Relocate IndexJapan vs Taiwan for Relocation 2026
Japan scores 66.8 overall vs Taiwan's 80.0. Japan leads on rule of law, safety, climate. Taiwan leads on school culture, religious freedom.
Taiwan has limited data coverage — composite scores are partial.
Both countries are in East Asia. See all countries in East Asia.
Score comparison
| Dimension | Japan | Taiwan | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Power | 58 | — | — |
| Rule of Law | 81 | 76 | +5 |
| Safety | 89 | 83 | +6 |
| Warmth | 38 | — | — |
| School Culture | 61 | 65 | -5 |
| Healthcare | 80 | — | — |
| Infrastructure | 75 | — | — |
| Climate | 87 | 81 | +6 |
| Religious Freedom | 81 | 95 | -14 |
| English Proficiency | 18 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is Japan or Taiwan better for relocation?
Taiwan scores 80.0 overall compared to Japan's 66.8 across 10 relocation dimensions. Taiwan leads on 2 dimensions while Japan leads on 3. Note: Taiwan has limited data coverage — composite scores are partial and may not be directly comparable.
Which is safer, Japan or Taiwan?
Japan scores higher on safety: Japan 89 vs Taiwan 83, based on homicide rates (UNODC) and residents' crime reports (Numbeo).
What is the biggest difference between Japan and Taiwan?
The largest gap is in religious freedom: Taiwan scores 14 points higher (95 vs 81).