For Visitors to Tokyo（外国人観光客の皆さんへ）

Welcome to Tokyo.
For a safe trip, please respect all rules and etiquette.
Please be careful not to get involved in any scam or crime.

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In case of any accident or crime, do not hesitate to dial 110.
If it’s not an emergency, you can consult with the police by dialing #9110. English is available.

If you have lost or left your belongings somewhere, get lost or fall victim to theft, head to the nearest police box (koban).
They can handle all kinds of issues. Feel free to count on them.

Keep your belongings close to you. Don’t take your eyes off your bags.
Don’t leave your bags open. It’s a good idea to use bags with zippers or to carry your backpack in front of you on trains.

Street touts and rip-offs targeting foreigners are on the rise.
Some of them lure you to their partner bars, and while you are drunk, charge excessive fees or use your credit card without your knowledge.
Do not follow street touts under any circumstance.

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It’s not Japanese custom to hug or kiss in public. When you are drunk, avoid hugging people without their consent.
Out of respect, make sure not to be too loud on trains, buses or on the street.

It is Japanese custom to stand in line to get on public transportation or at checkout counters at stores. Please don’t cut in.
Keep in mind that sometimes there are several registers but only one line.
Make sure your luggage does not block the way.

All foreigners in Japan must carry proper documentations at all times.
Always carry your passport, and present it when asked by police officers.

Marijuana, cocaine, and stimulants are considered illegal substances in Japan. Drug dealers have been known to target overseas tourists.
Never possess any illegal substance. Never bring them into Japan. You can be arrested for possessing even a small amount of illegal substances.

Every country has different traffic rules. In Japan, you must drive on the left.
Obey all traffic lights and use crosswalks at all times.
Be sure to review and follow Japanese traffic regulations.
Stay safe and have an accident-free trip.

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An International Driving Permit is required for overseas tourists to drive.
Make sure to review official information before driving.

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Flying drones is prohibited in most areas of Tokyo.
A permit or a special approval is required to operate a drone.

Please do not litter on streets or public spaces.
Abandoning suitcases can be considered a crime in some cases.
Please be respectful and take your suitcases home with you.

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In Japan, any act of soliciting sex for payment is illegal.
“Badger game” type activity has been reported in Japan. This involves luring unsuspecting victims with promises of sex, only to then be accosted by other parties demanding payment or other type of blackmail.

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