Relocate IndexChina vs Japan for Relocation 2026
China scores 61.9 overall vs Japan's 66.8. China leads on purchasing power, warmth, infrastructure, english proficiency. Japan leads on rule of law, safety, healthcare, climate, religious freedom.
Both countries are in East Asia. See all countries in East Asia.
Score comparison
| Dimension | China | Japan | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Power | 73 | 58 | +15 |
| Rule of Law | 51 | 81 | -30 |
| Safety | 83 | 89 | -6 |
| Warmth | 49 | 38 | +11 |
| School Culture | — | 61 | — |
| Healthcare | 63 | 80 | -18 |
| Infrastructure | 81 | 75 | +6 |
| Climate | 79 | 87 | -9 |
| Religious Freedom | 54 | 81 | -26 |
| English Proficiency | 26 | 18 | +7 |
Frequently asked questions
Is China or Japan better for relocation?
Japan scores 66.8 overall compared to China's 61.9 across 10 relocation dimensions. Japan leads on 5 dimensions while China leads on 4.
Which is safer, China or Japan?
Japan scores higher on safety: China 83 vs Japan 89, based on homicide rates (UNODC) and residents' crime reports (Numbeo).
What is the biggest difference between China and Japan?
The largest gap is in rule of law: Japan scores 30 points higher (81 vs 51).