Is Japan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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How safe is Japan for solo female travelers?
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based on 156 experiences from female travelers
Maja
Poland
Japan, Family travel
Japan is a perfect place to visit if you want to experience some big city life and feel the historical atmosphere of old Japanese temples. 🇯🇵 This country is very clean, safe and local food is just amazing! (I loved their rames the most) 🍜 Public transport is fast and easy to use but it was sometimes hard to understand where to go 😅 People there are always so nice, polite and so happy to help.🫂 Although the trip was a bit expensive, it was definitely worth it!! 😊 I definitely recommend it...
Posted: July 14, 2026Experienced: April, 2025
Rabia
United Arab Emirates
Tokyo, Group travel
Travelled with a friend during autumn, found the place to be safe to go out at night. We were mostly at touristy spots. It was very busy, we'd go early morning around 8am otherwise its packed to the point you cant breathe. Food is amazing, i loved eating ramen noodles everyday. Lots of halal options too. Most people dont speak english unfortunately. I like the city vibes. The kimono experience is a must, did a matcha ceremony too. For go karting you need international license, it was scary...
Posted: July 8, 2026Experienced: October, 2023Japan, Family travel
it was the best time for me. we traveled 2 girls me and my sister. and we felt safe and comfortable. the food was amazing. a little bit expensive but it worth definitely. we are planning to travel again
Posted: June 26, 2026
Brenda
United States
Japan, Family travel
I loved Japan!! It was very fun and it felt very safe especially as female travelers. The people are very friendly and would recommend learning basic Japanese as it creates a great connection with locals. The food was incredible as well!
Posted: June 25, 2026Is Japan safe for women?
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Pilar
Nagoya
Japan is overall safe. I have lived here for 7 years. Sometimes, they discriminate against foreigners, but those are rare cases.Nagoya is very hot in the summer in July, August, and September. I highly recommend you do NOT visit during those months.
Posted: July 22, 2026Tokyo
I’ve traveled many countries, and the safest I’ve felt over all is still Japan. As a woman, I dont enjoy traveling to countries that i constantly have to worry about just existing. Although the Japanese can get onto you about cultural things, not once (twice I’ve done) did I have to think about my safety even at night.
Posted: July 14, 2026
Theia
Arakawa
Mostly older people here, very peaceful and nice. Close to Ueno and Asakusa. Would recommend if you want to take a slow trip in Tokyo. Pretty safe, been living here for two months and haven’t seen anything bad or anything.
Posted: May 24, 2026Kurume
For my safety report to hold any weight I first feel I should say that I’m from Houston, Texas, and in Texas really anywhere in Texas. You would never find me walking anywhere at night by myself and even with companions we’d still be mindful of going anywhere late. However, Kurume and this is true for many parts of Japan. I don’t have those worries. I could go anywhere anytime of day or night and not think I’ll be harmed.
Posted: May 18, 2026Safety in Japan
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Jamie
Okinawa
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Hi! I’m an American Expat currently living in Okinawa, Japan. I moved here in Nov 2024 from Italy, where I had been living for the 4 years prior. I live with my partner, Francisco, whom is also an expat that I met in Italy 3 years ago (edit: he moved to Tokyo, but will periodically visit me in Okinawa—you may or may not meet him). Together, we have a passion for traveling and really enjoying the culture of the countries we travel and stay in. I think we have traveled to 35 countries together now (I lost count)! I also live with my two lovely feline lifelines, Luna and Gio. They are quite the adventure cats. What I love most about travel is the perspective it provides and the enamor and awe one can experience through it. I want to do what I can to facilitate that experience for other travelers and find like minded free spirits that are just passing through.
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Arin
Tokyo
Can host for:
5 days
About me
Hello girls 🌸 30 countries so far, I’m used to travelling solo etc.. but I love this idea of connecting with other girls worldwide, sharing knowledge, keeping each other safer, making friends! I’m always open to have a company, so feel free to reach out:) I genuinely love nature, and all things related to it- and I wanna start travelling more focused on nature, slow and soft🌿 Love good herbal tea, interested in growing my veggies/herbs etc.. I also love traditional cultures, myths, beliefs.. all things magical actually✨ I love exploring spirituality 🌙 I resonate especially with Hinduism, Shintoism, paganism and always learning more! For Creativity- singing, dancing, sewing.. I enjoy learning languages too! I have a lot more to say but I will keep them for when we can hopefully hang out, or share time together :)
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Kirari
286-0048
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I'm a medical student studying in both English and Japanese🩺🥼 I love traveling, learning languages, and having deep conversations about culture, life, and health. Instagram: 7merci7
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Chrissy
Fukuoka
Can host for:
3 days
About me
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 travelling around Europe between June-August 2025 to travel and grow more as a person. I’m looking forward to meeting you!
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Nina
Tokyo
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Hello, I am Nina. Currently a graduate student in Tokyo, majoring linguistics in general. Feel free to reach out to me. If you want to go clubbing but feel a bit shy, hit me up.
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Nori
Tokyo
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi I’m a Japanese Indian DJ, fashion designer, tattoo artist and travel enthusiast! Foodie and nature and art lover! I want to meet creative people and connect, skill-share, collaborate? Let me cook you food from my country! 💖
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Minami
Hakodate
Can host for:
7 days
About me
hi~٩( ᐖ ) I'm Minami, 20yo Japanese. I’m university student living alone in Hakodate . In my free time, I enjoy cooking, watching movies, and going for walks around the city. I’m really excited to welcome you to Japan! My apartment is small but cozy, and I hope you’ll feel at home here. Don’t worry if you’re nervous — I’m also introvert lol but I’ll do my best to help you with anything you need.
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Minami
Tokyo
Can host for:
5 days
About me
Hi, I'm Minami and I'm 28. I absolutely love exploring new places and hanging out with ppl. I currently live pretty close to Shinjuku/ Shibuya. (You need to walk for like 15min from my place to the closest station, but the train ride's about 15min for both) If you're ever in Tokyo and need a place to crash, feel free to reach out anytime😊 I'm gonna be in Finland from June 14th-21st Hopefully I can meet up with some fellow travellers💟 Minami
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Luisana
Yokosuka
Can host for:
7 days
About me
I was born in Venezuela and shaped by life across several countries, I’ve lived in my home country, the U.S., Peru, and now Japan (Kanagawa). Moving so much has made me deeply curious, adaptable, and always excited to connect with people and cultures. I’m a musician and I play the cello 🎻, an outdoor lover who enjoys hiking, camping, swimming, and a good challenge (I’ve done triathlons and learned to surf). I value meaningful conversations, spontaneity, kindness toward animals, and shared experiences—whether that’s music, food, or stories from life. I love meeting people from different backgrounds and believe every place and person has something to teach.
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Ayu
Tokyo
Can host for:
5 days
About me
⚠️I’m not available during 24th Desember to 7th January⚠️ Hi I am Karin, I am half Japanese and half Indonesian. I was away from this apps for half a year, but I’m back! Living tokyo, wishing to have many friend across the world. I am sorry that I am not really active on this apps, I’m busy of work so often. And because I got so many text , sometimes I missed some messages from you …. If you feel ghosted, please feel free to send me another text so your message going up to the top of the list. I love to eat, drink, walking, shopping and of course, traveling ;)
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