Legal Concerns

Terrorism
Japan is not in immediate threat of terriost attacks, but it has as a precaution implemented heightened security measures at key facilities including on public transport and at ports of entry. Excercise common sense and be full aware of your security at all times.

Crime Rate
Japan generally has a low rate of crime. However, there is an increased incidence of drink spiking at bars and other entertainment venues, often resulting in credit card theft and assault. If possible, you should avoid carrying your credit cards when you are visiting nightclubs in entertainment districts.

Sporadic incidents of bag snatching and pickpocketing of foreigners in crowded shopping areas, on trains and at airports have occurred. Credit card and ATM fraud can occur in Japan. If you are suspicious of any items that are stuck to ATMs or look unusual, do not use the machine.