Tokyo’s been named the best city for what now? If you thought ‘the one where you’re most likely to be asked to work on your vacation’, think again. Since the pandemic, remote working has become a mainstay in many workplaces around the world. This flexibility has opened the door for digital nomads to take ‘workations’ – working vacations – that let them combine their jobs with a change of scenery.
Catering to those curious about the best places to enjoy a fulfilling workation, International Workplace Group’s Work from Anywhere Barometer recently dropped its 2025 ranking for the best workation cities, and Tokyo came out right on top.
The global ranking evaluated cities based on 12 different factors including broadband speed, transport costs, climate, flexible workspace availability and access to nature. With a high score of 91 out of 120, Tokyo was recognised for its excellent broadband speed, world-class transport infrastructure and safety. Japan’s new digital nomad visa, launched in April 2024 and allowing holders to stay in the country for up to 12 months, also earned praise. Additionally, Tokyo's proximity to mountains, coastal regions and national parks was another major plus.
Here’s the full top ten ranking:
- Tokyo
- Rio de Janeiro
- Budapest
- Seoul
- Barcelona
- Beijing
- Lisbon
- Rome
- Paris
- Valletta
For more on the Work from Anywhere Barometer, visit IWG’s website.
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- Rio de Janeiro
- Budapest
- Seoul
- Barcelona
- Beijing
- Lisbon
- Rome
- Paris
- Valletta
For more on the Work from Anywhere Barometer, visit IWG’s website.
More from Time Out Tokyo
I’m donut? opens a speciality gluten-free doughnut shop in Shibuya
Tokyo dessert restaurant Haruka Murooka specialises in sweet omakase courses
This Tokyo bar was just named a must-visit by Time Out Worldwide
We visited Okinawa’s new Junglia theme park – here’s what to expect
Film adaptation of cult indie game ‘The Exit 8’ due for release in late August
Want to be the first to know what’s cool in Tokyo? Sign up to our newsletter for the latest updates from Tokyo and Japan.