25 of the Best Cities to Live In

25. Tokyo, Japan


Tokyo is a city that can't be summed up. It's so huge, dramatic, and dynamic that it never slows down, but somehow manages to provide quiet places of calm and deep tradition. As the capital of Japan, it's home to almost 13 million people and is one of the world's most high-tech cities. What's impressive is how it all works. The streets are clean and daily life runs smoothly. Public medicine is reputable and affordable, and schools are challenging and highly regarded. Ancient temples are a stone's throw away from neon towers. 

You can spend the morning sitting in a peaceful garden and the evening in a Michelin-starred bar specializing in pleasure. The city is safe - crime is low and people care about people. Whether you've come here to pursue a career, study, or just visit, Tokyo far exceeds your expectations. Its ability to bring together heritage and modernity is rare and life here is a constant case of stepping into the future while staying connected to the past.