Emergency Info

Keep this page bookmarked. Hopefully you'll never need it, but if you do, everything is right here.

Emergency Numbers

DANGER

• Fire / Ambulance: 119
• Police: 110
• Japan Helpline (24hr, multilingual): 0120-46-1997

Support Services

• Japan Helpline - 24-hour emergency assistance and practical info in multiple languages.
• TELL Japan - Free anonymous counseling in English. If you're struggling, reach out. No judgment.
• Emergency Translation Services - Phone translation for hospital patients who need language support. Phone: 03-5285-8185
• Nagano Women's Consultation Center - Support for domestic safety concerns. Phone: 026-235-5710

Disaster Preparedness

Japan experiences earthquakes, typhoons, and other natural events regularly. Being prepared is part of daily life here, not something to panic about.

• Honjo Life Safety Learning Center - Free earthquake, fire, and flood simulation training in Tokyo. Highly recommended for newcomers.

TIP

Keep an emergency kit at home with water, food, a flashlight, a portable phone charger, and copies of important documents. Your ward office can provide a disaster preparedness guide when you register.

Embassy Contacts

For a full list of embassies and consulates in Japan, see the Embassies page.