Embassy of Japan in Hanoi, Vietnam; address 53-A, Jinnah Town, Hanoi; phone +842438463000. Head of mission: Mr. Naoki Ito. Plus 2 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Naoki Ito, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Masuo Ono, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Mr Gonzalo Alvarez Urquijo, Consul (as of 2015)
Japan offers a captivating mix of rich traditions and modern innovation, appealing to visitors with its cultural depth and natural beauty. Although the number of foreign tourists has been relatively low recently, the high spending per visitor indicates that those who travel to Japan are highly engaged. This makes it an attractive destination for a segment of Vietnam's 98 million population.
Japan is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, including those from Vietnam. According to the Global Peace Index, Japan ranks 17th out of 160 countries, making it safer than Vietnam, which ranks 41st. In terms of crime statistics, Japan has a significantly lower murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people compared to Vietnam's 1.5. Additionally, Japan has lower indices in various organized crime categories, indicating a generally safer environment. For instance, Japan scores better in state crime (3.0) and the heroin trade (2.0) compared to Vietnam's scores of 7.0 and 7.0, respectively. Overall, tourists from Vietnam can feel relatively safe when visiting Japan, given its low crime rates and high safety rankings.