Why Fukuoka
For many years in a row, several magazines (e.g. 7th most livable city, Monocle 2016) and websites named Fukuoka one of the world’s top ten places to live, work and study.
With rent prices almost one-third of Tokyo’s downtown condominiums, cheap food on every corner and very affordable pubs and cafes to spend a fun night out with friends, this is the best place to be a student or even to settle down.
The city offers a lot of traditional Japanese culture such as temples, shrines, festivals, monuments or castle ruins. But it’s also the greenest urban hub you can find in Japan. You will encounter beautiful natural landscapes: From sandy beaches to isolated islands and steep mountains. In addition, Fukuoka is known for its unique food and large red light district.
Due to its unique geographical location and cosmopolitan flair, Fukuoka is known as the gateway to Japan. It is the ideal spot for travelers, students, food lovers, and explorers alike.
Nowhere else in Japan are more international conferences, fashion shows, exhibitions, concerts, and music festivals held than in Fukuoka. Its close proximity to South Korea, China, and Taiwan combined with regular international flights attracts a lot of international residents.
Fukuoka is the fastest growing city in Japan. The city’s economy is flourishing, and this trend promises to continue.