Is Japan safe for solo female travelers?
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based on 148 experiences from female travelers
Tokyo, Family travel
Visiting Tokyo with my family was great, the food, the people, the clothes, the public transport.. honestly everything felt so clean and safe. I think anyone should visit Tokyo at least once in their lifetime, if they have the means to.
Posted: October 14, 2025Experienced: July, 2016
Roqayya
France
Japan, Group travel
Japan is generally safe. I mean, a lot of Japanese people approached my friends and me about South Korea, but always respectfully, and I never felt uncomfortable. I didn't really have the budget for this trip because it was truly the trip of a lifetime that I had wanted to do since I was very young. But with the flight, accommodation, and expenses, I reached a total of around 4,000 € for 3 weeks. I think that's pretty reasonable; with a different budget, I was able to do all the activities I wanted to do (except DisneySea, which I didn't have time for). But I was able to visit a total of 7 cities (Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Nagoya, Tokyo, Mount Fuji, and Kamakura). I think I could have saved a few hundred euros if I had organized a little more in advance. The food is really, really good; you will eat very well for a price of about 10 € more or less. Every morning, I would stop at konbini stores like 7-Eleven, and you’ll find plenty of things to try, good or not. For activities, I was able to do: Universal Studios, Ghibli Park, Tokyo Drift, and Pokémon Café. I list them as activities because these are the ones I had to book in advance, sometimes even a month ahead. I was able to visit many temples and do a lot of shopping. On this note, everyone says it, but I also advise you to leave with almost nothing in your suitcase. Personally, I took way too many clothes and bought a lot from thrift shops, so I had to limit myself due to space. But you’ll find really good deals — some shops had clothes for 500 yen, others more depending on the brand. Next time, I’ll only bring four outfits; you can even buy things like socks, underwear, etc., over there — everything can be bought cheaply and is much nicer. I recommend Osaka for buying all your figurines because that's where everything was cheaper compared to other cities. As for nightlife, there was only a small district in Kyoto, but in Tokyo, you have a lot of choices, especially Shibuya and Shinjuku, the best neighborhoods. We stayed two stations from Shinjuku, but taking an Uber back cost about sixty euros, so plan to either stay really close to the night neighborhoods if you go out or wait until 5 a.m. for the subways. In any case, this won’t be my last time in Japan; I definitely plan to go two or three more times at least.
Posted: October 10, 2025Experienced: August, 2025Japan, Group travel
I went to Tokyo in January 2025, and I’m just gonna say I’m definitely going back! There’s just so much to explore. There are tons of interesting shops and restaurants to visit, and getting around is super convenient with the subway (though it can get a bit crowded sometimes). Overall, I’d highly recommend Tokyo to anyone who loves city vibes and endless things to do!
Posted: October 8, 2025Miyakojima, Solo travel
Miyako Island is well worth a visit for all female travellers who adore island getaways, particularly those travelling solo. The locals are wonderfully warm and welcoming, and safety concerns are entirely unfounded, I once walked back to my hotel alone from the beach after dark. Visitor numbers are low in mid-September, meaning the beaches are pleasantly uncrowded and well worth exploring; you might even find yourself with an entire stretch of sand all to yourself. My favourite spot is Sunayama Beach; when the waters are calm, it feels like paradise. If you prefer the countryside to the city, head to Irabu Island, which is less populated than Miyako Island. Should you fancy a private experience, securing an entire stretch of beach during the off-season is entirely feasible. For those seeking livelier spots, Miyako Island itself is well worth exploring, particularly for snorkelling at Yabiji. The local guides are wonderfully friendly, adding an extra touch to a perfect ocean adventure. The only drawback is that many restaurants require advance booking, though walk-ins are possible during the off-season. An exceptionally worthwhile destination that surpassed my expectations!
Posted: September 27, 2025Japan, Group travel
I felt pretty safe walking around in Tokyo. We stayed there for about 2 weeks. I knew someone local. Getting around was pretty simple, but one should have the Pasmo app or any related on. It makes it much easier to travel by metro. The food was good and I suggest also trying more local looking restaurants. Keep in mind that you might have to pay cash then. I was also a bit surprised of the English speaking level
Posted: September 9, 2025How safe is Japan for women?
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Miyu
Japan
Recently, some urban areas have seen a deterioration in public safety due to immigrants and refugees, but fundamentally, the Japanese are gentle and shy around strangers, so they lack the courage to commit crimes. They are extremely conscious of others' opinions. In places where there are lots of people, you hardly need to worry about crime.
Posted: October 2, 2025
Yana
Inzai
Very safe, nothing is happening here. Mostly families with children, elderly, christians. Many data centers and warehouses in the area, close to the narita airport. Many clean beautiful parks, small city communities.
Posted: September 29, 2025
Gabie
Japan
Japan is very safe for travelers. Locals are super nice and willing to help you when you get lost. I have never unsafe here. Japan is great for solo or group travelers. The is also always something to do around every corner
Posted: September 28, 2025Fukuoka
Fukuoka is a very safe place, where you can solo trip as a girl alone with no problems. No need to worry about being harassed in anyway. You can go out at night freely, however almost everything closes at 20:00 ~ 22:00
Posted: September 24, 2025Fukuoka
Environmentally it is rather safe as earthquakes and tsunamis rarely ever come. The people are kind too but you can never be too careful! Try avoiding trains full of people, as there is a risk of being sexually assaulted (although, it is safe enough to sleep a little if you're sitting down). This is a wide problem, not only in Fukuoka obviously but all over japan. Pickpocketing isn't usually a problem either, but like i said before you can never be too careful.
Posted: September 2, 2025Safety in Japan
