Why is Osaka More Liveable City Than Other Cities Around the World

There are too many reasons to choose living in Osaka, so here we collect 7 good reasons to live in Osaka.

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This city appeals foreigners around the world in many aspects. It is both a traditional and a modern city. Osaka has a great transporation system and the largest metro area after Tokyo.It also has a great food culture and people in Osaka are very friendly. And finaly and most importantly living costs are really low in Osaka.

Osaka is one of the most liveable cities around the world after Viena and Melbourne according to a survey. It is located in the southern portion of Honshu. Living in Osaka is much greater than living in any other city and it is a wonderful place to live for people who are seeking for happines and comfort in Japan. It is also one of the largest cities and osaka has nearly 19 million population.
There are too many reasons to choose living in Osaka, so here we collect 7 good reasons to live in Osaka.

1. A Relaxing Place

Because Osaka is a very big city you can expect that it would be very noisy, crowded and exhausted to live in Osaka. But in fact it is not that kind of place. This city actually is not that much crowded and it offers lots of relaxing places and quiet spots in the very heart of Osaka. You can visit Utsubo Park, Grand Front Osaka’s Rooftop Garden to relax or Diamond Point to enjoy the great scenery in Osaka. There are also many other parks and calming places all over the city if you are looking for a place to relax and chill.

2. Living Costs Are Very Low

When it is compared to Tokyo, Osaka is a great city with its lower living costs. Living in Osaka is very cheap which is a really good thing especially for students who are decided to live in Osaka. Also it is really good to know that for foreigners who are having struggle deciding which city to live in Japan.

3. Transportation

Osaka has great and very sufficent transportation system, and after Tokyo, this city has the country's second largest metro area. There are both overground and underground trains and buses that you can use for transportation. But most importantly, delays are vey rare in Osaka, although it can get very crowded in the busy hours. And also from Osaka you can reach rest of the Japan by train. It also has ferries and two airports.

4. Safe Place to Live

While living in Osaka you don't have to worry about your security or walking alone at night. Although it has the highest crime rate in the country, it is yet safer than other big cities around the world. Osaka is really safe and secure when compared to other large and crowded cities and it is a great place to live because of that.

5. Food Culture

Osaka is the perfect place to eat and this city is actually called Japan's kitchen because of its food culture. Osaka offers wonderful options to eat, there are many restaurants and street food options in the city. People who are living in Osaka, they really love to eat and this city is one of the best places around the world to eat with its diverse and delicious food culture.There are many great restaurants in Osaka with delicious foods. You can try eating Okonomiyaki which is like a savory pancake, Takoyaki which is fried octopus balls in batter and many other great foods.

6. Lovely People And Diverse Population

People who are living in Osaka are very friendly and you can talk with them everytime. Both the city and the city's people are very lovely, consequently this fact about Osaka makes the city more liveable than other cities. Moreover, Osaka has a large population of foreigners and this city appeals foreigners and they love living in Osaka very much.

7. Home to Famous Festivals

It is really fun to live in Osaka because it is home to many famous festivals in the world. One of them is the Tenjin Matsuri, held on July 24-25, which is very popular. Also you can see the annual Osaka Asian Film Festival which is held on every march if you are into films. There also many other festivals that are taking place in Osaka. With its various festivals you wouldn't get bored while living in Osaka.

Sources:

  • https://propertylistings.ft.com/propertynews/japan/5529-five-reasons-to-live-in-osaka-japan.html
  • https://resources.realestate.co.jp/area-guide/osaka-living-guide/
  • https://www.internations.org/go/moving-to-osaka/living
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