Embassy of Norway in Tokyo, Japan; address 5-12-2 Minami Azabu, 106-0047, Minato City; phone +81354221200. Head of mission: H.E. Ms. Inga M.W. Nyamar. Plus…
Head of mission: H.E. Ms. Inga M.W. Nyamar, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Micronesia (Federated States of), Marshall Islands
Head of mission: Mr Stian Erik Sollied, Honorary Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Takeshi Kawahara, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Yoshihiko Yokohama, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Norway offers a captivating experience for visitors, featuring stunning fjords and rugged landscapes that appeal to nature enthusiasts. The country's thriving tourism industry attracts over a million foreign visitors each year, suggesting it has potential appeal for Japanese travelers. With around 500,000 Japanese citizens traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Norway to be an intriguing destination.
Norway is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Japan. It ranks 18th out of 40 European countries in terms of safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway is ranked 28th out of 160 countries, which indicates a high level of safety, though it is slightly less safe than Japan, which ranks 17th. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Japan's much lower rate of 0.2. Female murder rates are also higher in Norway at 0.6 compared to Japan's 0.2. Regarding organized crime, Norway scores better than Japan in several categories on the Global Organized Crime Index, with lower indices indicating less organized crime activity. For example, Norway has a score of 4.5 for mafia groups compared to Japan's 6.5. Overall, while Norway is safe, it is important for Japanese tourists to remain aware of their surroundings, as they would in any foreign country.