Embassy of Japan in Dublin, Ireland; address Nutley Building, Merrion Centre, Nutley Lane, D04 EY42; phone +35312028300. Head of mission: Mr. Junji Shimada.
Head of mission: Mr. Junji Shimada, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Japan offers a captivating mix of rich traditions and modern attractions, appealing to visitors with its cultural depth and natural beauty. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, those who do visit tend to spend significantly, indicating a strong engagement with the country's offerings. With 2.3 million Irish traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among some of them in exploring Japan as a travel destination.
Japan is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Ireland. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, making it one of the safest countries in the world. In comparison, Ireland ranks 2nd among European countries for safety while walking alone at night. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a lower murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Ireland's 0.4. Both countries have similar rates for female murders, with Japan at 0.2 and Ireland at 0.3. When examining organized crime, both countries have similar indices, with Japan scoring slightly worse in some areas, such as mafia groups (6.5 for Japan vs. 6.0 for Ireland) and human smuggling (4.5 for Japan vs. 4.0 for Ireland). However, Japan has a notably lower score for heroin trade (2.0) compared to Ireland (5.5). Overall, while Ireland may have a slight edge in certain safety rankings, Japan remains a very safe option for travelers.