Side-by-side city decision # Graz vs Fukuoka. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link GrazAustria1/6 VS FukuokaJapan3/6 $1,475Graz monthly budget $1,280Fukuoka monthly budget 155 MbpsGraz internet 180 MbpsFukuoka internet Decision summary Fukuoka Fukuoka leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Fukuoka Speed Fastest internet Fukuoka Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Fukuoka Air Cleanest air Tie Walk Most walkable Graz Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Graz](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/austria/graz.md) Austria 1/6 Budget$1,475 Internet155 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 MetricGrazFukuoka Total estimated budget $1,475 $1,280 1-bed center rent $850 $650 Coworking desk $220 $220 Local meal $15.5 $6.8 Cappuccino $3.9 $3.5 Gym membership $45 $65 Transport budget $65 $70 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricGrazFukuoka Internet speed 155 Mbps 180 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricGrazFukuoka Safety index 82/100 87/100 Air quality 78/100 78/100 Walkability 9/10 8/10 Female safety 8/10 9/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 8/10 6/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricGrazFukuoka Healthcare quality Excellent Excellent English proficiency Good Average Climate type Central European continental Humid subtropical Best time to visit May - Sep 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. [Graz](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/austria/graz.md) Austria → ### Strengths * Compact, highly walkable historic center * Reliable high-speed internet and strong public services * Safer and calmer than many larger European cities * Excellent access to parks, vineyards, and Alpine day trips * Good value relative to Vienna, Salzburg, and Western Europe * Strong student, technology, and research scene ### Trade-offs * Housing competition rises sharply before university terms * Winter can be cold, gray, and affected by valley inversions * Smaller international nomad scene than Vienna * Many administrative processes are German-language and paper-heavy * Sunday retail closures require planning * Long-stay immigration and tax rules can be complex ### Common visa routes * Schengen visa-free stay for eligible nationalities, up to 90 days in any 180-day period * Austria Visa D or residence permit for longer stays, subject to purpose and income requirements * Red-White-Red Card for qualifying skilled employment or self-employment routes [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.