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Tokyo OPSEC & Personal Safety Update

As of Jun 23, 2026, 11:33 PM

This opsec & personal safety update for Tokyo covers the last 48 hours of cited sources compiled in the Genesis Signals report. Country risk level is low, with Crime as the top risk driver. The report logs 3 incidents across crime, terrorism, traffic, and health in the last 48 hours. Cited sources include Japan Meteorological Agency — 気象特別警報・警報・注意報 (2026-06-23), Local weather forecast — 7-day forecast (2026-06-23), and U.S. Department of State — Travel Advisory: Japan (Exercise normal precautions) (reissued). Recommended actions include Monitor Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) warnings and local weather updates (multiple JMA warnings issued 2026-06-23). and Avoid low-lying areas, rivers and steep slopes during heavy rain move to higher ground if flooding or landslides are reported.. Situational notes from the report: Multiple JMA warnings issued 2026-06-23 for prefectures including Kōchi, Kagoshima (Satsuma area) and Miyazaki: alerts for flooding in low-lying areas, landslides, strong winds, tornadoes and lightning. and 7-day forecast shows highest rain probability on 2026-06-25 (moderate rain) and 2026-06-26 (heavy rain) drizzle/light rain persists through Jun 30..

Topic resources

Tokyo travel advisory
travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/japan.html
Emergency contacts
General: 110 / 119 | Police: 110 | Ambulance: 119 | Fire: 119

Operational guidance

Registration & alerts

Enroll in your government's traveler registration (e.g., STEP) and enable local emergency alerts on your phone.

Documentation

Keep digital and physical copies of ID and travel documents in separate locations.

Insurance & contingency

Buy travel insurance that covers weather-related changes and have a contingency plan for accommodation or itinerary changes.

Local information

Use official sources (JMA, local authorities) for weather and emergency instructions; follow their guidance.

Situation-specific guidance

Flood & landslide caution
Avoid travel through low-lying areas and the bases of slopes while JMA alerts and heavy-rain forecasts are in effect; move to higher ground if water rises or landslide signs appear.

FAQ

What is the country risk level for Tokyo?

Country risk level is low, with Crime as the top risk driver.

How many incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours?

3 incidents were recorded across categories in the last 48 hours.

Where can travelers find official guidance for Tokyo?

Review the official travel advisory source referenced in the report: https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/japan.html.

More topics for Tokyo

Crime Terrorism Traffic & Transit Health & Medical Supplies & Services

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Snapshot

Country risk levellow

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

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Top driverCrime

Total incidents3

CoverageFULL

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Travel advisory

Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

U.S. State Department

Last updated June 23, 2026 7:33 PM ET

Who is affected

Travelers, residents, and on-the-ground teams in Tokyo.

What to do now

Check official updates daily, confirm routes, and keep emergency contacts handy.

Key takeaways

Reissued after periodic review without changes.
Exercise normal precautions in Japan.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Japan.
If you decide to travel to Japan, U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad. Use these general tips to stay safe:
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
Review the Country Security Report for Japan.

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Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Japan. Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Japan. If you decide to travel to Japan, U.S. citizens should always exercise caution when traveling abroad. Use these general tips to stay safe: • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. • Review the Country Security Report for Japan. • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist . • Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information  related to your travel and return to the United States. • We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.

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Cited sources

Japan Meteorological Agency — 気象特別警報・警報・注意報 (2026-06-23)
Local weather forecast — 7-day forecast (2026-06-23)
U.S. Department of State — Travel Advisory: Japan (Exercise normal precautions) (reissued)