Osaka
Japan, Asia
19.1M people
Asia/Tokyo
Japanese
City
Megacity
Osaka
Osaka is a major city in Japan, known for its vibrant street food scene, bustling markets, and rich history.
Cultural Hub
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
28°
L: 18°
Best time to visitMarch
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
70
Rent Index
Expensive
75
Groceries
Expensive
65
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,000
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
80
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
50
Good
Average50
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
75
Excellent
Good75
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 95/100
Entertainment
90/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$4K
Annual Salary
SPEED
150
Mbps Internet
SPACES
100
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
78
out of 100
Good78
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
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
150
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
150
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
65
Good
Good65
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$80
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
90
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
85
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$80
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
Osaka University
Higher education institution
Kyoto University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
95
Excellent95
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
90
Excellent90
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
88
Excellent88
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
50
Average50
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
75
Good75
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
150 Mbps
Internet Speed
100
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure85/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance85/100
Avg Salary
$3,500
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom75/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease75/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency50/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
Japanese
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Vibrant and active
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Tokyo
Languages
Japanese
Emergency
119
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Vibrant and active
Best Time to Visit
March
April
May
October
November
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
19.1M
Population
78
Cost Index
150 Mbps
Internet
$1.0K
1BR Rent
90
Transport
$4K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Osaka University
Nearby location
Kyoto University
Nearby location
Airports
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Nearby location
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