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Galway or Osaka

Comprehensive comparison between Galway (Ireland) 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, Osaka is more affordable than Galway. Galway has a cost rating of 66/100, while Osaka has a cost rating of 56/100.
In terms of safety, Osaka ranks higher with a safety score of 88/100, compared to Galway at 96/100. Galway's safety score is 88/100 and Osaka's safety score is 96/100.
Average rent in Galway is typically €1,100 - €1,600 per month, whereas typical rent in Osaka averages ¥85,000 - ¥135,000 per month.
For Galway, the visa process is rated as: Critical Skills Employment Permit & EU Freedom (Full EU freedom of movement complemented by Ireland’s Critical Skills Employment Permit leading to fast permanent residency (Stamp 4).). 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.).