Embassy of Japan in Quito, Ecuador; address Av. Rio Amazonas N39-123 and Jose Arizaga Street, 170135, Quito; phone +59322278700. Head of mission: Mr.…
Head of mission: Mr. Keiichiro Morishita, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Ecuador, 1 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Carlos Ernesto Ortega Maldonado, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Ecuador, 1 Oct 2024)
Japan offers a captivating mix of rich traditions and modern innovation, appealing to visitors with its cultural depth and stunning landscapes. Although the number of foreign tourists has been relatively low recently, those who do travel to Japan tend to spend significantly, indicating a strong engagement with the country's attractions. Given that around 500,000 Ecuadorians travel abroad annually, a portion of them may find Japan to be an intriguing destination.
Japan is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, including those from Ecuador. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Ecuador, which ranks 128th. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Ecuador's rate of 14.0. This trend continues with female murder rates, where both countries report 0.2 in Japan and 2.5 in Ecuador. Regarding organized crime, both countries have similar scores for mafia groups and crime networks, but Japan scores better in several categories, including state crime (3.0 in Japan vs. 6.5 in Ecuador) and drug trafficking, with Japan scoring lower in heroin (2.0) and cocaine (3.0) trade compared to Ecuador's higher scores. Overall, tourists from Ecuador can feel safe traveling to Japan, given its low crime rates and high safety rankings.