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Stressful trip: Tokyo and Osaka top the list of crowded vacation destinations!
A study identifies the most stressful travel destinations in 2025, with Tokyo at the top. Tips for reducing stress included.
Stressful trip: Tokyo and Osaka top the list of crowded vacation destinations!
A comprehensive study by the travel portal “Radical Storage” has identified the most stressful vacation destinations worldwide. It analyzed more than 97,400 reviews of tourist attractions in the 100 most visited cities to uncover indicators of stress. The result shows that Japanese cities top the list of the most stressful travel destinations. Tokyo comes in a worrying first place with 25.2 percent of stress-related ratings, followed by Osaka and Kyoto with 21.6 and 21.5 percent.
In particular, the infamous Shibuya crossing in Tokyo is cited as an example of how many travelers become overwhelmed. Known for its hectic atmosphere, Osaka poses a challenge for tourists, especially in busy areas such as Namba and Kuromon Market. Although Kyoto is known for its temples and tranquil gardens, it is overrun by the immense number of tourists, making places like Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari-Taisha particularly stressful.
The top 10 most stressful cities
| rank | City | Stress factors (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tokyo, Japan | 25.2 |
| 2 | Osaka, Japan | 21.6 |
| 3 | Kyoto, Japan | 21.5 |
| 4 | London, UK | 17.7 |
| 5 | Shanghai, China | 16.7 |
| 6 | Beijing, China | 16.6 |
| 7 | Phuket, Thailand | 15.6 |
| 8 | New York City, USA | 15.4 |
| 9 | Prague, Czech Republic | 15.2 |
| 10 | Paris, France | 14.9 |
The main causes of stress while traveling are crowds and traffic chaos. Many tourists feel overwhelmed by the multitude of impressions, which is particularly noticeable in Asian cities where cultural differences and language barriers occur. The study recommends planning early and avoiding peak times to avoid stress during the trip and focus on quieter sights.
Relaxed travel destinations
In contrast to the most stressful cities, Tallinn in Estonia was determined to be the most relaxing destination, with just 1.6 percent of stress-related ratings. Other cities such as Vilnius in Lithuania, Thessaloniki in Greece and Stockholm in Sweden also offer travelers a more stress-free experience.
The comprehensive analysis of gmx.ch and wmn.de not only highlights the stressful aspects of traveling, but also possible alternatives to spend a relaxing vacation.