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 152 experiences from female travelers
Japan, Group travel
Loved Japan it was a very safe country to visit and definitely want to go back again! The people are so nice and helpful there and the food is amazing. I definitely recommend for any kind of traveler.
Posted: December 22, 2025
Amit
Israel
Kanazawa, Solo travel
It felt safe but very confusing. There are a lot of tourist but nothing is in English, the suica card doesn’t work on buses and no one tells you that 😭 sometimes it feels like you are being judged just because you are a tourist, and to go through that as a solo traveler is not very welcoming and nice…
Posted: November 15, 2025Experienced: November, 2025
Sandra
Spain
Tokyo, Solo travel
I felt completely safe in this city. People seem to live in their own world, and that’s the best feeling when you need some space as a solo traveler. But if you ever feel overwhelmed and want to chat with someone, just look around: you’ll notice that people are always open to talking. The city is super convenient: there’s always something to do at any hour, almost everything stays open, and you can find literally anything you can imagine. Food is cheap and delicious, and shopping is very satisfying for anyone who loves hunting for good deals: you can always find the same thing cheaper...
Posted: November 8, 2025Osaka, Group travel
Osaka was lovely, we also did tokyo but preferred Osaka. There was much more to do in terms of sights to see and attractions to do. The people are lovely and its a lot less crowded. The food was also amazing.
Posted: November 7, 2025Experienced: September, 2025Tokyo, 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, 2016How safe is Japan for women?
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Based on 88 local experiences
Kai
Tokyo
Just be careful around shibuya (takeshita street) there’s a lot of african people who are aggressive and will scam you. They usually come up to you at night so please if you see one get away immediately
Posted: January 28, 2026
Minami
Hakodate
Hakodate is very safe overall, as it is in Japan. It is smaller and calmer than major cities. Occasionally, you might encounter drunk people at night, but they are usually harmless. Dont worry:) Rather than crime, the cold weather is something people should be more careful about lol
Posted: January 25, 2026Tokyo
It’s generally safe compared to most major cities in the world. Just be mindful when you’re in crowded spaces like trains (groping can happen), nightlife districts like Kabukicho and Roppongi. Just use basic common sense and you’ll be fine.
Posted: January 20, 2026Shibuya 2-chome
I felt pretty safe! I walked around 2/3am without any issues just be mindful of course and take necessary precautions. The locals are nice, and lots of shops/ restaurants that open pretty late. Train stations are 10-15 minutes walk
Posted: January 3, 2026
Marta
Tokyo
Honestly, Tokyo is one of the safest places ever. It’s clean and the locals are incredibly polite. Although there is a serious problem with assault towards woman, I don’t think it’s something tourists need to be very aware of as people tend to steer clear of foreigners.
Posted: December 26, 2025Safety 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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Mino
Osaka
Can host for:
2 days
About me
Hello! I’m Mino. I love traveling, and my goal is to go on overseas trips twice a year. Someday, I’d love to travel around the world 🌍 I’m currently studying English. Also, I’m Japanese, but there are still so many places in Japan I haven’t visited yet. I’d love to explore more of my own country—places like Kamikōchi, Mt. Tate, the Shikoku Karst, Mt. Fuji, Mt. Aso, the Tohoku region, Tanegashima, and Yoronjima.
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