Survey: Scams Frequent in Popular Overseas Travel Destinations, Japanese Travelers Also Need to Be Cautious
Cybersecurity firm Surfshark analyzed Tripadvisor forums, revealing that scam discussions are rampant in specific destinations like New York, posing severe risks to travelers.
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- 📰 Published: April 8, 2026 at 16:50
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Financial losses due to travel scams amount to millions every year. For example, in 2024, the Embassy of Japan in Thailand reported 12 scam cases targeting Japanese travelers. From these cases alone, the total amount lost by travelers reached 260,000 yen.
Ahead of the 2026 travel high season, the need for raising awareness and educational countermeasures to protect travelers is higher than ever. So, where are Japanese people most likely to fall victim, and which countries serve as the hubs for such expensive scams?
To answer this question, cybersecurity company Surfshark analyzed Tripadvisor forums to reveal the countries with the highest and lowest amounts of scam-related discussions.
The US is one of the most popular travel destinations for Japanese tourists. According to Surfshark's research, the percentage of scam-related topics in Hawaii averages 0.41%. On the other hand, New York stands out at 1.22%, which is about three times the US average. This is believed to be influenced by the large number of tourists and scams specific to the city.
Ahead of the 2026 travel high season, the need for raising awareness and educational countermeasures to protect travelers is higher than ever. So, where are Japanese people most likely to fall victim, and which countries serve as the hubs for such expensive scams?
To answer this question, cybersecurity company Surfshark analyzed Tripadvisor forums to reveal the countries with the highest and lowest amounts of scam-related discussions.
The US is one of the most popular travel destinations for Japanese tourists. According to Surfshark's research, the percentage of scam-related topics in Hawaii averages 0.41%. On the other hand, New York stands out at 1.22%, which is about three times the US average. This is believed to be influenced by the large number of tourists and scams specific to the city.