Side-by-side city decision # Yokohama vs Perth. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link YokohamaJapan4 VS PerthAustralia1 $1,580Yokohama monthly budget $2,100Perth monthly budget 100 MbpsYokohama internet 55 MbpsPerth internet Decision summary Yokohama Yokohama leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Yokohama Speed Fastest internet Yokohama Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Yokohama Air Cleanest air Perth Walk Most walkable Yokohama Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Yokohama](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/yokohama.md) Japan 4/6 Budget$1,580 Internet100 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Perth](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/australia/perth.md) Australia 1/6 Budget$2,100 Internet55 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 $1,580 $2,100 1-bed center rent $900 $1,400 Coworking desk $200 $300 Local meal $10 $15 Cappuccino $3.5 $4.5 Gym membership $60 $60 Transport budget $80 $100 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 100 Mbps 55 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 85/100 75/100 Air quality 70/100 85/100 Walkability 8/10 7/10 Female safety 8/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 7/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Excellent Excellent English proficiency Average Excellent Climate type Humid subtropical Mediterranean Best time to visit Mar - May Nov - Mar 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. [Yokohama](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/yokohama.md) Japan → ### Strengths * Extremely safe city with low crime * Efficient and punctual public transit * Clean streets and excellent infrastructure * World-class food scene from ramen to sushi * Close proximity to Tokyo without the chaos * Beautiful waterfront parks and gardens ### Trade-offs * Language barrier outside tourist areas * High cost of living compared to other Asian cities * Humid summers with frequent typhoons * Limited nightlife compared to Tokyo * Earthquake risk requiring preparedness * Conservative social norms can feel restrictive ### Common visa routes * Digital Nomad Visa (6 months) * Tourist Visa (90 days) * Working Holiday Visa [Perth](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/australia/perth.md) Australia → ### Strengths * 300 days of sunshine a year * World-class beaches like Cottesloe and Scarborough * Friendly and laid-back locals * Excellent public healthcare system * Strong public transport network (trains, buses, ferries) * No daylight saving, consistent time zone year-round ### Trade-offs * Most isolated major city in the world – long flights anywhere * High rental costs, especially near the CBD * Summer temperatures can exceed 40°C (104°F) * Limited nightlife compared to Sydney or Melbourne * Bush flies can be annoying during warmer months * Expensive domestic flights to the east coast ### Common visa routes * eVisitor (subclass 651) * Working Holiday (subclass 417) * Student (subclass 500) 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.