJapan · Asia

Japan · Asia · Population 9,733,276 · Asia/Tokyo

Tokyo in Japan (Asia) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$2300 incl. rent, a safety index of 78/100, an average annual temperature of 15.6°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$2300incl. rent · est. range

$1900 – $3500

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

78/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

15.6°C avg/yr

1615mm · 2968h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

250Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband)

Air quality

24.5µg/m³ PM2.5 · Moderate

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

Official digital nomad visa

Source: Japan snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Tokyo?

Tokyo has an estimated monthly cost of ~$2300 including rent (range $1900–$3500), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Tokyo safe?

Tokyo scores 78/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Japan?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Japan. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Tokyo?

Median fixed broadband download is about 250 Mbps (public statistical estimate).

About Japan

Japan: GDP per capita ~$0 (World Bank), HDI 0.92, Global Peace Index rank #20 (IEP 2024). Open Japan country page →

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