As a born and bred Singaporean, it's often easy to forget all the benefits of living here, especially when as locals we love to only zoom in on our flaws. Thank you for reminding me of how awesome this country is and how blessed I am to be able to call this my home! Loved getting to know more of your thought process and hope you have a lovely experience building a life and family here as well

私はシンガポール人で、もう1年ほど日本語を勉強しています☺。 コメントをいくつか読めますので、とても嬉しいです😆

I laughed when I saw the intimate close up of the tofu when you were speaking to your mom.

It is much easier for you to live in Singapore than for your wife to live in Japan. You don't have language barrier in Singapore while she would face that in Japan. That's a big determinant in the quality of life you will have.

A wise choice Ghib-san, in the end it's you and your partners choice considering all the factors. Singapore is a good location if you love to travel. Looking forward to you getting a flat and settling down as you explore this small country and beyond.

As a Japanese living in Japan, I totally agree with Ghib. Singapore is one of the best country to live, I think. I love SG!

Thanks for sharing all the great detailed information! For Singaporeans, we typically do not compare with other countries in such depth and often take things for granted. Good luck on the house hunting and looking forward to mom's curry chicken... ;)

Hi Ghib Ojisan, you are doing good and great, so continue, keep up and enjoy what you are doing now. I believed all your viewers including me will definately continue to support you.

結論が出たようですね。 これからの数十年に及ぶお二人の人生に於いて 安全を第一に考えられた点に100％共感します。 自分達の努力では太刀打ち出来ないほどの自然の脅威は やはり怖いです。 これからも、日本人であるあなたがシンガポールで生活しながら、日本にしか無い沢山の良さをシンガポールの人達や世界に紹介したり、シンガポールの良さを世界の人達に紹介していくことを、一視聴者として楽しみにしながら応援しています。 ことも

Thanks for giving a real insight of Singapore living.

とても分かりやすい説明でした！シンガポールにとどまってくれて嬉しいです☆

Can't wait to see your house hunting! Must be fun!

Hello Ghib san I’m a big fan of your VLOG! 😁 The CPF contribution for Singaporean/PR is actually 20% from employee and 17% from employer up to a max cap of S$6k gross monthly salary. So if your monthly salary is $6k, the total CPF contribution will be 37% of $6k which is $2220 to CPF account, and net salary of $4.8k to employee pocket 😅

I personally feel that you’ve made the right decision...Japan has a lot of pros but the cons you mentioned on the video is something long term, that can’t be solved in most cases. Singapore is very safe/clean, and it’s geographically in the right place to travel around Asia, which is a cost saver for holidays as well. SG is definitely one of the places I would relocate to.

Singapore HDB and Condo are well maintained, the garden around are well taken care and clean.

ジブおじは正しい選択をしたと思うよ👍

You got the point. As mentioned in your previous, where you buy depends on where you want to live.

My Japanese wife recommended this channel because we're considering Singapore as a future place to live. We've lived in both Japan and the USA like you but think Singapore may be a good choice for raising kids. We really enjoy your videos, especially the ones comparing Japan life to Singapore life. This video had a lot of good details in it, thanks for sharing all your research and thoughts. I'm wondering if you considered military service into your decision for your future kids.

Just talking about Work culture: Though we've not reached work life bal like in most western countries, we also don't have cases of people who can actually work until die. Working hours in Japan is unhealthy and the corp work culture can be toxic and punishing.

I personally like both countries and feel that they are both great places to live in. You are very knowledgeable and have done your research well. Except probably the details on Singapore's pension scheme CPF which @AKS 18 has rightfully addressed. Thanks for your sharing. Hope you find a nice place that is suitable for both of you. Huat Ah! Jippun Lang Becomes Kah Ki Lang Liao!

日本も治安はいいですが、地震が怖いです。9年前の東日本大震災の怖さは今でも忘れません。

As a Singaporean, I love japan and I wish to live there. But all the points you said were valid so i guess i’m just gonna stay in Singapore forever HAHA

自分にとってどちらが”生きやすい環境か？”を考えるのは本当に難しいですよね。

I learn about Japan more and more from your commentaries...

This is a great video. You mentioned that you lived in the US before, can you make a similar comparison video about your takes on US vs SG?

Of course, if you are not in a hurry, you can do BTO which will reduce the cost of the apartment rather than buying resale.

