Is Japan Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Japan
Safety rating
Women living in Japan consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.9 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Japan consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 7.8% percentage of women in Japan have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 36 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.9/5 | Very Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4.4/5 | Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.8/5 | Very Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.1/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Is Japan safe for women?
Kyle
Tosayamada
I don't lock my apartment and there's no problem. My university is so misogynistic but this city is not that much because there's simply not enough population to do crime. My friend lost wallet but he found it on side of the road untouched inside.
Posted: December 24, 2024Nozawaonsen
Small Japanese town means very low to non existent crime. The only concern would be from foreign tourist or seasonal staff. ‘Worse’ seen so far is public inebriation late at night which is just bothering
Posted: December 24, 2024
Alavya
Sapporo
It is extremely safe. Unless you go to cheap clubs, then it becomes quite unsafe so it is better to avoid such places. The most happening place for the nightlight is Susukino but I have walked alone in Susukino after midnight and never felt unsafe.
Posted: December 16, 2024
Miyuki
Kawasaki
The Tokyo metropolitan area including the city center, Kawasaki and Yokohama) are one of the safest in the world. Many of my visiting friends were surprised I and other Japanese people carried smart phones in the open pocket. 😆 Also we reserve cafe space with phones and bags. (No one takes it,)
Posted: November 25, 2024Tokyo
As a local Japanese living in Japan more than 20yrs, I never felt Japan is unsafe. I sometimes run at night around 10-11pm after my work, but no one cares. However, only one place I can warn you, stay away Shinjuku station east exist late at night. It’s the “hit up” point for guys who wants to get a girl for one night. If you walk around there alone around that area, you might be annoyed by those guys
Posted: November 6, 2024
Chrissy
Fukuoka
Fukuoka, Japan is a very safe city/prefecture. People are very kind and helpful and will go out of their way to help you. No one tries to take advantage of foreigners/travellers and even if there is a language barrier everyone always does their best to help. I’ve lost my phone and wallet numerous times and it was always turned in to the store or the police. Also, you don’t need to worry about pick pockets in Japan ☺️
Posted: November 3, 2024Osaka Prefecture
It is a pretty safe place, however it is still have to be carefully about walking alone in the night. Also, pickpocket is rare but it’s best to keep your belongings secure when visiting crowded places like Dotonbori.
Posted: October 26, 2024Higashikawa
Higashikawa is a wonderful, small town in the heart of Hokkaido. It's safe, the locals are so nice and kind, very welcoming to foreigners. There are a lot of people who love cultural exchanging, music, art, and traveling. Women can be safe in this beautiful town, enjoy hiking, snowboarding, skiing, nature of this beautiful place. I love this town from the bottom of my heart.
Posted: October 12, 2024Osaka Prefecture
Japan is a very safe country in general. You don't have to worry about anything being stolen from you or your things. Also it’s a safe country for walking at night, very low chance that something will happen to you. But of course it can’t be 100% safe, but I think Japan is much more safe then other countries.
Posted: October 8, 2024
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Tokyo
In general, Japan is quite safe for single female travelers. It’s fine to walk alone at night, it’s safe to go places alone, and most of the time you won’t be bothered by anyone. However, as everyone knows, Tokyo is notorious for sexual harassment and groping on the commuter trains - chikan, as they are called. If you ride the trains between 7am-9am, or 5pm to 7pm, keep your wits about you and try to stand near other women. Shouting at them is effective, as they do not want to be caught and they are intimidated by assertive women, so have your resting bitch face on. Also watch out in public restrooms in parks, particularly at night, as there are peepers. I have also experienced peeping at the beach (taking photos) and groping/sexual comments in crowded areas where there are a lot of people out drinking: Shibuya, Shinjuku, Roppongi. I would not recommend staying anywhere around Kabukicho in Shinjuku - for some reason they are touting it as a good place to stay, as it is very central and the area has been rebuild with some nice hotels and restaurants. However, it is still a crime center (pick pockets, drugs, yakuza bars, sex clubs) and I know women who have been attacked there or followed. Personally I avoid it at night unless I’m with a group of people. It’s better to stay in Asakusa, Ginza, or other central business area. Anywhere in the outskirts will also be fine, and generally it’s fine to walk from the station to your hotel at night. But as in any place you would go, stay alert.
Posted: September 16, 2024Is Japan worth visiting?
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based on 102 experiences from female travelers
Gesche
Germany
Japan, Family travel
While I really enjoyed the two weeks I spend in Japan with my brother, the difference I felt between us exploring the country together versus me alone was huge. We visited Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Nagoya, Tokyo and Fukushima. When I was alone, not only was I being treated very differently by (male) workers, I also had a couple of instances of being harassed, photographed and followed. I never feared for my safety as in getting robbed or our apartment being broken in. But when ever I was alone, I was always worried about the safety of me as a women.
Posted: December 25, 2024Tokyo, Solo travel
Japan was very nice nothing happened I feel comfortable here I went to a restaurant and they are very nice The landscape is wonderful I like being there everyone is very nice there is also free wifi
Posted: December 2, 2024Experienced: August, 2024Meet locals in Japan
Chrissy
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Hey! Im Chrissy, a Canadian who has been living in Japan since 2016. I’m a very friendly, positive and outgoing person who loves travelling and meeting new people! I’m planning on taking time off next year to travel and grow more as a person. I’m looking forward to meeting you!
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