Embassy of Portugal in Tokyo, Japan; address 3-6-6 Nishi-Azabu, 106-0031, Minato City; phone +81364477870. Head of mission: Mr. Vitor Paulo Da Costa Sereno.…
Head of mission: Mr. Vitor Paulo Da Costa Sereno, Ambassador (as of 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Philip Fernando de Souza, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Koichi Fukaya, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Trygve Myrvang, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Ershad Ali, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Jörg M. Schwartze, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Alvin J. Schonfeld, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Portugal is a captivating destination for visitors from Japan, thanks to its rich culture and stunning landscapes. Although the popularity of the country has varied over time, recent trends show a gradual increase in foreign tourist arrivals. With around 500,000 Japanese traveling abroad annually, a portion of these travelers may find Portugal particularly appealing.
Portugal is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Japan. It ranks 15th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, though specific data for Japan is not available. According to the Global Peace Index, Portugal is the 7th safest country out of 160 worldwide, which is better than Japan's 17th place ranking. In terms of crime statistics, Portugal has a murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to Japan's very low rate of 0.2. While Japan has lower rates of certain crimes, Portugal's organized crime index scores suggest it has a slightly higher prevalence of mafia and crime networks compared to Japan. Overall, while there are some differences in crime rates, Portugal remains a safe destination for Japanese tourists.