Amed
Indonesia
2/6
Budget$1,000
Internet45 Mbps
Vibe8/10
Side-by-side city decision
Amed vs Fukuoka.
A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.
AmedIndonesia2/6
VS
FukuokaJapan3/6
$1,000Amed monthly budget
$1,280Fukuoka monthly budget
45 MbpsAmed internet
180 MbpsFukuoka internet
Decision summary
Fukuoka
Fukuoka leads on more of the six headline signals.
Cost
Best budget
Amed
Speed
Fastest internet
Fukuoka
Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Tie
Safety
Highest safety
Fukuoka
Air
Cleanest air
Amed
Walk
Most walkable
Fukuoka
Quick read
Two cities at a glance
The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.
Fukuoka
Japan
3/6
Budget$1,280
Internet180 Mbps
Vibe8/10
Full comparison
Compare what matters
Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.
Monthly budget and costs
7 signalsMetricAmedFukuoka
Total estimated budget
$1,000
$1,280
1-bed center rent
$550
$650
Coworking desk
$120
$220
Local meal
$2.3
$6.8
Cappuccino
$2.5
$3.5
Gym membership
$35
$65
Transport budget
$70
$70
Work and infrastructure
2 signalsMetricAmedFukuoka
Internet speed
45 Mbps
180 Mbps
Nomad vibe
8/10
8/10
Quality of life
5 signalsMetricAmedFukuoka
Safety index
78/100
87/100
Air quality
83/100
78/100
Walkability
4/10
8/10
Female safety
7/10
9/10
LGBTQ+ friendly
6/10
6/10
Culture and climate
4 signalsMetricAmedFukuoka
Healthcare quality
Average
Excellent
English proficiency
Average
Average
Climate type
Tropical monsoon
Humid subtropical
Best time to visit
May - Oct
Oct - Nov
Beyond the numbers
What each city asks you to trade
Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture.
Amed
Indonesia
Strengths
- Quiet coastal setting with excellent snorkeling and diving
- Lower living costs than Canggu, Ubud, and Seminyak
- Dramatic Mount Agung and sunrise views
- Friendly local community and relaxed pace
- Generally clean air and little urban traffic
- Good local Indonesian food at modest prices
Trade-offs
- A scooter is close to essential for daily life
- Internet quality varies substantially by villa and village
- Few formal coworking spaces or dedicated desks
- Healthcare is limited compared with southern Bali
- Long transfer time to Denpasar airport
- Limited nightlife, shopping, and international dining
Common visa routes
- Visa on Arrival / e-VOA for eligible nationalities
- B211A Visit Visa
- E33G Remote Worker Visa
Fukuoka
Japan
Strengths
- Lower living costs than Tokyo and Osaka
- Fast, reliable fiber internet and extensive 5G
- Exceptionally safe and clean urban environment
- Excellent ramen, seafood, and casual dining
- Airport is remarkably close to the city center
- Walkable core with efficient subway connections
Trade-offs
- Summer heat, humidity, and typhoon risk can be intense
- English is limited outside international-facing businesses
- Apartments often require substantial upfront move-in fees
- Digital-nomad community is smaller than Tokyo's
- Some smaller shops and bars remain cash-oriented
- Visa options for long-term remote workers are restrictive
Common visa routes
- Japan Digital Nomad Visa
- Temporary Visitor Visa Waiver
- Working Holiday Visa
Reading the result
Use this as a planning benchmark
The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices.
Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices.
Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity.
Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.