Embassy of Japan in Vienna, Austria
- Address: Heßgasse 6, 1010 Wien
- Phone: +4315319200, +431405102526
- Fax: +4314051031
- Email: info@wi.mofa.go.jp (verified)
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Head of mission: H.E. Mrs. Sigrid Berka, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Japan in Austria
Embassy of Japan in Vienna, Austria; address Heßgasse 6, 1010, Wien; phone +4315319200. Head of mission: H.E. Mrs. Sigrid Berka. Plus 1 other mission.
Consulate General of Japan in Salzburg, Austria
- Address: Strubergasse 28, 5. Stock, 5020 Salzburg
- Phone: +43922376364
- Fax: +43922380289
- Email: japan.consulate@sag.at (verified), japan.cons@sag.at
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Head of mission: Mr. Peter Exner, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Austria, 2 Nov 2024)
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Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Japan as a destination for visitors from Austria?
Japan offers a compelling mix of rich traditions and modern innovation, making it an appealing destination for many travelers. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, the high spending per visitor indicates that those who do travel to Japan are highly engaged. With 7.5 million Austrians traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among some of them in visiting Japan.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Japan for tourists coming from Austria?
Japan is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Austria. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries in terms of safety, while Austria ranks 3rd among 40 European countries. Although specific data on safety while walking alone at night in Japan is not available, Japan has a lower murder rate (0.2 per 100,000 people) compared to Austria (0.7). However, Austria performs better in various organized crime indices, with lower scores indicating less crime activity compared to Japan in areas such as mafia presence and crime networks. Overall, while Japan is very safe, tourists from Austria may find their home country slightly safer based on certain metrics.