Which city has the most foreigners in Japan?

Geographically, Tokyo was home to the most foreign workers with 500,089 people, followed by Aichi Prefecture with 188,691 individuals and Osaka Prefecture with 124,570 people.



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It's true that Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are all relatively international cities with a foreign population, but it's restricted to small areas. For instance, in Tokyo, you may find that it's easier to get by speaking English in small areas such as the Minato or the Shibuya ward, where most foreigners live.

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If you speak English and don't mind living in Japan's English-speaking, gaijin-friendly bubble, having little or no Japanese can be manageable most of the time. You'll still be able to meet new people, experience unique moments, and navigate much of Japan just fine.

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So, if you need to ask someone for directions or go to a hotel or a restaurant, you will generally have no problem only speaking English. Of course, you may go to a bar or a restaurant and get turned away because you only speak English, but don't be offended if this is ever the case.

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What is the most friendly city in Japan? Osaka is known to house the friendliest and most outgoing residents. While most locals may not be fluent in English, they make up for it with their warmth.

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Americans are very welcome and embraced when visiting Japan, and the same is true when people from Japan visit the United States. However, Japanese people are arguably more courteous and willing to help Americans navigate throughout the country when visiting, as manners are extremely important in Japanese culture.

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  • Number 10: Osaka. Osaka is the capital of Osaka prefecture. ...
  • Number 9: Fukuoka. Photo provided by Fukuoka City. ...
  • Number 8: Kyoto. Kyoto is one of the most beautiful and safest places to live in. ...
  • Number 7: Okayama. ...
  • Number 6: Kobe. ...
  • Number 5: Sapporo. ...
  • Number 4: Hiroshima. ...
  • Number 3: Sendai.


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