Proactive measure: Banners indicating the area is under police patrol. Such signs are common in Japanese neighbourhoods to create awareness and promote alertness.
You can walk about in Japan with peace of mind as the crime rate is very low.
JUNE H.L Wong of “So Aunty, so what?” column wrote in her article “Feeling safe and sound” (Nov 6, 2013) that personal safety and security is a given in Japan.” She is right. It is something I cherish in Japan.
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