Embassy of Japan in The Hague, Netherlands; address Tobias Asserlaan 5, 2517 KC, Den Haag; phone +31703469544. Head of mission: Mr. Rokuichiro Michii. Plus…
Head of mission: Mr. Rokuichiro Michii, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Mr Jos ter Avest, Honorary Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Syne Jacob van der Goot, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Japan offers a compelling mix of rich traditions and modern innovation, making it an appealing destination for Dutch travelers. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, the high spending per visitor indicates strong engagement with the country's attractions. With 22.1 million Dutch citizens traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among them in exploring Japan.
Japan is considered a very safe destination for tourists, including those from the Netherlands. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, making it one of the safest countries globally. In comparison, the Netherlands ranks 18th. While specific data on safety for walking alone at night in Japan is unavailable, crime statistics indicate a low murder rate in Japan at 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to the Netherlands' rate of 0.7. Regarding organized crime, both countries have varying indices, with Japan scoring higher in mafia presence (6.5) and crime networks (5.5) than the Netherlands (4.5 and 6.0, respectively). However, Japan performs better in areas like arms trafficking and heroin trade, with lower scores indicating less prevalence. Overall, tourists from the Netherlands can feel secure visiting Japan, as it is on par with or safer than their home country in many aspects.