Side-by-side city decision # Hiroshima vs Stuttgart. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link HiroshimaJapan4/6 VS StuttgartGermany0/6 $1,155Hiroshima monthly budget $2,199Stuttgart monthly budget 210 MbpsHiroshima internet 150 MbpsStuttgart internet Decision summary Hiroshima Hiroshima leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Hiroshima Speed Fastest internet Hiroshima Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Hiroshima Air Cleanest air Hiroshima Walk Most walkable Tie 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 4/6 Budget$1,155 Internet210 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Stuttgart](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/germany/stuttgart.md) Germany 0/6 Budget$2,199 Internet150 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 MetricHiroshimaStuttgart Total estimated budget $1,155 $2,199 1-bed center rent $550 $1,350 Coworking desk $180 $320 Local meal $6.5 $17.5 Cappuccino $3.3 $4.2 Gym membership $55 $55 Transport budget $65 $69 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricHiroshimaStuttgart Internet speed 210 Mbps 150 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricHiroshimaStuttgart Safety index 86/100 77/100 Air quality 76/100 72/100 Walkability 8/10 8/10 Female safety 9/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 6/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricHiroshimaStuttgart Healthcare quality Excellent Excellent English proficiency Basic Good Climate type Humid subtropical Temperate oceanic-continental Best time to visit Mar - May May - Sep 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 * Lower rents and daily costs than Tokyo or Osaka * Very safe, clean, and easy to navigate * Fast, reliable fiber internet and widespread 5G * Excellent local food, including Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki * Efficient trams, buses, and rail connections * Green setting with easy access to Miyajima and the Seto Inland Sea ### Trade-offs * English is limited outside major hotels and tourist sites * International remote-worker community is relatively small * Hot, humid summers and a distinct rainy season * Rental contracts can require Japanese guarantors and upfront fees * Nightlife is quieter than in Tokyo, Osaka, or Fukuoka * Hiroshima Airport is far from the city center ### Common visa routes * Temporary Visitor visa waiver: commonly up to 90 days for eligible nationalities * Japan Digital Nomad Visa: up to 6 months for qualifying high-income remote workers * Work or Business Manager visa: suitable for those sponsored by an employer or operating a Japanese business [Stuttgart](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/germany/stuttgart.md) Germany → ### Strengths * Excellent public transport and regional rail connections * High-quality healthcare and strong overall safety * Fast, reliable home internet and widespread 5G * Access to the Black Forest, vineyards, and hiking trails * International workforce in automotive and technology sectors * Clean tap water and an exceptional food-market culture ### Trade-offs * High rents and a competitive housing market * German bureaucracy can be slow and document-heavy * Winters are often gray, damp, and chilly * English is less universal outside international workplaces * Restaurant and nightlife options are quieter than Berlin * Traffic congestion is common during weekday rush hours ### Common visa routes * Schengen short-stay visa or visa-free entry (90 days in any 180-day period) * German freelance residence permit * Opportunity Card for eligible job seekers 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.