The industrial belt covering the eastern part of the city and continuing north along Tokyo Bay, is one of the best-known in the world. It is home to a variety of manufacturing businesses, including electrical equipment, machinery, and automobiles. Many of these companies are world leaders in hi-tech manufacturing and are setting global standards for the research and development of advanced technologies. In addition, Yokohama's residents boast some of the highest education levels in Japan, enabling companies to hire from a highly talented, local labor pool. With the largest port in Japan, Yokohama is international in its outlook, and its residents are quite accustomed to people from overseas.
Foreigners find the city comfortable and convenient.
There are plenty of Western-style houses, abundant international shopping, and many doctors who speak English and cater to the expatriate community. Housing rents are 20 to 30 percent less, and while Tokyo offers mostly condominiums, Yokohama's homes are mainly detached houses with gardens, a far more congenial living environment. This data is derived from a variety of sources. Nearby sightseeing spots range from the old capital of Kamakura to beautiful Hakone National Park at the base of Mt. Fuji.