Embassy of Japan in Montevideo, Uruguay; address Bulevar General Artigas 953, 11200, Montevideo; phone +59824187645.
Japan offers a captivating mix of rich traditions and modern advancements, making it an appealing destination for some Uruguayan travelers. Although the number of foreign tourists has been modest recently, the high spending per visitor indicates that those who do come are highly engaged with the country's offerings. With 2.2 million Uruguayans traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among them in exploring Japan.
Japan is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, including those from Uruguay. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Uruguay, which ranks 51st. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Uruguay's rate of 8.9. The safety of women is also notable, with female murder rates at 0.2 in Japan and 2.3 in Uruguay. While both countries face organized crime issues, Japan generally has higher indices for crime networks and state crime than Uruguay, indicating a more significant presence of organized crime. However, the overall crime environment in Japan remains much safer for tourists. In summary, tourists from Uruguay can feel secure visiting Japan, as it has lower crime rates and is ranked higher in safety compared to Uruguay.