Embassy of Japan in Bern, Switzerland; address Engestrasse 53, 3012, Bern; phone +41313002222. Head of mission: Mr. Yoshinori Fujiyama. Plus 2 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Yoshinori Fujiyama, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Liechtenstein, 7 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Liechtenstein
Head of mission: Mr. Georges Henry Mueller, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Akiyuki Hagino, Head of Mission (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Japan offers a compelling mix of rich traditions and modern innovation, making it an appealing destination for Swiss 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 its attractions. Given that 6.1 million Swiss travel abroad annually, a portion of them may find Japan particularly interesting to explore.
Japan is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Switzerland. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, making it one of the safest countries globally. In comparison, Switzerland ranks 6th in the same index, indicating it is slightly safer. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a lower murder rate (0.2 per 100,000 people) compared to Switzerland (0.5). Additionally, both countries have similar rates for female murders, with Japan at 0.2 and Switzerland at 0.6. However, when examining organized crime, Switzerland has a better score in several categories, such as mafia groups and crime networks, indicating a lower prevalence of organized crime compared to Japan. Overall, while Switzerland may be marginally safer in certain aspects, Japan remains a very safe country for tourists.