Car hire in Japan - Safety and Security

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Safety and Security

SAFETY AND SECURITY: The events of September 11, 2001 serve as a reminder of the continuing threat from terrorists and extremist groups to Americans and American interests worldwide. There have been no major terrorist incidents in Japan since 1995; however, since terrorists can strike at any time and at any place, American citizens should be aware of the potential risks and take these into consideration when making travel plans.

Our offices in Japan disseminate threat information through our nationwide email warden system and posts current threat information on our ACS website at http://www.tokyoacs.com/. Anyone may sign up for our emailed warden system messages through our web site at http://www.tokyoacs.com/. The Department of State will continue to develop information about potential threats to American citizens overseas and to share threat information through its consular information program documents available on the Internet at the Bureau of Consular Affairs home page at http://travel.state.gov.
The government of Japan is vigilant in tracking terrorist threat indicators and remains at a high state of alert. Local police substations (Koban) and police emergency dispatchers (tel. 110) should be contacted to report suspicious activity.