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As of October 2026, Kanazawa scores 94/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Kanazawa is exceptionally safe for travelers. The main risks for visitors are tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
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Japan · Assessed 13 October 2026
94
/ 100
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
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Updated 2026-10-07T10:45:59Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Japan: exercise normal security precautions.”
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Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
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Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowRobbery and violent crime are exceedingly rare in Kanazawa.
Pickpocketing
LowPickpocketing is uncommon, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas like markets or train stations.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Very Positive
92/100
Travelers generally report feeling very safe and secure in Kanazawa, with a strong sense of personal safety even when walking alone at night.
Kanazawa is exceptionally safe for travelers.
Kanazawa boasts extremely low crime rates and a high degree of political stability, making it one of the safest cities globally. Travelers can feel secure due to strong rule of law and effective governance.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Kanazawa offers a remarkably safe travel experience, underscored by its consistently low crime statistics and robust public safety infrastructure. The city's governance and rule of law indicators are strong, contributing to an environment where visitors can feel at ease.
While Kanazawa itself is exceptionally secure, recent news indicates that the wider Ishikawa Prefecture, including Kanazawa, was affected by a significant earthquake in January 2024. Although the city is recovering and tourism is encouraged, travelers should remain aware of potential seismic activity, as Japan is a seismically active region. The dossier notes 23 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater within 300 km in the past year.
For health, be mindful of global advisories for Polio, Dengue, and Measles, ensuring your vaccinations are current. October weather in Kanazawa can bring strong winds and heavy rain, so pack accordingly. Despite the low risk, always maintain situational awareness, particularly in crowded tourist spots, and be aware of your surroundings.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 6 Kanazawa districts for visitors: 5 safer, 1 needing caution. See them plotted on the Kanazawa safety map.
KatamachicautionEntertainment district; generally safe but can attract petty crime and be busier at night.
Kanazawa Station AreasaferModern and busy, well-lit with good transport links.
Higashi Chaya DistrictsaferHistoric geisha district, popular with tourists and generally very safe.
Nagamachi Samurai DistrictsaferWell-preserved samurai residences, quiet and safe for exploration.
Kenrokuen Garden VicinitysaferSurrounding the famous garden, this area is well-maintained and safe.
Omicho Market AreasaferBustling market, safe during operating hours, but can be crowded.
07 · After Dark
82% of people in Japan say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2024).
Robbery and violent crime are exceedingly rare in Kanazawa.
After dark, be most careful around Katamachi. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Kanazawa is exceptionally safe for travelers. Kanazawa boasts extremely low crime rates and a high degree of political stability, making it one of the safest cities globally. Travelers can feel secure due to strong rule of law and effective governance. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Kanazawa report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
Kanazawa ranks #6 of 9 Japan destinations we've assessed, scoring 94/100. See the Japan safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 11+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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