Side-by-side city decision # Hiroshima vs Siem Reap. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link HiroshimaJapan5 VS Siem ReapCambodia1 $1,370Hiroshima monthly budget $850Siem Reap monthly budget 85 MbpsHiroshima internet 30 MbpsSiem Reap internet Decision summary Hiroshima Hiroshima leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Siem Reap Speed Fastest internet Hiroshima Vibe Best nomad vibe Hiroshima Safety Highest safety Hiroshima Air Cleanest air Hiroshima Walk Most walkable Hiroshima Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Hiroshima](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/hiroshima.md) Japan 5/6 Budget$1,370 Internet85 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Siem Reap](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/siem-reap.md) Cambodia 1/6 Budget$850 Internet30 Mbps Vibe7/10 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 Total estimated budget $1,370 $850 1-bed center rent $720 $450 Coworking desk $175 $100 Local meal $10 $4 Cappuccino $4.5 $2.5 Gym membership $55 $40 Transport budget $90 $50 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 85 Mbps 30 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 87/100 60/100 Air quality 78/100 70/100 Walkability 8/10 6/10 Female safety 9/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 7/10 5/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Average English proficiency Average Average Climate type Humid subtropical Tropical monsoon Best time to visit Mar - May Nov - Feb 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. [Hiroshima](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/hiroshima.md) Japan → ### Strengths * Safe and clean city * Excellent public transport * Rich history and Peace Memorial Park * Delicious local cuisine (okonomiyaki) * Affordable compared to Tokyo * Friendly locals ### Trade-offs * Limited nightlife compared to Tokyo/Osaka * Summer humidity can be intense * English signage not everywhere * Typhoon season (Aug-Sep) * Fewer coworking spaces than larger cities * Some neighborhoods hilly ### Common visa routes * Tourist visa (90 days) * Working Holiday Visa (available for select countries) * Designated Activities Visa (remote work possible) [Siem Reap](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/cambodia/siem-reap.md) Cambodia → ### Strengths * Very affordable cost of living * Rich cultural heritage with Angkor Wat * Friendly local community * Plenty of cafes and coworking spaces * Easy access to temples and nature * Growing digital nomad scene ### Trade-offs * Hot and humid climate most of the year * Frequent power outages * Limited healthcare facilities * Tap water is not drinkable * Poor road infrastructure * Visa runs required every 30 days ### Common visa routes * Tourist visa (30 days, extendable) * Ordinary visa (E-class, 30 days) * Business visa (1 year multiple entry) 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.