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Athens or Osaka

Comprehensive comparison between Athens (Greece) and Osaka (Japan). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Athens is more affordable than Osaka. Athens has a cost rating of 46/100, while Osaka has a cost rating of 56/100.
In terms of safety, Osaka ranks higher with a safety score of 76/100, compared to Athens at 96/100. Athens's safety score is 76/100 and Osaka's safety score is 96/100.
Average rent in Athens is typically €550 - €800 per month, whereas typical rent in Osaka averages ¥85,000 - ¥135,000 per month.
For Athens, the visa process is rated as: Greek Digital Nomad Visa & Golden Visa (Non-EU remote workers can apply for the 1-to-3 year Greek Digital Nomad Visa; property investors qualify for the Golden Visa program.). For Osaka, the process is rated as: Japan Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) & Digital Nomad Visa (Japan’s Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) visa provides permanent residency in as little as 1 year (80+ points) or 3 years (70+ points), plus Japan’s official Digital Nomad Visa.).