Something that I miss the most is the fast pace of life when I lived in Tokyo. It may sound wild but I got used to that life and I feel that here it’s too “chill” and boring. At the same time, Tokyo is a place where there will always be something new. The reality is quite the opposite while living in a small city in Germany.

IMO, Germany shouldn’t be on that list. People are not used to praise. That cultural aspect is totally different. Coming from a South American country that praises to the bare minimum, that was a cultural shock. Here, you’re expected to do your work, and that’s it. If nobody tells you something (good or bad), you’re more than good. Of course, I’m talking from my experience, but I’ve heard the same situation from different expats.

I wish I could be OPs borderline homeless.