Embassy of Samoa in Tokyo, Japan; address 3-5-7 Azabudai, Azabu AMEREX Building 5F, 106-0041, Minato City; phone +62283692. Head of mission: Ms. Faalavaau…
Head of mission: Ms. Faalavaau Perina Jacqueline Sila-Tualaulelei, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Tominaga Taisuke, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Ms Catherine Gagneux, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Taisuke Tominaga, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Naomi Inoue, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Japan, 16 Nov 2024)
Samoa offers a unique blend of adventure and tranquility, making it an appealing destination for some Japanese travelers. Although it has a modest ranking in global tourism arrivals, its rich cultural experiences can attract a portion of the approximately 500,000 Japanese who travel abroad each year.
Samoa is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Japan. While Japan has a very low murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people, Samoa's rate is higher at 6.6. However, Samoa has a lower score in organized crime indices compared to Japan, indicating a relatively low presence of organized crime. For example, Samoa scores 1.0 for mafia groups and 2.0 for crime networks, while Japan scores 6.5 and 5.5, respectively. Overall, while tourists should remain vigilant as in any destination, Samoa is not known for high levels of violent crime, making it a viable travel option for Japanese visitors.