1 mission of Japan in Guyana: Consulate General of Japan in Georgetown, Guyana. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Kashir Ahamad Khan, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Japan offers a captivating mix of rich traditions and modern attractions, making it an appealing destination for some Guyanese travelers. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, visitors tend to spend significantly, indicating a strong engagement with the country's offerings. This suggests that a portion of Guyana's population of approximately one million may find Japan particularly interesting to explore.
Japan is considered one of the safest countries in the world for tourists, including those from Guyana. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Guyana, which ranks 109th. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Guyana's rate of 16.3. This trend continues with female murder rates, where Japan also stands at 0.2, while Guyana's rate is 2.2. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the differences, with Japan scoring better in various categories related to organized crime and state crime. For instance, Japan has a lower score for mafia groups (6.5 for Japan vs. 3.0 for Guyana) and state crime (3.0 for Japan vs. 8.0 for Guyana). Overall, tourists from Guyana can feel relatively safe when visiting Japan, given its low crime rates and high safety rankings.