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Japan – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

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Exercise normal precautions in Japan.

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Japan.

If you decide to travel to Japan: 

 * Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and
   make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
 * Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
 * Follow Embassy Tokyo’s American Citizen Services section
   on Facebook and Twitter.
 * Review the Country Security Report for Japan.
 * Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your
   travel.
 * Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s
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QUICK FACTS


PASSPORT VALIDITY:


Duration of intended period of stay. Please note you cannot travel on a passport
you have previously declared as lost or stolen even if you subsequently locate
it

BLANK PASSPORT PAGES:


One page required for entry stamp

TOURIST VISA REQUIRED:


No

VACCINATIONS:


None

CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY:


Amounts equivalent to ¥1,000,000 or above subject to declaration

CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT:


Amounts equivalent to ¥1,000,000 or above subject to declaration

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EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES




U.S. Embassy Tokyo 
1-10-5 Akasaka, Minato-ku,
Tokyo 107-8420 Japan
Telephone: 81-3-3224-5000
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 81-3-3224-5000
Fax: 81-3-3224-5856
Our Navigator Assistant will guide you to the information you need.

U.S. Consulate General Osaka-Kobe
2-11-5, Nishitenma, Kita-ku,
Osaka 530-8543, Japan
Telephone: 81-6-6315-5900
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 81-3-3224-5000
Fax: 81-6-6315-5914
Our Navigator Assistant will guide you to the information you need.

U.S. Consulate General Naha
2-1-1 Toyama, Urasoe City,
Okinawa, Japan
Telephone: 81-98-876-4211
Emergency Telephone: 81-3-3224-5000
Fax: 81-98-876-4243
Our Navigator Assistant will guide you to the information you need.

U.S. Consulate General Sapporo
Kita 1-jo Nishi 28-chome, Chuo-ku,
Sapporo 064-0821, Japan
Telephone: 81-11-641-1115
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 81-11-641-1115
Fax: 81-11-643-1283
Our Navigator Assistant will guide you to the information you need.
All assistance at the Consulate General Sapporo is by appointment only.

U.S. Consulate Fukuoka
5-26 Ohori 2-chome, Chuo-ku,
Fukuoka 810-0052, Japan
Telephone: 81-92-751-9331
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 81-3-3224-5000
Fax: 81-92-713-9222
FukuokaACS@state.gov
Our Navigator Assistant will guide you to the information you need.
Routine services are provided by appointment only.

U.S. Consulate Nagoya
Nagoya International Center Bldg. 6th floor,
1-47-1 Nagono, Nakamura-ku,
Nagoya 450-0001, Japan
Telephone: 81-52-581-4501
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 81-3-3224-5000
Fax: 81-52-581-3190
Our Navigator Assistant will guide you to the information you need.
Emergency services are provided by U.S. Consulate General Osaka-Kobe. 

DESTINATION DESCRIPTION




See the Department of State’s Fact Sheet on Japan for information on U.S-Japan
relations.

ENTRY, EXIT AND VISA REQUIREMENTS




Visit the Embassy of Japan website for the most current visa information.

There are no COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens.

Entry & Exit:

 * You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for
   tourist/business "visa free" stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be
   valid for the entire time you are staying in Japan.
 * You cannot work on a 90-day "visa free" entry.
 * "Visa free" entry status may not be changed to another visa status without
   departing and then re-entering Japan with the appropriate visa, such as a
   spouse, work, or study visa.
 * Visit the Embassy of Japan website for the most current information on all
   visa categories.
 * Japanese immigration officers may deny you entry if you appear to have no
   visible means of support. 
 * All foreign nationals are required to provide fingerprint scans and to be
   photographed at the port of entry. Exceptions to this requirement include
   diplomatic and official visa holders, minors, and individuals covered under
   SOFA Article IX.2. For further information about landing procedures, please
   visit the Immigration Bureau of Japan’s website. 
 * Make sure your passport is valid. Note you cannot travel on a passport you
   have previously declared as lost or stolen even if you subsequently locate
   it. Japanese authorities will likely deny you entry into Japan if you attempt
   to do so. If you have reported your passport lost or stolen, you must apply
   for a new passport before travel.

Transiting Japan: 

 * Ensure that your passport and visa are valid and up-to-date before you leave
   the United States. Passport services are not available at the airport.
 * Airlines in Japan may deny you boarding for transit if you do not have the
   required travel documents for an onward destination in another country or if
   your passport does not have six months of validity remaining. For the entry
   requirements of the country you are traveling to, visit the State
   Department's Country Specific Information website.

