There are a LOT of great things about living in Japan, many of them unique to the country itself. But there are aspects of living in Japan, and Japanese society, that can make it difficult. Japan is a notoriously homogeneous place, and whether you like it or not, as a foreigner you are an outsider.

Is Japan good place to live for foreigners?

While its known for being crowded and expensive, Tokyo remains one of the best cities in Japan to live in. For foreigners with limited Japanese skills, Tokyo is one of the most accessible places to live.

Is Japanese friendly to foreigners?

Japanese people are very polite, though not overly friendly, due in part to language issues with foreigners. There is a lot of cultural difference between what is considered friendly in the Japanese culture vs western cultures. For example, you dont see Japanese people hugging or kissing in public.

Is Japan easy to live in?

The process of moving to Japan is easy as long as you are prepared. In general, expats can move most household goods into the country without a problem. It is a good idea to have an itemized list in both English and Japanese.

What is good salary Japan?

Average Salary in Japan 2019 This comes out to be about 256,416 yen per month. In terms of US dollars (using the average exchange rate for 2019) thats $28,227 per year, or $2,352 a month.