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Japanese Expats Moving to Germany: Your Questions, Answered

If you’re a new or soon-to-be expat in Germany, you probably aren’t quite sure yet what it will be like. That’s why we gathered the answers to some key questions you may have about life in Germany. If you want to ask more specific questions — or even share your own tips — join InterNations! You’ll be part of a community of new and experienced expats who love to help each other out.

What are the most common nationalities in Germany? As an expat in Germany, you'll meet people from many different cultures (especially if you're an InterNations member!) The top nationalities in the InterNations Communities in Germany currently are:

• Americans
• Indians
• Italians
• British

Which cities are most popular among expats in Germany? Some cities attract more expats than others. These are the cities with the largest expat communities in Germany:

• Berlin
• Hamburg
• Munich

How much rent do expats pay in Germany? Your personal situation plays a role here. Single expats spend on average 950 USD on their accommodation per month, while expat families spend around 1.825 USD. And of course, rents can also vary greatly depending on the location and city within Germany.

To give you an idea of what to expect, here are some rent averages for the most popular cities in Germany.

Average rent in Berlin

• Single expats: 1.425 USD
• Expat families: 2.560 USD

Average rent in Hamburg

• Single expats: 1.120 USD
• Expat families: 2.150 USD

Average rent in Munich

• Single expats: 1.565 USD
• Expat families: 2.730 USD

How safe is Germany?
You may be wondering about safety. In general people perceive their personal safety situation in Germany as very safe. People rate the risk of falling victim to petty crime (such as pickpocketing or minor theft) as very low. They consider the chance of being the victim of violent crime (including mugging) very low. And, they rate confidence in the police force and related local authorities as very high.

How safe is Germany for women? Female expats rated the safety situation in Germany as very safe. This is based on the feedback of expat women living in Germany (rather than actual crime statistics). So obviously this can be highly subjective and depends on factors such as where people live.

Tips and Advice on Germany from Your Fellow Japanese Expats

Obviously, expat life in Germany goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow Japanese is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the German mentality and way of life. Japanese in Germany are a part of our community, calling cities such as Hamburg, Munich, Berlin, and many others home. You can use InterNations to look for fellow Japanese in Berlin, for example.

Wondering where to shop for Japanese delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the German InterNations Community!

• Our network is the best place to meet expats from Japan.
• On the Germany Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get sushi and sashimi in Berlin, etc.
• The InterNations Places database for Germany has information on the nearest Japanese embassy and many other institutions.

From the picturesque islands off the Frisian coast to beautiful Bavaria, you can meet supportive and friendly Japanese expats in Germany on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow Japanese in Germany

Additionally, InterNations hosts regular expat events and activities in Germany. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some German roast pork with Knödel, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Berlin’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Germany? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see the sublime Alpine scenery and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from Japan and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your InterNations membership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Konbanwa from our Japanese living in Germany!