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League Table (based on 2011 results)

Japan

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Japan

Economics

31^st

1^st

Overall

12^th

Income

5^th

Disposable income

15^th

Nicer/bigger property

14^th

Domestic helper/staff

27^th

Swimming pool

27^th

More than one property

20^th

Nicer Cars

19^th

Boat or yacht

13^th

More luxurious holidays

9^th

Healthcare

16^th

Experience

31^st

1^st

Overall

13^th

Organising school for my children

24^th

Organising finances

26^th

Organising healthcare

16^th

Finding accommodation

16^th

Learning the local language

30^th

Getting used to local food

7^th

Local weather

14^th

Making friends

13^th

Local work culture

29^th

Setting up utilities

15^th

Fitting in the new culture

26^th

Local transport

26^th

Enjoying local food

1^st

Local culture

4^th

Using the local language

12^th

Making local friends

17^th

Integrating into the community

22^nd

Feeling welcome at work

29^th

Local shops and markets

22^nd

Social life

16^th

Sports

4^th

Working environment

17^th

Work / life balance

26^th

Entertainment

5^th

Quality of accommodation

28^th

Commuting

20^th

Travelling more

20^th

Healthcare access and quality

16^th

Healthy diet

6^th

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