With the spread of the novel coronavirus forcing companies to significantly increase the adoption of remote work, some Tokyoites are starting to wonder if living in the capital is really worth it.
Tokyo may be the center of politics, businesses and culture, but its downsides include high rent, rush hour trains and lack of spacious housing, to name a few.
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