In Japan, police use a mix of radio codes and plain language for communication. While they don’t use the North American “10-code” system, they have specific codes for various situations. Here’s a brief translation of common Japanese police codes:
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 100 | Armed robbery |
| 101 | Hostage situation |
| 110 | Emergency call (similar to a 911 call in the U.S.) |
| 120 | Traffic accident |
| 150 | Bomb threat |
| 200 | Pursuit in progress (vehicle or foot) |
| 300 | Burglary in progress |
| 400 | Crime scene investigation |
| 500 | Suspicious person or vehicle |
| 600 | The officer requires assistance (backup needed) |
| 700 | Domestic disturbance |
| 800 | Emergency medical assistance is needed |
| 900 | Fire Emergency |
| 901 | Traffic control required |
| 999 | Officer down / Officer in distress (immediate response needed) |