ジブオジさん❤️ 結論が出たんですネ、 良い結論だと思います👍。 シンガポール人になる訳では無いので、今後貴方が私達視聴者にもっとシンガポールを紹介して頂くことをお願いします🤲

That’s right, lots of people don’t realise how low taxes are in singapore and that capital gains are tax free too. Australia tax range from 30 to 55% and world wide income is taxed, including capital gains, bank interest etc

I didn't realize that I've already visited Japan 10 times, and seen its different prefectures and regions at diff times. and seasons. I really enjoyed it over the western countries because of its unique culture and sceneries. But at the end of the day , it's always Singapore waiting for me. I'm so grateful to have the opportunity to see and appreciate other countries too.

Ghib San, your English is good as a Japanese, switching from Japanese to English smoothly. Looking forward to more interesting videos.

So nice to have you become one of Singapore husband . 😁

For schooling, total cost of education, yes optional but in reality will almost always include extra tuitions which average about sgd10k/child/year. And if your child need special education like dyslexia, autism, etc, the bills doubles easily.

Hello Ghib san, could you do more of such videos, you do not have to mention which is better, just a comparison. I am really interested in such information and you present it in a short and non-offensive way. Great job! Actually I am surprised that Japan’s houses are less expensive, I always thought Japan’s houses are very expensive.

I always thought about living in Japan but after watching this video I’ll stick to Singapore XD the work life thing sounds insane !

Hi Ghib, for education, outside of the school fees you'd still need to pay for schoolbooks, excursions and enrichment programmes, CCA programmes etc chosen by the school. But these are more than offset by Edusave top ups by the govt every year. Also you will get Baby Bonus when your kid is born. Do keep in mind that choosing different schools eg those that have IB etc will also have different and perhaps higher costs.

Your mum in law is so funny 😆and cute!

I totally agree with your point, natural disaster, in addition to earthquake and typhoon, volcano eruption in the certain cycle is also a huge risk in purchasing a house in Japan.

I totally agree with you Bro. Singapore is awesome

Ghib, 3 and 4 room hdb units are quite easy to sell so even if you decide to stay in Japan in the future you will not lose out too much.

Buy a HDB first..later when situation and condition allow..upgrade to private property...However,do take note that most new condo and some private landed property also 99years..

Ghibさん、ご意見シェアありがとうございます。わたしは子どもの頃10年もシンガポールに住んでいたので、移住を夢みる望郷の思いです。今では家も家族も、日本で持ち、毎年シンガポール里帰りしています。ところでLRTらしきが映っていましたが、シンガポールの人にとって都心も郊外も感覚は変わらないのでしょうか。わたしはorchardのコンドと、ホームステイでsegarのHDBの経験があります。

glad you like singapore. Welcome!

Hi I watch your video since I started working from home due to covid . I enjoy your video so far... down to earth and neutral in your comments and view. I love Japan the scenery the heritage its so nostalgic. However I will not want to lived and work there which I agree that the customer service is excellent but that comes with a price and that is not been able to be yourself and always on a look out to look perfect in service.. that will be really stressful!

今年フランスからシンガポールに移住予定です。リアルな情報とても勉強になります。ありがとうございます！

Wow very good analysis & content with substance👍. It's true that natural disasters should be of most concern. Your house could be destroyed even if u survive & how many times could you be rebuilding your nest. If you compare Tokyo houses with SG, then Tokyo would be more expensive right?

I moved to Singapore to study and work myself and adore Japan as a travel destination, but it's interesting to hear your perspective as a Japanese living in Singapore! The only part that doesnt really work out right now is that we're stuck in a tiny island and are not able to travel :(

You're making me want to live in Singapore. I lived in Japan for 7 years and returned to the states in 2018 since my father was ill. He's okay now, though but has to receive treatments for his kidneys and also had to have heart surgery. I was around during the Tsunami/earthquake thing in 2011. We lost power and water. I lived in the Tohoku region from 2010 - 2011, 2012 - 2015. I moved to Tokyo in 2015 and left in 2018. Tokyo wore me out and wasn't good for my mental health and I was terribly overworked and the higher cost of living didn't help either for the amount of pay I was getting as living in Yamagata-ken, it was easier to pay for my medications, rent, and foods...Tokyo, not so much...but in some ways I do miss Japan since I was over there so long...even Tokyo. I got so used of the earthquakes, it got to the point where I didn't even notice them and the rocking would help me sleep, which is ironic since I come from an area of the US where earthquakes are incredibly rare (east coast). lol Sounds like in general, in Singapore, you can actually save more money compared to Japan and the country itself looks nice. I would like to live overseas again at some point in my life. I'm curious of the weather and all that now. I was working at an international preschool in Tokyo....what type of job could a person like me get, being from the US, in Singapore (if this pandemic wasn't going on)?

