Fukuoka Travel Risk — Low Risk (14/100)

AI safety snapshot · refreshed Aug 30, 2026

Fukuoka remains a low‑risk destination, with a baseline safety score of 14/100 and a U.S. State Department advisory at level 1. An orange‑level alert is in place for tropical cyclone SAUDEL‑26, which is affecting millions across Japan, so travelers should monitor weather updates. Health risk from dengue is low (CDC Level 1), and recent earthquakes in the Tokyo area have not impacted Fukuoka.

AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.

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Active Disaster Alerts

• Orange notification for tropical cyclone SAUDEL-26. Population affected by Category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 13.05 million . ORANGE · country-wide · 2026-08-18

  From 18/08/2026 to 28/08/2026, a Tropical Storm (maximum wind speed of 213 km/h) SAUDEL-26 was active in NWPacific. The cyclone affects these countries: Japan, China, Northern Mariana Islands (vulnerability Medium). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind spee

  GDACS report →

“~N km away” = event centroid within ~500 km of this location; “country-wide” = a national/regional alert that may not be near this specific city. Source: GDACS · fetched 2026-09-01 00:49:38 UTC

Health Notices for this Destination

• Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-07-30

  Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Samoa, Vietnam, New Caledonia (France), Maldives, Bolivia, Tonga, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia,

  CDC notice →

• Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-03-09

  Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig

  CDC notice →

• Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28

  Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan

  CDC notice →

Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-08-31 15:03:16 UTC

No recent news headlines were returned for Fukuoka. This is not evidence that conditions are quiet; check local and official sources.

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The provided search results do not contain specific information regarding hospital access, emergency response, English-speaking medical care, pharmacy access, or evacuation complexity for travelers in Fukuoka.

• Drink Spiking and Forced ATM Withdrawal in Nakasu. In Fukuoka's Nakasu entertainment district, tourists have reported being served spiked drinks at bar-adjacent venues, after which staff present inflated bills or physically escort victims to nearby ATMs to force cash withdrawals. Victims often have no memory of the transaction and discover large charges only afterward. Tip: Never leave your drink unattended in Nakasu bars and clubs, and decline drinks offered by strangers or touts on the street.
• Nakasu Hostess Bar Bill Inflation. In the Nakasu entertainment district, touts approach tourists—especially those traveling alone—and invite them into hostess bars where inflated bills and hidden charges are later applied. This nightlife-related problem targets visitors around late-night zones. Tip: Avoid following street touts into unfamiliar bars or clubs in the entertainment districts.
• Minor Theft in Parks and Busy Areas. Thefts targeting visitors have been reported in city parks, such as Maizuru Park during cherry blossom viewings and Imaizumi Park, where unattended bags left on benches or in public restrooms are targeted by thieves. Travelers should maintain awareness in crowded areas and public spaces. Tip: Never leave your bags or belongings unattended on park benches or when stepping away.

• Tenjin. Neon spills across Tenjin's sidewalks long after midnight, and the mood stays calm while offering a popular area to stay.
• Nakasu. Nakasu is an entertainment district known for nightlife-related problems, bar overcharging, and drink spiking risks associated with touts.
• Hakata Station Area. Hakata is noted alongside other central locations as a recommended and safe neighborhood to stay in the city.

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