WHY STAY IN Fukuoka
Japan’s easiest big city for everyday living.
Fukuoka is one of Japan’s most livable cities for remote workers, combining big-city convenience, lower costs, airport access, beaches, and excellent food.
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COST OF LIVING
Monthly Budget Min.
Monthly Budget Max.
Average Rent (1BR)
Food Cost
Transport Cost
Coworking Cost
Utilites Cost
Gym Cost
$1900
$3600
$1000
$560
$90
$160
$160
$55
Real cost breakdown
CLIMATE
Avg. Summer Temp.
Avg. Winter Temp.
Humidity
Rain
Sunshine
32
6
High
Moderate
Medium
Climate Notes
VISA
Visa Status
Visa Type
Long Stay Possible
No Visa Required 90
Japan Short-Term Stay
no
Visa requirements may vary depending on your nationality. The information provided here reflects the general visa conditions of the country.
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Fukuoka feels easier than Tokyo and more compact than Osaka, while still offering Japan’s safety, trains, food quality, and infrastructure. The airport is unusually close to the city center, neighborhoods are manageable, and the pace is friendly by Japanese urban standards. It works especially well for long-stay travelers who want Japan with less pressure and more everyday comfort. Summers are humid, and the expat scene is smaller than Tokyo, but the quality-of-life balance is excellent.
Fukuoka
Japan / Asia
7.54
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Climate
Healthcare
: Very Safe
: Very Fast
: Moderate
: No Visa Required
: Warm
: Excellent
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