Military/SOFA Travelers: While active-duty U.S. military personnel may enter
Japan under the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) with proper Department of
Defense (DoD) identification and travel orders, all SOFA family members,
civilian employees, and contractors must have valid passports to enter Japan.
Please consult the DOD Foreign Clearance Guide before leaving the United States.

See the Immigration Bureau of Japan’s website for various immigration
procedures.

HIV/AIDS Restrictions: The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS
entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Japan. 

Find information on dual nationality, prevention of international child
abduction and customs regulations on our websites.

SAFETY AND SECURITY




For police services in Japan, dial 110. For fire or ambulance services, dial
119.

Crime: Crime against U.S. citizens in Japan is generally low and usually
involves personal disputes, theft, or vandalism. In addition:

 * Robberies committed after a victim has been drugged from a spiked drink can
   occur, especially in nightlife districts.
 * Sexual assaults are not often reported, but they do occur, and victims may be
   randomly targeted.  Victim's assistance resources or shelters are difficult
   for foreigners to access.
 * Hate-related violent crimes rarely occur, although some U.S. citizens have
   reported being the target of discrimination because of their nationality or
   their race.
 * Pick pocketing can occur in crowded shopping areas, on trains, and at
   airports.
 * Police reports must be filed before leaving Japan, as Japanese police will
   not accept reports filed from overseas. 
 * In instances involving credit card theft or fraud, Japanese police often
   provide a report number rather than a police report.  You can provide this
   report number to your credit card company to confirm the incident with the
   police.

Entertainment and Nightlife Districts in Tokyo: 

 * Exercise caution in all entertainment and nightlife districts throughout
   Japan, especially Roppongi, Kabuki-cho, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro. 
 * Incidents involving U.S. citizens in these areas include physical and sexual
   assaults, drug overdoses, theft of purses, wallets, cash and credit cards at
   bars or clubs, and drugs slipped into drinks. 
 * Drink spiking at bars and entertainment venues, especially in areas such as
   Roppongi and Kabuki-cho, near Shinjuku, has led to robbery, physical and
   sexual assaults, and credit card fraud.  Some victims regain consciousness in
   the bar or club; other victims may awaken on the street or other unfamiliar
   locations.
 * U.S. citizens have reported being threatened with gun or knife violence in
   such venues so that they will pay exorbitant bar tabs or withdraw money.
    U.S. citizens have also reported being beaten when they have refused to pay
   or hand over money.
 * There have been reports of U.S. citizens being forcibly taken to ATMs and
   robbed, or made to withdraw funds after being unable to pay exorbitant bar
   tabs.
 * Please be aware that Roppongi, Kabuki-cho, and other entertainment and
   nightlife districts have also been the scenes of violence between criminal
   syndicates. 

See the Department of State and the FBI pages for information on scams. 

Police reports must be filed at the nearest police station prior to departure
from Japan. The Japanese police cannot accept reports filed from overseas.
Report crimes to the local police at 110 and contact the U.S. Embassy at
03-3224-5000 (011-81-3-3224-5000 from overseas).  Remember that local
authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting the crime.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas.

We can:

 * help you find appropriate medical care;
 * assist you in reporting a crime to the police;
 * contact relatives or friends with your written consent;
 * explain the local criminal justice process in general terms;
 * provide a list of local attorneys;
 * provide information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.;
 * provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or
   limited medical support in cases of destitution
 * help you find accommodation and arrange flights home; and/or
 * replace a stolen or lost passport.

Contacting Police, Fire and Ambulance Services: You can reach the police
throughout Japan by dialing 110. Fire and ambulance services can be contacted by
dialing 119.  Note that English-speaking dispatchers may not be available.
Please review advice on “Calling for Help” on our website. If you need
assistance, you should be able to describe your address/location in Japanese or
find someone who can do so, since few police officers speak English.

Domestic Violence: Victim's assistance resources or battered women's shelters
exist in major urban areas, but are difficult for foreigners to access. These
types of resources are also generally unavailable in rural areas. Investigations
of sexual assault crimes are often conducted without female police officers
present, and police typically ask about the victim's sexual history and previous
relationships.

