This article looks at the wealthiest towns in Japan, with Tokyo being the wealthiest city in the country. Kamakura is considered to be the richest town in Japan due to its thriving tourism industry, high-end shopping district, and numerous luxury restaurants. Factors such as proximity to Tokyo and trade routes throughout Asia have helped contribute significantly towards Kamakura's economic success. Other wealthy towns include Ginza, Roppongi, Ashiya, Kobe, Omiya, Takayama, Nara, Kyoto Utsunomiya and Hiroshima.