Embassy of Japan in Canberra, Australia; address 112 Empire Circuit, 2600, Yarralumla; phone +61262733244. Head of mission: Mr. Kazuhiro Suzuki. Plus 12…
Head of mission: Mr. Kazuhiro Suzuki, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Australia, 11 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Adam Wynn, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mrs Ros Bracher, Honorary Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Peter Christopher Shelley, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Adam Wynn, Consul General (as of 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Tokuro Furuya, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: John Bernard Crane, Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Osamu Yamanaka, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Toshikazu Muto, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Japan is an appealing destination for Australian travelers, showcasing a rich mix of cultural heritage and modern attractions. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, the high spending per visitor indicates strong engagement with the country's offerings. With around 300,000 Australians traveling abroad annually, a notable portion may find Japan an intriguing option.
Japan is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, including those from Australia. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, closely following Australia, which is ranked 19th. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a notably low murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Australia's rate of 0.7. This trend continues with female murder rates, where both countries have low figures (Japan at 0.2 and Australia at 0.4). While organized crime exists in both countries, Japan generally has lower indices for various crime categories. For instance, Japan's score for mafia groups is 6.5, while Australia's is 5.0. However, Japan's scores for state crime (3.0) and foreign crime (5.0) indicate a slightly higher level of concern compared to Australia (2.0 and 4.0, respectively). Overall, Japan is a safe destination for Australian tourists, with low violent crime rates and a stable environment.