Tourism: The Victim's assistance resources or battered women's shelters exist in
major urban areas, but are difficult for foreigners to access. These types of
resources are also generally unavailable in rural areas. Investigations of
sexual assault crimes are often conducted without female police officers
present, and police typically ask about the victim's sexual history and previous
relationships.

See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas
coverage.

LOCAL LAWS & SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES




Criminal Penalties: You are subject to Japanese law while you are in Japan. If
you violate Japanese laws, even unknowingly, you may be arrested, imprisoned, or
deported. If you are arrested in Japan, even for a minor offense, you may be
held in detention without bail for several months or more during the
investigation and legal proceedings.

Some offences are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of Japanese
law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and
the Department of Justice website.

The vast majority of arrests of U.S. citizens in Japan are for drug-related
offenses. Japanese authorities aggressively pursue drug smugglers and users,
including recreational users with sophisticated detection equipment, "sniffing"
dogs, blood tests, “stop and frisk” tactics, and other methods. Penalties for
possessing, using, or trafficking a drug that is illegal in Japan are severe,
and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and fines. Please note
that some drugs which may be legal in certain jurisdictions outside of Japan,
including marijuana and synthetic drugs, remain illegal in Japan. This also
applies to certain prescription drugs that doctors in the United States may
prescribe.  Japanese law makes no distinction between medical and recreational
marijuana; therefore, having a prescription for medical marijuana will not help
you avoid arrest or prosecution. Even possession of a small amount of marijuana
for personal medical or recreational use can result in a long jail sentence and
fine. Japanese customs officials carefully screen incoming packages, and
individuals who are mailed drugs can be arrested and prosecuted as drug
traffickers.   

Confiscation of Prescription Drugs and Other Medication: It is important to note
that some medications that are routinely prescribed in the United States,
including Adderall and marijuana, are strictly prohibited in Japan. The Japanese
government decides which medications may be imported legally into Japan. The
Embassy and Consulates of Japan in the United States have limited information
available and do not have a comprehensive list of specific medications or
ingredients. Please see more information on importing medicines into Japan.

You must carry your U.S. passport or Japanese Residence Card (Zairyu Kado) with
you at all times. In Japan, you may be taken in for questioning if you do not
have your passport or Japanese residence card to show your identity and status
in Japan (e.g., as a visitor, student, worker, or permanent resident).

It is illegal to work in Japan while in tourist or visa-waiver status.
Overstaying your visa or working illegally may lead to fines of several
thousands of dollars, and in some cases, re-entry bans as long as 10 years, or
indefinitely for drug offenders. For additional information, please see Japan’s
Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act and contact the Japanese
Embassy or nearest Japanese Consulate in the United States for more information.

Driving under the influence of alcohol could also land you immediately in jail.
The blood-alcohol limit in Japan is 0.03%. Punishments can be up to 10,000 USD
in fines and up to five years in prison.

Possession of a gun or ammunition is a crime in Japan. Carrying a knife with a
locking blade, or a folding blade that is longer than 5.5 cm (a little more than
two inches), is illegal in Japan. U.S. citizens and U.S. military personnel have
been arrested and detained for more than 10 days for carrying pocket knives that
are legal in the United States but illegal in Japan. The possession of
lock-picking tools is illegal in Japan.

Establishing a Business: Individuals establishing a business or practicing a
profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information
from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a
business.

A list of English-speaking lawyers located throughout Japan is available on
our website.

Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison
officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See the Department of State’s
webpage and the Embassy’s website for additional information.

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods: Although counterfeit and pirated goods are
prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws.
You may also pay fines or have to give them up if you bring them back to the
United States. See the U.S. Department of Justice’s website for more
information.

Faith-Based Travelers: See our following webpages for details:

 * Faith-Based Travel Information
 * International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports
 * Human Rights Report – see country reports
 * Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
 * Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad

LGBTQI+ Travelers: There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations
or the organization of LGBTI+ events in Japan.

Laws governing rape, sexual commerce, and other activity involving sexual
relations do not apply to same-sex sexual activity. This leads to lower
penalties for perpetrators of same-sex rape and sexual assault and greater legal
ambiguity surrounding same-sex prostitution.

See our LGBTQI+ Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights
report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities: The law in Japan prohibits discrimination against
persons with disabilities. Japanese disability laws require the public sector to
provide reasonable accommodations and the private sector to make best efforts in
employment, education, access to health care, or the provision of other
services; however, there are no penalties for noncompliance. Social acceptance
of persons with disabilities in public is not as prevalent as in the United
States.

