A digital nomad community in Kotohira, a historic town in Kagawa on the island of Shikoku, Japan. It connects remote workers with fast internet, the Kotori coworking space, affordable long stays, and authentic cultural experiences like handmade udon classes and climbing the Konpira-san shrine, away from the crowds of Japan's big cities.
Nomad Kotohira connects remote workers with Kotohira, a historic town in Kagawa on the island of Shikoku. Known across Japan as "Udon Town" yet still under the radar for international travelers, it offers a quiet, welcoming base with fast internet, affordable long stays, and real cultural immersion far from the crowds of Tokyo and Osaka.
At the heart of the community is Kotori Coworking, with fast internet, private meeting rooms, a peaceful garden, and good coffee. Stable Wi‑Fi runs throughout town, so you can just as easily work from a local cafe. Japan's Digital Nomad Visa makes longer stays possible for eligible remote workers.
Accommodation ranges from guesthouses and small hotels to coliving‑style spaces, many with special long‑stay rates for those settling in for weeks or months. The town is walkable and noticeably cheaper than Japan's major cities.
Connect with other nomads and welcoming locals through the Discord chat and WhatsApp group. English speakers gather around the coworking spaces and nomad‑friendly businesses, so it is easy to plug in from day one.
Kotohira is the birthplace of Sanuki Udon, and handmade udon cooking classes are a local favorite. Climb the 1,368 stone steps to Konpira‑san Shrine, join festival volunteering such as bamboo lantern crafting, and time your visit for the Kotohira Shrine Grand Festival each October.
Learn more and join the community at https://nomadkotohira.com/. Bring your laptop, climb the shrine, slurp some udon, and settle into rural Japan with people who will make you feel at home.
Nomad Retreats is a platform connecting remote workers with curated work-and-travel experiences. It aggregates listings for retreats, festivals, and workations from various providers worldwide. The site also features an awards program for the best digital nomad experiences and offers resources for finding community and booking trips.
Alt Coliving is a brand offering co-living and co-working spaces in Chiang Mai, Thailand, designed for digital nomads and remote workers. With two locations, they provide accommodation, workspace, and a vibrant community featuring weekly activities, events, and local partnerships to foster connection and productivity.
Colivers Club is a free community platform for digital nomads and remote workers interested in coliving. It connects members through a Slack community and offers a podcast with interviews about coliving operations and community building, along with a newsletter for updates.
Mapmelon is a platform for digital nomads and remote workers that focuses on coliving spaces and community building. It offers a marketplace to discover and book community-focused colivings worldwide, along with tools to connect with other nomads, share travel plans, and find deals and events.
Nomads in Wonderlands creates unforgettable month‑long workation experiences for digital nomads and remote professionals in inspiring destinations around the world. Expect a thoughtful blend of productive coworking, curated community, and rich local immersion—so you can do deep work while making deep connections. From Chiang Mai to Antalya and Bansko, each Wonderland combines comfortable work conditions, meaningful activities, and a supportive peer group. Join to level up your lifestyle and career—one epic base at a time.
CoWorkSurf brings together coworking, coliving, and community at surf‑ready destinations across the world. If you work remotely and love surfing—or want to learn—you’ll find work‑friendly spaces, reliable Wi‑Fi, and a welcoming community of nomads who balance productivity with time in the water. Discover hand‑picked houses, local hosts, and an active network that makes it easy to feel at home, get great work done, and catch waves before or after your day.
Get the best nomad resources, tips, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. No spam, just valuable content for your nomad journey.
Join fellow nomads. Unsubscribe anytime.
