Embassy of South Sudan in Tokyo, Japan; address In the process of opening; 902 In The Hood Tsukiji, 6-1-4, Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, 104-0045, Tokyo; phone…
Head of mission: Mrs. Victoria Samuel Aru, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of South Sudan, 8 Dec 2024)
South Sudan offers untapped potential and natural beauty, making it an emerging destination for travelers. As a young nation, its hospitality sector is still developing but shows promise. While it may attract a niche group of Japanese visitors, given that around 500,000 Japanese travel abroad annually, interest in South Sudan could grow among some of them.
South Sudan is considered a high-risk destination for tourists, including those from Japan. According to the Global Peace Index, South Sudan ranks 158th out of 160 countries, indicating significant safety concerns compared to Japan, which ranks 17th. The murder rate in South Sudan is notably high at 14.9 per 100,000 people, while Japan's murder rate is extremely low at 0.2. Additionally, various crime indices highlight the prevalence of organized crime in South Sudan, with scores indicating severe issues in areas such as state crime (9.0) and crime networks (8.0), compared to Japan's much lower scores (3.0 and 5.5, respectively). Given these statistics, it is advisable for tourists from Japan to exercise extreme caution and thoroughly assess travel advisories before considering a trip to South Sudan.