Safety Information

Emergency Numbers

For crimes, traffic accidents, and other emergencies requiring police assistance
Call the police: 110

When calling the police, clearly state your name, address, and the location and details of the crime or traffic accident.
If there is a nearby residential police (Koban), you may also inform the officer on duty.

For fires or medical emergencies (ambulance)
Call the fire department:119

When calling 119, report the emergency (fire or request for an ambulance) and provide your name, address, and the location of the incident.
In case of fire, activate the fire alarm if possible.

On Campus

In case of an accident or disaster on campus, please contact the police and /or fire department as described above, and then notify one of the following sections.

CISS (Administration Bldg. 1F)
Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Phone Number: 0743-72-6240
Extension: 6240

Security Center (Administration Bldg. 1F) *Japanese language support only*
After hours, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays
Phone Number: 0743-72-5048
Extension: 2000

Note: Dormitory telephones cannot be used to call 119 directly. In case of an emergency, please use a mobile phone or another available phone to contact 119 (fire department or ambulance) or 110 (police) first.
After contacting emergency services, please report the situation to extension 2000.

Crime

While the crime rate in Japan is low compared with many other countries, we encourage you to take appropriate precautions to protect yourself and your belongings during your stay. Please remember to lock your apartment when you leave and keep track of your personal items when you are out.

Although such cases are rare, some criminals may target foreigners due to their unfamiliarity with Japanese society, language, or customs. Staying alert and taking basic safety measures can help prevent problems.

Natural Disasters

Japan experiences various natural disasters, including typhoons, earthquakes, and tsunamis. Most of these events are not severe enough to cause significant damage. However, there have been several cases in recent years that resulted in serious damage, injuries, and disruptions. Underestimating the destructive power of natural disasters can lead to dangerous outcomes.

For earthquakes, Japan has established Earthquake Early Warning systems, which may provide advance notice before strong shaking begins. For other natural disasters, such as typhoons and heavy rainfall, please pay close attention to weather reports and official alerts to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.

Safety Tips: Disaster Information App for International Visitors

An app is available for international visitors in five languages: English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. It provides push notifications for:

• Earthquake Early Warnings
• Tsunami Warnings
• Weather Warnings
• Volcanic Eruption Notices

In addition, the app includes:

• Evacuation flowcharts showing what actions to take under different conditions
• A communication card to help obtain information from Japanese people
• Useful links with information and guidance during disasters

For more details and download instructions, please refer to the following link:
Safety tips for travelers