16 nationality guides with verified visa requirements, safety scores and scam warnings for visiting Japan.
City-by-city safety scores, scams and emergency contacts.
Tokyo is one of the safest large cities in the world. Violent crime is rare and lost items are usually returned. The main considerations are earthquake preparedness and navigating busy stations.
View Safety GuideIn-depth safety analysis of Tokyo for female solo travelers. Safe neighborhoods, nighttime train tips, minor tourist traps, and local contact numbers.
View Safety GuideOsaka is among Japan's safest cities. Risks are limited to typhoon-season flooding, late-night touts in Dotonbori, and crowded-event pickpocketing.
View Safety GuideKyoto is exceptionally safe. The main considerations are respecting private homes in geisha districts, overtourism rules at temples, and summer heat in the basin.
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