Tokyo Digital Nomad Guide

Live and work in Tokyo as a digital nomad with confidence, from someone who’s done it.

After being one of the first people in Germany to receive Japan’s new Digital Nomad Visa, I spent six months living and working remotely in Tokyo. I created this guide to share everything I wish I’d known before arriving, from where to live, to how to find housing, and how to make day-to-day life easier as a foreign remote worker.

This guide is designed specifically for digital nomads and remote professionals who are planning a short- to medium-term stay in Tokyo. I cover neighborhoods that strike the right balance between livability, convenience, and local charm, not just the usual tourist hotspots. You’ll also get practical advice on finding furnished apartments without long leases or local guarantors, navigating coworking spaces, and figuring out essentials like SIM cards, healthcare, transportation, and even where to meet other people.

If you’re planning to stay in Japan on the Digital Nomad Visa, this guide complements my separate Japan Digital Nomad Visa Guide, which focuses on the application process and legal requirements. Together, they give you everything you need, from paperwork to real life, to start your Japan chapter with confidence.

Find out more about my story, the Japan Digital Nomad Guide and become a Japan Digital Nomad today!