シンガポール在住です。学校に関してですが、安いのはあくまで現地の方です。日本から来て学校を探そうとすると、例えばインター。これは年間1000万円前後(差はありますが)又、日本人学校も馬鹿高いです。又、日本からシンガポールに入国するにはかなり厳しい条件が必要です。学歴は最早早慶以上。年収も高額所得者のみ。旅行以外ではなかなかハードル高いです。

You should also consider childcare and medical costs, as these are very important for a family.

You should do a video covering the F&B and services line in Singapore!

For a start, I think you should consider applying new house from HDB, enjoy the low cost housing since you have no children now. Even if u do, u can ask yr in law come stay with you if you need help with child care :)

両国に生活拠点を持ってますが概ね同感です。 日本の方が優れている点は、美しい四季があって風光明媚な場所が数えきれないくらいたくさんあること、それとやはり美味しい日本食でしょうかね。 あとは、いろんな製品の品質の高さかな。「自分にとってどれが大切なのか」ということですよね。

Buy house in Japan and Singapore.. go holiday in Japan and stay in Singapore..

Chicken rice tea? Omg what is that...

Yes, I luv my sunny island and there’s no other place on earth like Singapore!

Very interesting bro

I love Japan (so do all my friends) but I’d rather live in Singapore and have my yearly holidays there. Win-win!

Looking forward to your house hunting videos!

Just get hbd flat 1St.. Within your budget ..then after 5years then rethink you really long stay in sg or Japan.

I thought you will buy in japan but if you thiink singapore its disaster free from earthquake or 4 seasons maintenance. Overall i hope you make a very good investment and commitment and singapore is safe like japan and singapore has a metropilitan convenience and your craving for food and shopping is totally accessible. So for the forseeable future. You may sell everything and go back live in japan one day! Happy for you!

That’s right, lots of people don’t realise how low taxes are in singapore and that capital gains are tax free too. Australia tax range from 30 to 55% and that there are taxes are world wide income, including capital gains, bank interest etc. And only certain Low income can qualify to get pension from the government.

Minor quake my first night on Japan trip. Locals awakened. I slept through it... With decent people, Living in Japan not bad.

Hahaha, “why ah...” in a Singaporean accent.

I saw your mother-in-law who was using a fryer. I bought 2 on the same day after I watched her toasting the peanuts.

Can’t argue about the safety factor. I’ve tremendous admiration of the Japanese people’s resilience in the face of natural disasters, but no matter what has been done to avert them nature has a way of slamming hard and with no notice. The fairly recent earthquake of Mar 2011 was particularly difficult due to the combination of events - earth quake, tsunami and the bitter coldness - the loss is still felt today. In peaceful times Singapore is ideal because of its central location with friendly neighbors. However, with hardly any natural resources, it can be in real dilemma if cutoff from the rest of the world. Imagine how disastrous it could be if imports are locked out from traditional sources due to this pandemic.

If you do get a kid, make sure you get him to study hard seriously, a good school will really benefit them in terms of the environment and the quality of their schooling life. This is coming from someone who barely passed their PSLE(Primary school leaving examination) hence I hope your kid gets the opportunity to experience best schooling when he comes about

ジブさんの話し聞いてるとシンガポールの方がいいと思ったｗ

Buying real estate in Japan is more a consumable. Usually a house is worth 0 after 20 years and only the land has value. Do you think it will be a better investment here than back in Japan even with the 99 years lease?

I m a Singaporean living in us pls make a video : US vs Spore . I will love to tell you about New Yorker life style n cost of living .

周辺諸外国に気軽に行ける環境は「拠点」として魅力ですね。

For those people who lived in countries with frequent natural disasters, instability, wars, famine, etc. Singapore is truly a pure land.

新築が割安なら5年まって新築が良いのでは。世界はインフレですから、シンガポール等の不動産価格は上がるでしょうが、日本は今一つ緩和が足りず、デフレ傾向が続くので地価が上がりにくいような気がします。

Welcome you to be Singaporean 👍👍

Did you know that singapore can also feel earthquake in some areas? Haha, it is true. It is very low "feel" at, if i remember, around north eastern or eastern region, had a small scare from Indonesia earthquake. western region didn't feel it due to more solid bedrock foundation. Do checkup on the websites regarding singapore earthquake stuff. Singapore government does recognized that some region in singapore is slightly affected. Take note that singapore has hot spring in sembawang. No onsen though, do find it out.

I think it will be better to get a house next year or even 2 years later, considering the current economic situation in Singapore.

Wait! What???!!! Chicken rice tea??!!! FML!! I need to find it here in Melbourne!!!

12:36 - "no wonder the rich move to singapore". sadly that's true; the singapore government would rather have more foreigners come to singapore while paying lower taxes - income and corporate - and as a result, the singaporean would have to 'offset' this burden for example: pay more out of their pocket for their own healthcare (just look at the upcoming GST jack-up).

