Sapporo

🇯🇵Japan•East Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living66

Safety87

Healthcare89

Career Opportunities80

Climate67

Transport92

Air Quality80

Family Friendliness91.67

Education88

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Sapporo a good place to live?

Sapporo scores 80/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 66/100), very safe (safety: 87/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 89/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Sapporo?

Sapporo has a cost of living score of 66/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Sapporo?

Sapporo has a transport score of 92/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Sapporo?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Sapporo are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Sapporo safe for expats?

Sapporo has a safety score of 87/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 80/100.

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