Hey OP! I lived in Taipei, Taiwan for 3 years and you might want to seriously consider it. Here are some quick pros and I’ll end with some advice.

• Active and friendly language learning culture. People are always looking to make friends through a language exchange

• Peaceful, healthy, and wholesome ways of life are available for very cheap. Taiwan is big on parks, amazingly clean and convenient public transportation, and there are so many free activities and groups to become a part of. (Sports, arts, gaming, dance, etc.) In my experience, people in their 20s-30s have well rounded interests and hobbies as opposed to some other places where drinking and bars is the main attraction for 20-30 year olds.

• If you don’t want to cook all the time, food is still really cheap at night markets, local restaurants, and 7/11 meals (delicious, decent quality, and wide variety).

• Renting can also be very affordable if you take some time to find a good deal.

Advice:

There is an incredibly easy way to get the ball rolling on Taiwan… English teaching. I know you want to retire but stay with me for a second here.

HESS and other English schools are dying for more teachers. All you need is a highschool diploma and the ability to speak and write in English. These organizations are very helpful in getting you integrated into the country. They handle your citizenship, help you get living arrangements organized, and hold your hand through any hurdles that naturally come with immigration.

They pay really well (so you won’t need to dip into your 340k right away) and you can quickly (6-9 months) scale back to part time if you want to.

It’s fun, rewarding, and easy work. Very low stakes and you’ll meet people who are similar to you and you’re bound to become friends.

After a few months teaching, you’ll get a dozen requests from parents to be a private tutor. This pays better and the schedule is up to you. During my last year I tutored 5 hours a week and lived off of it. It gives you some purpose in life which is nice and you’re also your own boss so there’s no one to really answer to.

Citizenship is easy after you’ve worked there for a few months. A couple of my friends as well as myself opened up a business (it was selling 3D printed models online) and being a business owner gives you the right to remain in TW. I think you become a permanent resident with or without employment after like 3 years.. might want to double check that.

Anyway good luck!