[NoBreak92]

Where would you rather live? A major U.S. city (L.A., NYC, maybe Chicago) or a major Asian city (Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul)? I've lived in the U.S. suburbs all my life so I don't really know what the American "city life" is really like, especially in cities like NYC and L.A. but I've been to Seoul, and after staying there for 3+ weeks, I didn't want to leave. I would probably live in a major Asian city (whether it's tokyo, hk, or seoul but I would stick with seoul or try out tokyo) because although it's a little more congested than American cities (I think), and I think it's still more "peaceful" in a way than U.S. cities ..... and transportation is much better in asian cities ... much cleaner ..... less crime .... better costs ...... and NYC has terrible drivers, Seoul has far better drivers, and more friendlier people. what do you guys think?

[Pkr645]

I dream of living in Seoul

[lindayumilee]

I've also lived most of my life in California suburbs, and LA after college, which I don't consider a "city city". I completely prefer urban living over suburban, and feel Asian cities are more quintessentially urban than places like LA. I do love SF, which has such a unique vibe. I've visited Hong Kong and lived in Seoul for about a year, and both cities definitely have excellent transportation systems, safe and clean environment, and are rich in culture and nightlife. It's my dream to live in Tokyo, definitely can't imagine a more amazing experience living in one of the greatest cities on the planet.

[YoMi~]

Major Asian city

SEOUL FTW <3.

[april.berry]

major asian city.
particularly TOKYO or SEOUL..


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[ExpiredRamen]

I'll go with Tokyo and probably live in Akihabara and Otome Road for the rest of my life as a nerd

...But then again, I want to live in NYC too..

[surfinsushi]

From your list I would choose Hong Kong. I never vistied this place though. From the things I heard and the pictures I saw Hong Kong must be a really vibrant city, but I don't like Cantonese language for some reasons. lol

[Regina Rae]

I would never want to live in an Asian city. Besides, no city is greater than New York city.

[NoBreak92]

I would never want to live in an Asian city. Besides, no city is greater than New York city.

That's true, NYC is a great city but it has its pros and cons. Seoul is a great city as well but I believe Seoul has more pros than cons ..... both cities have amazing transportation but the subways in NYC make me sick whereas the subways in Seoul, they are much more cleaner and doesn't have strange people wandering around in the stations. Seoul is also safe, and I'm going to assume that for Tokyo as well. I've walked alone at night in both cities and I sure felt much safer in Seoul than I did in New York City. For housing costs, I have no clue which city is more cheaper/expensive. I guess it depends by which part by part in the city.

[peppermintsugar]

I live in Miami and I hate it so much. No one here speaks English. It's like an entirely different country, so I'd rather live in say, Tokyo, and get the whole experience of not understanding the language and it being okay, because that's the language of the country.

[flyaway.]

I don't really care, as long as it is a major city. I love major cities and the life it has.
If I really were to choose though... hm... maybe Asia. I've went to Tokyo and Hong Kong before; I loved it there.

[AhYee]

Hmmm... really hard to say.
Transportation in asian cities would be much easier, I think.
But I prefer english over any other languages. I'd have to learn that city's/country's language if I want to live there.
I think I'll try major asian cities for a bit, and then back to major North America city.
I'd ideally like to retire in Canada.

[bonjour tristesse.]

Major asian city.
Just because of the sole fact that I miss my motherland way too much.
(SEOUL, I shall return soon lmfao.)

[koreanballads]

Been living in NYC for nearly 4 years and also have visited Seoul, although that was over 7 years ago.


You've already had a positive experience staying in Seoul, so why bother coming back to the states? I'm under the impression that expats are concentrated in certain areas there so unless you have a compelling reason for leaving, why go through the trouble? Or at least stay for a couple of years before moving back to avoid buyers remorse.

And I don't buy your friendly Seoul drivers story. I arrived at Inchon International, departed for Seoul, and thought we were racing the Daytona 500. People honking, weaving in and out, and speeding recklessly. Compared to NYC, I'd say ease of transportation is about the same, but doesn't Seoul have bullet trains now? Might have to reassess.

[p0ktan]

I've lived in both downtown Seoul and Chicago, and I have to say I prefer Chicago =)

[eternal_bliss]

I've lived in both downtown Seoul and Chicago, and I have to say I prefer Chicago =)

Chicago is love.

Major US city. Love the feel and look of it. Preferably east coast.

Honestly, any big city will have it's goods and bads. Too many generalizations here. And I don't believe that all Seoul drivers are friendly. I know at least in Shanghai and other major Chinese cities (based off of my experiences), there is a high high chance you'll get ripped of off if you're not a native.

[adrenaline__x]

I've been to Hong Kong. It's so CROWDED there and then air is horrible, but the trains are VERY clean and the trains come like every 3 minutes and they're mad fast. i got robbed though and i always had to keep my bag in my sight at all times. In Seoul, there wasnt much to do, it was pretty much the same thing everyday. But the food was amazing.
I've lived in NYC all my life. When i went back home, it was like my sinuses cleared lol. It's not as crowded as Hong Kong. The train kinda sucks though, gotta wait a long time if its not rush hour. ;[
but we got everything here. Good food from all over the world, great shopping. the best never walk home alone late at night. i got robbed a couple of times.
traffic is TERRIBLE. Drive to manhattan at your own risk cause you'll never get there and you'll never get a parking spot.
Brooklyn is love.

[Aznanime16]

OMGOSH! i totally want to live in ASIA~!!
(like tokyo, Seoul, any where in asia! you name it!)
I live in america for as long as i remember
so it'll be soo cool to go out of the country
and better yet ASIA~
lol

[jin_kee]

Personally I love Asia I'd probably move to HK even though the air quality is super bad. Its just a lot more fun and I reall enjoy the warmer weather.

[KanyeWEST]

NYC is the best city in the world. All other cities pale in comparison.