Although Japan’s accessibility laws mandate that new construction projects for
public use include provisions for persons with disabilities, older buildings are
not likely to have been retrofitted for accessibility. At major train stations,
airports, and hotels, travelers with disabilities should encounter few
accessibility problems. Note that many smaller stations are inaccessible to
those who cannot climb stairs. Information on travel in Japan for travelers with
disabilities is available at Accessible Japan.

Travelers with disabilities can learn more about resources available in country
from the Japan National Tourism Organization’s traveling with a disability page.

 

Students: See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips.

Women Travelers: See our travel tips for Women Travelers.

Conditions at Prisons and Detention Facilities: Japanese prisons and detention
facilities maintain internal order through a regime of very strict discipline.
 U.S. citizen prisoners often complain of stark, austere living conditions and
psychological isolation.  Heating in winter can be inadequate in some
facilities, food portions can be significantly smaller than what many may be
accustomed to, and access to specialized medical care, particularly mental
health care, at detention facilities and prisons is sometimes limited.
Additional information on arrests in Japan is available on our embassy website.

Customs Regulations: Please contact the Japanese Embassy or nearest Japanese
consulate in the United States, or visit the Japanese Customs website for
specific information regarding import restrictions and customs requirements.

Japanese customs authorities encourage the use of an Admission
Temporaire/Temporary Admission (ATA) Carnet in order to temporarily import
professional equipment, commercial samples, and/or goods for exhibitions and
trade fairs into Japan.  For additional information, please call (212) 354-4480,
or email the U.S. CIB for details.

Pets: The Japanese Animal Quarantine Service (AQS) sets procedures for importing
pets. At a minimum, the process will take seven to eight months, though the
process can take up to a year before a pet may enter Japan. Advance planning is
critical. You can find more information about importing a pet into Japan or
information about exporting a pet from Japan on our Embassy website.

Employment Issues: U.S. citizens should not come to Japan to work without having
the proper employment visa arranged ahead of time. Teaching English, even
privately, and serving as hosts/hostesses are both considered "work" in Japan
and are illegal without the proper visa.

Some U.S.-based employment agencies and Japanese employers do not fully or
correctly represent the true nature of employment terms and conditions. A
minimum requirement for effectively seeking the protection of Japanese labor law
is a written and signed work contract. If there is no signed contract, Japanese
authorities are not able to act on behalf of foreign workers. If you are coming
to Japan to work, carefully review your contract and the history and reputation
of your Japanese employer before traveling to Japan. Complaints against
U.S.-based employment agencies or recruiters may be directed to the Better
Business Bureau or the Office of the Attorney General in the relevant state(s).

Disaster Preparedness: Japan is prone to natural disasters, including
earthquakes, typhoons, tsunamis, and landslides. See the Embassy’s webpage for
recommendations and steps you can take to prepare for an emergency. The Japan
Tourism Organization’s Safety Tips app and NHK World app provide Japanese
government emergency “J-Alerts” to your cell phone in English through push
notifications. “J-Alerts” can provide early warning emergency alerts on
earthquakes predicted in a specific area, sometimes seconds before an earthquake
hits. 

Radiation: Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant: The Government of Japan
continues to closely monitor the conditions at and around the Fukushima Daiichi
Nuclear Power Plant. You should comply with all travel restrictions and cautions
put into place by the Government of Japan for areas surrounding the plant. For
more information, contact the Japan Nuclear Regulation Authority.

HEALTH




For police service in Japan, dial 110. For fire or ambulance, dial 119.

Ambulance services are widely available but receiving hospitals may decline to
accept inbound patients unless they can provide proof of funds to pay for
services.

COVID-19 Testing:

 * Travelers should contact Japanese local health providers to determine the
   location of testing facilities within Japan. A non-comprehensive list of some
   COVID-19 testing facilities can be found here on the Embassy website.

COVID-19 Vaccines:

 * The COVID-19 vaccine is available for U.S. citizens to receive in Japan.
 * Review the Government of Japan’s English language website  on COVID-19
   vaccinations in Japan.
 * Visit the FDA's website to learn more about FDA-approved vaccines in the
   United States. 

