Japan73.95
Overall rating
Open country profileJapan vs. Singapore: Country Comparison
Japan leads the overall rating with 73.95 points, ahead of Singapore with 73.93 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Crypto Tax Rate and Volcano Risk.
Japan
Singapore73.93
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Tie
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Singapore scores clearly better than Japan on Crypto Tax Rate.
Singapore scores clearly better than Japan on Volcano Risk.
Japan scores clearly better than Singapore on Protected Land Area (%).
Singapore scores clearly better than Japan on Earthquake Risk.
Singapore scores clearly better than Japan on Tsunami Risk.
Japan scores clearly better than Singapore on Mountain Access.
Japan scores clearly better than Singapore on Energy Self-Sufficiency.
Japan scores clearly better than Singapore on Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price.
Categories Compared
Japan
77 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Singapore
87 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 85 | 84 | Japan |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 86 | 96 | Singapore |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 34 | 86 | Singapore |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 83 | 75 | Japan |
| Legal Protection & Property | 79 | 83 | Singapore |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 79 | 87 | Singapore |
Japan
85 points
❤️ Health
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Singapore
83 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 85 | 83 | Japan |
| Environmental Health | 84 | 81 | Japan |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 86 | 85 | Japan |
Japan
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Singapore
77 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 48 | 78 | Singapore |
| Investment & Capital Access | 81 | 84 | Singapore |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 80 | Singapore |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 61 | 79 | Singapore |
| Real Estate & Property | 62 | 24 | Japan |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 56 | 79 | Singapore |
| Macroeconomics | 69 | 78 | Singapore |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 90 | Singapore |
Japan
52 points
🏠 Costs
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Singapore
41 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 45 | 43 | Japan |
| Food & Basic Goods | 40 | 20 | Japan |
| Dining & Going Out | 62 | 32 | Japan |
| Mobility Costs | 50 | 37 | Japan |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 63 | 70 | Singapore |
| Personal Services | 51 | 43 | Japan |
Japan
83 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Singapore
80 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 88 | 87 | Japan |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 79 | 80 | Singapore |
| Electricity & Energy | 72 | 63 | Japan |
| Internet & Connectivity | 92 | 89 | Japan |
| Public Transport | 86 | 85 | Japan |
Japan
72 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Singapore
54 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 53 | 38 | Japan |
| Climate & Weather | 63 | 69 | Singapore |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 79 | 28 | Japan |
| Leisure & Recreation | 89 | 64 | Japan |
| Arts & Entertainment | 78 | 57 | Japan |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 95 | 81 | Japan |
| Family-Friendly | 71 | 55 | Japan |
| Pet-Friendly | 47 | 43 | Japan |
Japan
74 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Singapore
87 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 82 | 92 | Singapore |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 84 | 85 | Singapore |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 74 | 88 | Singapore |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 82 | 96 | Singapore |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 67 | 70 | Singapore |
| Language & Integration | 46 | 84 | Singapore |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 66 | 78 | Singapore |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 75 | 99 | Singapore |
Japan
89 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Singapore
81 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 95 | 97 | Singapore |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 93 | 97 | Singapore |
| Attractions & Activities | 95 | 78 | Japan |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 94 | 64 | Japan |
| Vacation Costs | 65 | 52 | Japan |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 93 | 98 | Singapore |
Japan
74 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Singapore
66 points
| Topic | Japan | Singapore | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 83 | 56 | Japan |
| Education & Knowledge | 77 | 84 | Singapore |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 70 | 59 | Japan |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 75 | 70 | Japan |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 65 | 59 | Japan |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 83 | 81 | Japan |
| Religion & Worldviews | 82 | 72 | Japan |
| Demography | 47 | 53 | Singapore |