Page updated 10 February 2026

Japan

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Exercise normal safety and security precautions

Overview 

Japan is located near the Korean Peninsula, where North Korea has done nuclear and ballistic missile tests, which could affect Japan.  

Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Japan should be aware of are: 

  • Crime - watch out for petty crime, such as theft and drink-spiking, especially in Tokyo’s entertainment districts. 
  • Natural disasters - download the NHK World-Japan app for updates. 
  • Bear activity - Bears have been sighted in urban areas, including resorts and hiking trails. Some encounters have resulted in casualties.

New Zealanders travelling or living in Japan should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place that includes provision for adventure activities and medical evacuation by air.

See below for detailed travel advice. 

Nearest office

New Zealand Embassy Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

Street Address:
20-40 Kamiyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150 - 0047, Japan

Telephone:
+81 3 3467 2271

Email:
[email protected]

Website:
www.mfat.govt.nz/japan

Hours:
Mon - Fri 0900 - 1730 hrs

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