The Department of State does not pay medical bills. Be aware that U.S.
Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas. Most hospitals and doctors overseas
do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance: Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage
overseas. Some care providers in Japan only accept cash payments. See our
webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage. Visit
the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on type
of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

If traveling with prescription medication, check with the government of Japan’s
Ministry of Health website to ensure the medication is legal in Japan;
possession, use, or importation of a prescription drug that is illegal in Japan
may result in arrest and criminal prosecution. Always carry your prescription
medication in original packaging with your doctor’s prescription. U.S.
prescriptions are not honored in Japan, so if you need ongoing prescription
medicine, you should arrive with a sufficient supply for your stay in Japan or
enough until you are able to see a local care provider.

Vaccinations: Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

 * World Health Organization
 * U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Japan has a national health insurance system which is available only to those
foreigners with long-term visas for Japan. National health insurance does not
pay for medical evacuation. Medical caregivers in Japan may require payment in
full at the time of treatment or concrete proof of ability to pay before they
will treat a foreigner who is not a member of the national health insurance
plan.

U.S.-style and standard psychological and psychiatric care can be difficult to
locate outside of major urban centers in Japan and generally is not available
outside of Japan's major cities. Extended psychiatric care can be very difficult
to obtain.

Air Quality: Visit AirNow Department of State for information on air quality at
U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION




Road Conditions and Safety: Driving in Japan can be complicated and expensive.
Traffic moves on the left side of the road. Those who cannot read the language
will have trouble understanding road signs. Highway tolls can be very high, and
city traffic is often very congested. A 20-mile trip in the Tokyo area may take
two hours. There is virtually no legal roadside or curbside parking; however,
traffic is commonly blocked or partially blocked by those illegally parked
curbside. In mountainous areas, roads are often closed during the winter, and
cars should be equipped with tire chains. Roads in Japan are much narrower than
those in the United States.

Traffic Laws: Japanese law provides that all drivers in Japan are held liable in
the event of an accident, and assesses fault in an accident on all parties.
Japanese compulsory insurance (JCI) is mandatory for all automobile owners and
drivers in Japan. Most short-term visitors choose not to drive in Japan. Turning
right or left on red lights is not permitted in Japan, and all passengers are
required to fasten their seat belts.

Japan has a national 0.03 percent blood-alcohol-level standard for driving, and
drivers stopped for driving under the influence of intoxicants will have their
licenses confiscated. If you are found guilty of driving under the influence,
speeding, or blatantly careless driving resulting in injury, you are subject to
up to 15 years in prison. 

See our Road Safety page for more information. The National Police Agency (NPA)
oversees the administration and enforcement of traffic laws in Japan. You can
find further information in English on the NPA English website. Information
about roadside assistance, rules of the road, and obtaining a Japanese driver's
license is available in English from the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) web
site. See the Japan National Tourism Organization’s website for car rental and
driving in Japan.

Emergency Assistance: For roadside assistance, please contact the Japan
Automobile Federation (JAF) at 03-5730-0111 in Tokyo, 072-645-0111 in Osaka,
011-857-8139 in Sapporo, 092-841-5000 in Fukuoka, or 098-877-9163 in Okinawa.

International Driving Permits (IDPs): An international driving permit (IDP)
issued in the United States by the American Automobile Association (AAA) or the
American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA) is required of short-term visitors
who drive in Japan. You must obtain an IDP issued in your country of residence
prior to arriving in Japan. The U.S. Embassy andU.S. consulates do not issue
IDPs. IDPs issued via the Internet and/or by other organizations are not valid
in Japan. 

Foreign residents in Japan who use an IDP may be fined or arrested. In practice,
the term “resident” involves more than simply visa status or length of stay in
Japan and is determined by the police. In short, a driver license from country
outside Japan is not a substitute for a valid Japanese license for foreign
residents. See the U.S. Embassy’s website for more information on driving in
Japan.

Aviation Safety Oversight: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has
assessed the government of Japan’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in
compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety
standards for oversight of Japan’s air carrier operations. Further information
may be found on the FAA's safety assessment page.

Maritime Travel: Mariners planning travel to Japan should also check for U.S.
maritime advisories and alerts in the Alerts section of the Embassy’s messages.
Information may also be posted to the U.S. Coast Guard homeport website, and
the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) broadcast warnings website
portal select “broadcast warnings.”


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INTERNATIONAL PARENTAL CHILD ABDUCTION

Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in Japan. For
additional IPCA-related information, please see the International Child
Abduction Prevention and Return Act (ICAPRA) report.

Last Updated: January 8, 2024


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