Moving to Japan from French Polynesia
What to Expect
Considering a move from French Polynesia to Japan? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from French Polynesia to Japan, and you’d need to navigate life in Japanese. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Japan compared to French Polynesia.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
Japan performs significantly better than French Polynesia across all safety metrics.
What about the environment?
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
French Polynesia performs better than Japan across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
Japan performs significantly better than French Polynesia across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
Japan performs significantly better than French Polynesia across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
Japan performs significantly better than French Polynesia across all family life metrics.
Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between French Polynesia and Japan. To live, work, or study long-term in Japan, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Japan's immigration authority.
Japan passport holder visiting French Polynesia
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Japan?
Connectivity is usually fine (Japan: 37.2 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Japan offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Japan safe for expats?
Japan performs significantly better than French Polynesia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Japan is 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.3 in French Polynesia.
What language do they speak in Japan?
The official language in Japan is Japanese. In French Polynesia, the official language is French.
