How many stories could these walls tell? This is the Higashiyama Police Station. It stands as a steadfast guardian in Kyoto.
The Higashiyama Police Station operates 24 hours a day. Its address is 4 Chome-185-6 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward. The phone number is +81755250110.
This station falls under the jurisdiction of the National Police Agency. It is the central coordinating law enforcement agency. The NPA supervises Japan’s 47 prefectural police departments. It determines their general standards and policies. The NPA can command police agencies in national emergencies. It also handles large-scale disasters.
The Higashiyama Police Station is one of many. You can find a Koban in almost every Japanese neighborhood. Koban are manned police boxes. They are marked with signs in English and red lights.
If you need directions go to a Koban. Report lost or stolen items there too. You can also report a crime at a Koban. Near tourist destinations, Koban often have English-speaking officers. If not, they can use a telephone interpreting service. Not all Koban are staffed 24 hours a day.
To contact the police, call 110. You can also use the local numbers. The Higashiyama Police Station stands ready to serve and protect. Remember its role. It ensures the safety and security of this historic district.