Embassy of Kuwait in Tokyo, Japan; address Tokyo, Tokyo; phone +81334550361. Head of mission: Mr. Sami Ghassab Muhammad Alzamanan.
Head of mission: Mr. Sami Ghassab Muhammad Alzamanan, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Kuwait offers a unique blend of tourism attractions, reflecting its significant role in global affairs. Although it attracts fewer foreign tourists than its neighbors, it boasts high spending per visitor, indicating that affluent travelers are drawn to luxury experiences rather than mass tourism. With around 500,000 Japanese traveling abroad annually, Kuwait could appeal to a segment of these visitors seeking a distinctive destination.
Kuwait is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Japan. According to the Global Peace Index, Kuwait ranks 25th out of 160 countries, which indicates a relatively safe environment, although it is slightly less safe than Japan, which ranks 17th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Kuwait is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Japan's very low rate of 0.2. Female murder rates are also higher in Kuwait at 1.1 per 100,000, while Japan's rate is 0.2. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that while Kuwait faces challenges with organized crime, it has a lower score for mafia groups (1.0) compared to Japan (6.5). However, Kuwait scores higher in areas such as human trafficking (8.0) and some drug-related crimes. Overall, while Kuwait is relatively safe, tourists should remain aware of their surroundings and exercise standard precautions, as they would in any foreign country.