Sapporo
Japan, Asia
1.9M people
Asia/Tokyo
Japanese
City
Capital
Sapporo
Sapporo is the fifth-largest city in Japan, the capital of Hokkaido prefecture, and a major economic and cultural center in northern Japan. Known for its beer, snow festivals, and stunning natural landscapes.
Major City
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
22°
L: 8°
Best time to visitJune
Annual rainfall
1100mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
65
Rent Index
Expensive
70
Groceries
Expensive
75
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$800
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,800
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
75
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
75
Excellent
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 30/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
Sapporo
Japan
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$4K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
38h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
60
Moderate
Poor60
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
119
Hospital Density
40
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
84
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent99
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
119
Disaster Risk
Medium
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
90
Health Index
LIFESPAN
84
Years
HOSPITALS
40
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$60
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
80
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$60
per month
Fuel
$1.8
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
Hokkaido University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
30
Bad30
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure70/100
Visa Process50/100
Banking & Finance80/100
Avg Salary
$3,500
Work Hours/Week
38h
Internet Cost
$40/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom70/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity30/100
Official Languages
Japanese
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, outdoor activities popular
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Languages
Japanese
Emergency
119
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, outdoor activities popular
Best Time to Visit
June
July
August
September
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
1.9M
Population
78
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$0.8K
1BR Rent
80
Transport
$4K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
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☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
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🎟️ Monthly Pass
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🚕 Taxi (8km)
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⛽ Gas (1L)
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🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
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🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
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🔌 Utilities (1 person)
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🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
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🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
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🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
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🍚 Rice (1kg)
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🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
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🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
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💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
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🎫 Cinema Ticket
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👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
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💇 Haircut
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👖 Jeans
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👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Hokkaido University
Nearby location
Airports
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Nearby location
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