Side-by-side city decision # Amed vs Fukuoka. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link 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. [Amed](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/amed.md) Indonesia 2/6 Budget$1,000 Internet45 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Fukuoka](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/fukuoka.md) 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. Differences only ### Monthly budget and costs 7 signals MetricAmedFukuoka 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 signals MetricAmedFukuoka Internet speed 45 Mbps 180 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricAmedFukuoka 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 signals MetricAmedFukuoka 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](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/amed.md) 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](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/fukuoka.md) 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.