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As of October 2026, Nagasaki scores 93/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes. Nagasaki is a very safe city for travelers. The main risks for visitors are tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
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Japan · Assessed 13 October 2026
93
/ 100
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:45:59Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Japan: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-09T11:26:08.7337171-04:00
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 for visitors in Nagasaki.
Pickpocketing
LowPickpocketing is uncommon, but vigilance is advised in crowded tourist areas.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Very Safe
91/100
Over 81% of people feel safe walking alone after dark, indicating a high level of perceived safety among residents and visitors.
Yes. Nagasaki is a very safe city for travelers.
Nagasaki offers an exceptionally safe travel experience, with extremely low crime rates and high levels of public safety. While the region experiences seismic activity, active disaster alerts are absent, and official advisories recommend normal precautions.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Nagasaki offers an exceptionally safe environment for travelers, with official advisories consistently recommending normal security precautions. The city boasts extremely low crime rates, with robbery and violent crime being exceptionally rare. While pickpocketing is uncommon, maintaining awareness in crowded tourist spots is always prudent.
Recent seismic activity in the wider Kyushu region, such as the July 2026 Kumamoto earthquake, highlights the potential for natural hazards. However, Nagasaki itself was not directly impacted by this event, and there are currently no active disaster alerts. Travelers should remain aware of earthquake safety protocols and heed local guidance should any seismic activity occur.
Global health concerns, including polio, dengue, and measles, are noted by the CDC, so travelers should ensure their vaccinations are up to date. While diplomatic discussions around Nagasaki's historical commemorations have occurred, these do not pose a direct safety risk to visitors. Overall, Nagasaki provides a secure and welcoming experience for those exploring its rich history and culture.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 6 Nagasaki districts for visitors: 6 safer. See them plotted on the Nagasaki safety map.
DejimasaferHistoric trading post area, popular with tourists, generally very safe.
Nagasaki Station AreasaferModern hub with good transport links, busy and well-lit, safe for visitors.
Chinatown (Shinchi)saferLively area with many restaurants, safe during operating hours.
UrakamisaferHome to Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum, a solemn but safe area.
Mount InasasaferFamous for its night view, safe to visit, especially with others.
Nagasaki Port AreasaferActive port and waterfront, generally safe with good lighting.
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 for visitors in Nagasaki.
No specific districts were flagged as no-go areas after dark, but the usual night-time rules apply: stay in lit, populated areas and keep your phone out of sight.
08 · Questions
Yes. Nagasaki is a very safe city for travelers. Nagasaki offers an exceptionally safe travel experience, with extremely low crime rates and high levels of public safety. While the region experiences seismic activity, active disaster alerts are absent, and official advisories recommend normal precautions. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Nagasaki 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.
Nagasaki ranks #9 of 9 Japan destinations we've assessed, scoring 93/100. See the Japan safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 12+ 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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