Top 10 Best Cities in Asia

Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan and has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. Located at the head of Tokyo Bay, it is part of the Kantō region on the central Pacific coast of Honshu, Japan's main island.... read more

After all, it will only be fair if I speak on a scale. The problem is Tokyo is the city I want to visit, even more so since learning Japanese. Once I mentally prepare a little more, I would also like to settle in Beijing.

Tokyo is the richest city in the world. It is also the largest, offering many places to visit. It's the most developed city globally, even richer than New York.

Imagine Tokyo as a Mega Las Vegas, but not in a desert and with cooler weather, which makes it even better.

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul, officially known as the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest metropolis of the Republic of Korea. It serves as the center of the Seoul Capital Area, which includes the nearby Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi Province. The entire metropolitan region is one of the most populous in the world... read more

Living in Seoul is cheaper than in Tokyo and Sydney. Both Tokyo and Seoul are exemplary cities, rich, clean, and where many people maintain high levels of hygiene.

Seoul became my unexpected favorite, surpassing other cities I've enjoyed like Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, and Hanoi. It is well ahead of overrated cities like Beijing or places like Mumbai.

Seoul beautifully blends tradition with modernity, which I really appreciate. The long Seoul fortress that surrounds the city is truly fantastic.

Jakarta, Indonesia

Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, located on the northwestern coast of the island of Java. It is known for its modern skyline, extensive shopping malls, and role as the nation's economic, political, and cultural center. The city's strategic location has led to a blend of ethnicities... read more

Indonesia is a great country and has a wide range of cultures.

Jakarta is the beautiful capital city of Indonesia.

Jakarta represents the largest archipelago country in the world.

Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong, officially the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, is an autonomous territory located on the eastern side of the Pearl River estuary in East Asia. It covers approximately 1,050 square kilometers, or 405 square miles, and is entirely urbanized. As of 2025... read more

Hong Kong is the safest place to live. I was born there, and it's totally awesome. It experiences few natural disasters and is a fantastic place. Hong Kong is like a mix of Western and Chinese culture, making it an international city.

It has no earthquakes. Just imagine that!

Just the best. No need to explain.

Mumbai, India

Mumbai is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It lies on the Konkan coast on India's west coast and has a deep natural harbour. In 2008, Mumbai was named an alpha world city.

It has the highest number of millionaires and billionaires of any city in India and ranks among the top... read more

Mumbai is the best city because it is affordable and a great tourist destination.

Mumbai is the economic capital of India and is world-famous for Bollywood.

Taipei, Taiwan

Singapore, Singapore

Definitely one of the safest, cleanest, and most advanced places in the world.

Best looking, as far as I can tell.

Shanghai, China

Shanghai is one of the four municipalities governed directly by China's central government. It is the most populous city in China and the second most populous city proper in the world. As of 2019, it had a population of 24.28 million, making it the most populous urban area in China and the largest city... read more

Shanghai is one of the richest cities in Asia. Beijing has significantly more air pollution than Shanghai.

Osaka, Japan

Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok is the capital and most populous city of Thailand. It is known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, often shortened to Krung Thep. The city is a major center for finance, culture, and international tourism in Southeast Asia.

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Daegu, South Korea

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Nagoya, Japan

Manila, Philippines

Manila is the capital city of the Philippines and is located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay. It is one of the most densely populated cities in the world and has a long history influenced by Spanish, American, and indigenous cultures.... read more

The best and fastest-growing city economy in the world!

Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a city on the island of Honshu. It is renowned for its classical Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines, and traditional wooden houses.

The city is also known for cultural traditions such as kaiseki dining and geisha entertainers. Kyoto's... read more

Beautiful city. The temples and gardens are great.

Kobe, Japan

Beijing, China

Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China. It is one of the most populous cities in the world and serves as China's political, educational, and cultural center. The city has hosted major global events, including the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2022 Winter Olympics.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur is officially the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and is commonly referred to as KL. It serves as the national capital of Malaysia and is also the country's largest city. The city acts as the political, economic, and cultural center of the country, playing a central role in governance... read more

Yokohama, Japan

Busan, South Korea

Karachi, Pakistan

Karachi is the capital of the Sindh province in Pakistan. It is the most populous city in the country and serves as Pakistan's premier industrial and financial center. Located along the Arabian Sea, Karachi also hosts Pakistan's largest port and several major institutions of higher education.

Karachi is a very large and developed city and deserves to be on top.

Karachi is truly the best city in Pakistan, and probably in South Asia.

Macau, China

Delhi, India

Delhi is the best city in the world, with more places to visit than any other place.

Baku, Azerbaijan

Islamabad, Pakistan

If it is the best capital, then it must be on top in Asia.

Tel Aviv, Israel

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai is the largest and most populous city in the United Arab Emirates. Established in the 18th century as a small fishing village, the city grew rapidly in the early 21st century into a cosmopolitan metropolis focused on tourism and hospitality. Dubai is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations... read more