Embassy of Sri Lanka in Tokyo, Japan; address 2-1-54 Takanawa Minato-ku, 108-0074, Minato City; phone +34406911. Head of mission: Prof. Pivithuru Janak…
Head of mission: Prof. Pivithuru Janak Kumarasinghe, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Mr. Kihara Bungo, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Tadashi Ogura, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. D. W. Aluthgamage, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Sunil Medagama Gamage, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Ken Yamashita, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Dharmapriya Wijayananda Aluthgamage, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Japanese visitors, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes. The island offers tropical beaches and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which can attract a segment of the approximately 500,000 Japanese travelers who go abroad each year.
Sri Lanka's safety for tourists, particularly those from Japan, is relatively lower compared to Japan. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, while Japan is significantly safer at 17th. The murder rate in Sri Lanka is 3.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Japan's very low rate of 0.2. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Sri Lanka faces challenges with organized crime, with a state crime index of 7.0 (where 1 is best and 10 is worst), compared to Japan's 3.0. Other crime-related indices also show higher risks in Sri Lanka, particularly in areas such as human trafficking and the heroin trade. While many tourists visit Sri Lanka without incident, it is advisable for travelers to stay informed and exercise caution.