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Tokyo cityscape
#2 for Business
#8 for Livability
#5 for Investment

Tokyo

Japan • North Asia • Population: 13.96 million
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City Overview

Overall Score

74.5
out of 100 points across all categories

Quality Tier

AAA
Premium global city classification

A futuristic metropolis rooted in tradition — Tokyo is where precision meets creativity.

Key Industries

  • Technology
  • Finance
  • Automotive
  • Media
  • Tourism

Key Strengths

  • Exceptional public transport and safety
  • Cutting-edge tech industry
  • Global cultural influence
  • Work-Life Balance
    10.0+/10
    Cost of Living
    10.0+/10
    Higher score = more expensive
    User Rating
    Current: 4.7

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    Business Environment

    Analysis of business conditions and economic factors

    93.5
    Score
    Economic Strength
    92.4
    Governance
    90.2
    Financial Maturity
    89.6
    Infrastructure
    96.3

    Business Advantages

    • Exceptional public transport and safety
    • Cutting-edge tech industry
    • Global cultural influence
    • Rich educational ecosystem
    • Low unemployment

    Challenges

    • High living expenses
    • Language and cultural integration barriers
    • Work-life imbalance in some sectors
    • Space limitations in housing
    • Ageing population

    Livability Assessment

    Quality of life, safety, healthcare, and cultural amenities

    87.2
    Score
    Safety
    10.0+
    School Quality
    10.0+
    Community Friendliness
    10.0+
    Ease of Integration
    10.0+

    Livability Highlights

    • Safety Score: 92.0/10
    • Work-Life Balance: 60.0/10
    • School Quality: 80.0/10
    • Community Friendliness: 70.0/10

    Investment Potential

    Real estate market, investment climate, and growth projections

    88.7
    Score
    Real Estate ROI
    Moderate
    Business Climate
    90.0
    Growth Forecast
    Stable
    Investor Protection
    88.0

    Investment Highlights

    • Income Tax Rate: 50.0/10
    • Inheritance Tax: 0.0/10
    • Strategic gateway to Asia markets with excellent connectivity
    • Green Rating: A

    Location Analysis

    Tokyo location map

    Strategic location in North Asia, providing excellent connectivity to major markets and global business centers.

    Key Economic Indicators

    GDP Growth1.2%
    GDP Per Capita$43,000
    Corporate Tax Rate23.2%
    Unemployment Rate2.5%
    Inflation Rate2.6%
    Ease of Doing Business Rank29

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    City Accolades

    Top Global City for Tech Readiness
    , 2023

    City Tags

    futuristiccleansafeculturally-richefficienthigh-density

    Country Information

    CurrencyUSD
    Official LanguageEnglish
    ContinentAsia