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Singapore is trending again, and this time it\u2019s not about food or Formula 1. A Japanese TikToker<\/a>, @naofromjapan_, has gone viral for saying Singapore is \u201cless of a place to play and more of a place to make money,\u201d even though fewer companies are planning to increase salaries<\/a> in the months ahead.<\/p>\n Her video, which has racked up over 100,000 views, struck a nerve. She argued that while salaries are higher than in Japan, layoffs are common and life can feel \u201cboring.\u201d<\/p>\n Other polls<\/p>\n YAHOO POLL: Is Lutz Pfannenstiel\u2019s story proof that second chances work?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n YAHOO POLL: Where should child protection improve most?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n YAHOO POLL: Should hotels have harsher penalties for trespassers?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Many Singaporeans agreed, calling the city materialistic and obsessed with success.<\/p>\n Others defended it, pointing to safety, efficiency and world-class food<\/a>. For them, the city\u2019s diversity is its biggest strength.<\/p>\n Still, the complaints about cost of living<\/a> and relentless heat kept surfacing. The debate even touched on Singapore\u2019s infamous humidity<\/a> and strict rules: love them or hate them, they\u2019re part of the package. Even locals admitted: \u201cYou never get used to it.\u201d<\/p>\n The TikToker herself softened the blow, adding: \u201cI still love Singapore though.\u201d<\/p>\n So, is Singapore a soulless money hub or a safe haven with perks?<\/p>\n Let us know what you think. Have your say and take our poll.<\/p>\n Related<\/p>\n Japanese TikToker says Singapore is for money, not play<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Fewer firms plan pay hikes despite job market gains<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n 60% of Singaporeans live pay cheque to pay cheque, report finds<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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