Consulate General of Japan in Freetown, Sierra Leone
- Address: 82/88 Kissy Dockyard; P. O. Box 369, Freetown
- Phone: +23222226768, +23276612044
- Fax: +23222229203
Head of mission: Mr K. Shankerdas, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
1 mission of Japan in Sierra Leone: Consulate General of Japan in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr K. Shankerdas, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Japan offers a captivating mix of rich traditions and modern innovation, making it an appealing destination for some Sierra Leonean travelers. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, visitors tend to spend significantly, indicating a strong engagement with the country's attractions. With around 100,000 Sierra Leoneans traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Japan particularly interesting to explore.
Japan is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, including those from Sierra Leone. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Sierra Leone, which ranks 64th. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a low murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Sierra Leone's rate of 2.1. Additionally, Japan has lower indices for various organized crime categories, such as state crime (3.0 in Japan vs. 7.0 in Sierra Leone) and resource crime (3.0 in Japan vs. 6.5 in Sierra Leone). Overall, tourists from Sierra Leone can expect a safe and welcoming environment in Japan.