I'm a Chinese singaporean that is currently learning Japanese. I laugh so hard when you said houses は高い。its like how Singaporeans mixes english and other languages together and it became singlish hahahah

はじめまして。いつも楽しく拝見させてもらってます。シンガポール在住の知人（日本人）からは医療費が高いと聞いていますが、実際はどうなんでしょうか？２度旅行で訪問して暑いのは如何ともしがたいですが、とても興味深い国で好きです。ぜひまた訪れたいと思います。

Buying a resale HDB comes with a higher renovation cost! Dont forget to budget for that

You made your mother-in-law happy. 🤗

お母さんの言う通り、退屈したら旅行したら良いんですよね😊 動画と関係ないですが、今の香港の問題でSGの金融業界がさらに盛り上がるのかもというニュースを多々みます。 これからもSGそして周辺アジアの情報を楽しみにしています。

A Japanese 3LDK is considered a 4 room flat here. You'd have a hard time finding those for 500k unless they are in non mature estates

Haha bro your love for spicy food and fresh durian will make you stay here🤣 no sugar cane/bandung/cheap kopi O in japan too🤣 and you can find almost any type of japanese food here in sg.

Can you please review don don donki shop it's filled with many Japanese snacks and items

I love the people & society part 😂 Singapore is indeed boring but u can always travel to Malaysia or nearby countries like Thailand! (when it’s safe to travel ofc)

Where can I get that T shirt?

Singapore does have their strengths and flaws like all countries. As a Singaporean having the privilege to study and live in Australia for better part of my twenties, there are many things we take for granted. Sure, wages in some sectors need to be better, but in exchange, the incremental costs will need to be offset against consumers ultimately. We may not have four seasons to enjoy, but the consistent climate is something that we are assured. Staying in public housing is not necessary an ownership of the property, but it allows the housing to be redeveloped when the lease is up, a 99 year old building may not exactly be safe to stay in. It may be 'boring' to stay after a while, but our geographical location allow us to travel regionally for a quick getaway and yet come back to our nest at the end of the day.

シンガポール人ですが、日本に住んで4年ぐらいになります。車が大好きで乗るために来ました。Ghibさんが言った通り、シンガポールでは車が高すぎて普通の会社員にはとても買えれない値段です。 I'm not sure if I've been lucky but my work life in two different 大手企業 in Japan is actually pretty lax (being late for work/meetings, dress codes, 名刺交換, etc.) so I'm guessing it's mainly only applicable to sales. Darn right about the transport situation in Tokyo and Osaka though! I couldn't stand the commute in Tokyo so I found a job and moved to the outskirts . I think one main advantages of Japan over Singapore is that Japan is a big country and so you can freely move to everywhere you like.

こんな時期だからだけど、健康保険的なものはどうなんでしょうか、医療に関して費用やシステムはどうなんだろう、と思いました。

Ojisan that is a cute t-shirt is it for sale ?☺️

please also consider cost of delivery a baby in SG and infant care and pre-school fees.

I had never been to Jpn except transit at the narita airport. If you gonna organised any tour trip to Jpn let me know...I would like to join.

Ghib san, one aspect you have not taken into consideration is the medical cost in Singapore. Any true blue born and breed Singapore citizen, who has admitted to hospital for operation, can tell you their experience in the cost, waiting time and etc. There is a vast difference between a private and subsidies patient in Singapore. And don't fooled by the Medisave, Medishield, Eldershield, etc,

I think English is definitely the first language. I am Japanese and cannot speak English, but I want my children to be able to speak English. I work for a Japanese company, but I'm disappointed every time I see the tax deducted from my salary. Are Singapore employees also withholding tax?

Can look somewhere in the north for cheaper housing. And can get yourself an agent. Go for OH MY HOME they got a fix rates much cheaper then the 1 and 2% standard rates.

Depending on which schools attending, the independent schools fees is relatively higher than neighbourhood schools. I didn’t know public primary school fees is this cheap $3-$4 per month?

I would choose staying in Japan over SG anytime

日本の北海道は家が安いですが！KZfaqを仕事としてやっていくには北海道よりシンガポールの方がフォロワーは増えると思います！

正解かな。自然災害があまりにも多いし、動画内で言ってた大地震にこっちは滅茶苦茶びびらされてる。恐らく今後どんどん日本は田舎の地価は下がっていくだろうから、またその時にセカンドハウスくらいで考えてみればいいんじゃないかな?そのうち色々商売とかも軌道にのって金持ちジブおじになったら、世界中に家買っちゃえｗ