Japan is definitely an extremely safe country overall but it’s still a little surprising that that fact extends to the cities even when you’re a solo lady. I only stopped in Fukuoka city for one day while on a road trip but it was really easy to walk around even in the evening and just enjoy the vibe of the city. It was Golden Week so it was lively even though it was a weekday but I didn’t get any unwanted attention and I ended up staying out ridiculously late visiting the small bars and karaoke spots around! Oh, and eating too much gelato lol. I’m hoping I can go back and spend some more time there.
Posted: May 16, 2024Based on 5 local experiences
Based on 5 local experiences
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, 2025Environmentally 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, 2025I found Fukuoka is a safe city. Of course there might be a chance to get bad experience in any country. But I can walk at night time alone and I feel prtty safe to do it. I think most of places in Japan is like that and I really appreciate.
Posted: February 17, 2025Chrissy
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, 2024Chrissy
Fukuoka
3 days
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!
Chrissy
Fukuoka
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!
Aili
Fukuoka
Hi! My name is Aili, im half japanese and american, so i have no problem translating for you if you don't understand something. I used to live in Arizona and Michigan(usa) and moved to japan when i was 10. Lwk in desperate need of friends lol. Feel free to send a chat:) Currently in college studying IT