- Tokyo: It might be a megalopolis but life in the Japanese capital is a masterclass in low-rise, leafy, pedestrian-friendly living. This city of 13 million nurtures a balance of hi-tech efficiency and slow, traditional neighbourhood values; it’s a combination that wins the Japanese capital the top spot for a second year running.
- Berlin: Germany’s capital has taken some forthright measures to make sure it’s not a victim of its own success: a rent cap will safeguard its cultural economy and ensure its lifestyle remains affordable and diverse.
- Vienna…
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