general information

Japan is safe for tourists. Of course, as in any other country in the world, you should not leave things unattended or take large sums of money for a walk.

street crime

Theft and robbery are extremely rare in Japan. Each such case attracts the attention of journalists and politicians. Robberies, if they happen, are mostly committed not by the Japanese themselves, but by visitors from other Asian countries, such as the Chinese.

The Japanese themselves almost never commit such crimes. The point is not only in the inevitability and severity of punishment, but also in national education. To break the laws and traditions here is a great sin and humiliation.

Where to go
In case of any crime, call 110 and call the police (日本の警察). Usually, after a short time, a black and white police car will arrive at the scene of the crime. As a rule, on calls in which the victim is a foreigner, employees who speak English come.

Volcanic eruptions and earthquakes

The nature of Japan is much more dangerous than its inhabitants. Located in the zone of seismic activity, the country is constantly shaken by earthquakes. The main part of such natural disasters remains almost imperceptible and is felt in a slight and short vibration of the walls and floor. But several times a year there are such strong shocks that furniture falls and breaks, asphalt cracks, water pipes burst.

The bulk of houses in Japan are built with all the precautions and can withstand strong impacts. For greater safety, be sure to stand in the doorway and rest against it with your hands and back. It is also recommended to climb under the table and wait out the blows there.

Volcanic eruptions are less dangerous, and the main threat comes not from ash and lava flying in all directions, but mainly from the same tremor. With strong eruptions, the police and civil defense services evacuate everyone to a safe distance. In other cases, a warning is announced over the loudspeakers to stay in the buildings.

Tsunami

Tsunami – это порождение подводных землетрясений, за которыми следует волна. With weak tremors and at a great distance, the tsunami is practically not felt.

However, there are also terrible tides of huge waves. From such tsunamis, the coastal strip with beaches, embankments and buildings can be severely damaged. It is very difficult to feel the tremors, so the first and main sign of a tsunami is receding water. And the farther she retreated, the stronger the impact would be.

At the first visible signs of a tsunami, you need to leave the coast and try to climb as high as possible. It is better to look for a place for shelter in high-rise concrete buildings.

Typhoons

Typhoon is another word that came from Asia. The literal translation means “strong wind”. If we briefly describe this phenomenon, then in the center of a tropical cyclone – an air funnel, a decrease in air pressure is formed. This leads to such gusts of wind that can break trees, billboards, tear down signs, and if this happens on the surface of the sea, then raise large waves.

It is difficult to take precautions here on your own. The civil defense service warns about the approach of a typhoon. Often the police and the army help them in this. When a tsunami and typhoon siren goes off, find a safe shelter, such as a concrete building. In the building itself, you need to take the room farthest from the windows.

radiation threat

After the accident at a nuclear power plant in the province of Fukushima, all residents were evacuated from nearby areas. All things, including household appliances, clothes were either left or disposed of. It is impossible to get into the zone near the station, it is closed and guarded. All other areas in the province are safe and can be visited.

Vaccinations in Japan

There are no major health risks. It is recommended to get vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus and hepatitis A before traveling.