Embassy of Botswana in Tokyo, Japan; address 4-5-10 Shiba, ACN Tamachi Building 6F, 108-0014, Minato City; phone +81354405676. Head of mission: Mr…
Head of mission: Mr Gotsileene Morake, Ambassador (as of 2024)
Also accredited to: Thailand
Botswana offers a unique appeal for Japanese travelers, characterized by its vast savannas and diverse wildlife. With a moderate number of visitors, it attracts discerning tourists looking for off-the-beaten-path experiences. Given that around 500,000 Japanese travel abroad annually, a portion may find Botswana an intriguing destination.
Botswana is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Japan. It ranks 49th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, indicating a relatively peaceful environment, though it is less safe than Japan, which ranks 17th. In terms of crime statistics, Botswana has a higher murder rate of 10.5 per 100,000 people compared to Japan's very low rate of 0.2. Female murder rates also reflect this disparity, with Botswana at 7.6 and Japan at 0.2. Regarding organized crime, Botswana scores well with a mafia group index of 1.0 (better than Japan's 6.5), indicating a lower presence of organized crime. Other crime indices show similar patterns, with Botswana generally having lower scores in areas such as human trafficking and flora crime, though it faces challenges with fauna crime, scoring 7.5 compared to Japan's 6.0. Overall, while Botswana has some safety concerns, particularly regarding violent crime, it remains a popular and manageable destination for Japanese tourists.