Practical Tips for Digital Nomads
Welcome to nama-kai — your guide to thriving abroad.
We share cost-of-living breakdowns, mid-range travel tips, and real advice for digital nomads and hybrid workers.
🌍 Discover Authentic Connections Through Global Adventures
At nama-kai, we believe travel isn’t just about seeing the world — it’s about connecting with it.
We blend honest guides, cost insights, and culture-first tips to help you live more intentionally as you explore.
Empowering you to thrive abroad with kindness, clarity, and curiosity.

Blog
Explore stories, city breakdowns, and travel reflections crafted for:
💼 Slow travellers
💻 Remote workers
💸 Mid-range explorers
- Shenzhen, China Cost of Living: How I Spent SGD4,050 in One Month (But Mostly Worked from Hong Kong)
Monthly Breakdown for VPN Survivors, Cross-Border Workers, and Brave Experimenters I only stayed a week in Shenzhen — and let’s just say Gmail wasn’t having it. Even with a paid VPN, I struggled to get my work tools up. So… Read more: Shenzhen, China Cost of Living: How I Spent SGD4,050 in One Month (But Mostly Worked from Hong Kong) - 🍣 Kura Sushi: Budget Conveyor Sushi + Gacha Game Combo in Japan
Kura Sushi isn’t premium, but for a budget sushi fix in Japan? It absolutely does the job. Affordable, quick, and low-pressure. If you’re just looking for something simple and comforting — it hits. Bonus? Every 15 plates gets you a… Read more: 🍣 Kura Sushi: Budget Conveyor Sushi + Gacha Game Combo in Japan
🎒 Practical Advice for Thriving Abroad
Simple, honest travel advice — made for the way we actually live.
💸 Cost-of-Living breakdowns
Real monthly expenses from real stays. Less guesswork, more clarity.
🍜 Mid-Range dining picks
Where I actually ate (and would go back again). Affordable and delicious.
💰 Simple travel finance tips
Think: how I manage currency exchange, get the best transport passes, and stay financially-sane abroad.
🏘️ Local recommendations
Neighbourhoods, culture tips, and must-dos from someone who’s really been there.
Monthly Cost-of-Living Insights for Nomads
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