Tokyo, Japan

Is Tokyo safe in 2026?

Tokyo scores 8.1/10 based on official indicators and reviews from travelers like you. Here is what to know before you go.

8.1/10
Safe

Why does Tokyo get 8.1?

Tokyo scores 8.1/10. Indicators and reviews point to a low overall risk level. Stay alert in crowded tourist areas, but most travelers report few issues.

7-10 Safe
5-7 Mostly safe
3-5 Moderate
0-3 High caution
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Women's safety
87/100
Strong
LGBTQ+ rights
57/100
Good
Cultural life
91/100
Strong
Cost of stay
20/100
Very affordable
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What travelers say

1 reviews about Tokyo. Average rating: 4.0/5.

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Ville très sûre dans l’ensemble

Je suis allée à Tokyo en décembre 2025, et je m’y suis sentie globalement très en sécurité, même avec une amie et tard le soir. Les transports sont propres, bien organisés, et l’ambiance est beaucoup plus calme que dans …

Is Tokyo safe in 2026? What the data says

Overall safety

Tokyo scores 8.1/10 on the MapSur safety index, which combines official indicators with reviews from travelers. This places it in the safe range: most visitors report few issues. The usual advice still applies, especially in crowded tourist areas and on public transport at night: keep an eye on your belongings.

For women traveling solo

The Georgetown WPS Index (2025) rates the country at 87/100 on women's inclusion, justice and security, in the higher range. Solo female travelers generally report feeling comfortable in Tokyo; the precautions are the standard big-city ones rather than anything specific.

For LGBTQ+ travelers

Equaldex rates the country at 57/100 on LGBTQ+ legal protections, mid-range. Some rights are recognized, others are not, and social acceptance can differ from the legal picture. Reviews from LGBT+ travelers describe how that plays out day to day in Tokyo.

What travelers report

1 travelers have shared their experience of Tokyo on MapSur. Reviews can be filtered by profile (women, LGBT+, Black, Muslim or Jewish travelers, accessibility and more) so you can read feedback from people who travel like you.

Each figure above names its source (MapSur index, Georgetown WPS Index, Equaldex). See our methodology

Frequently asked questions

Is Tokyo safe for travelers?

Tokyo scores 8.1/10. Most travelers report few issues. Stay alert at night and in crowded tourist areas.

Is Tokyo safe at night?

Tokyo is generally safe at night in central areas. Standard precautions apply: stick to lit streets and keep an eye on your belongings.

Is Tokyo safe for solo female travelers?

The Georgetown WPS Index (2025) rates the country at 87/100 on women's inclusion and security, in the higher range. Solo female travelers generally report feeling comfortable in Tokyo.

Is Tokyo welcoming to LGBTQ+ travelers?

Equaldex rates Tokyo's country at 57/100 on LGBTQ+ legal protections, mid-range. Some rights are recognized, others limited.

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