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This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed.
There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.


Do not become involved with drugs. Possession of small amounts will lead to detention and prosecution. Possession of large amounts will lead to a long prison sentence and a very heavy fine.


Japan has strict immigration laws. You should not overstay your entry permission or take unauthorised employment. See the Entry Requirements section of this advice for more details.


Japan is in a major earthquake zone, and earthquakes of varying sizes occur very frequently. Also, the typhoon season in Japan normally runs from June to October. See the Natural Disasters section of this advice and Hurricanes.


Just over 17,000 British nationals are resident in Japan with a further 300,000 visitors each year (Source: Japan Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications). The main type of incident for which British nationals required consular assistance in Japan in 2006 was for replacing lost and stolen passports (95 cases) and arrests, for drugs and other offences (62 cases).


We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. See the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.
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