The trends in the world in terms of safe countries show that Europe is the safest region, followed by the Asia-Pacific region, and then North America.
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Either Europe or Southeast Asia would be safe enough as long as you use common sense and avoid behavior that would be risky even in your own country. Researching your actual destinations regarding specific issues (road safety, scams, endemic diseases, etc.) will further decrease your risks.
As determined by the Global Peace Index, Iceland ranked as the safest country in Europe. Iceland, Denmark, and Ireland ranked as the three safest countries in the world. In contrast, the index ranked Afghanistan as the world's most dangerous country, with Yemen and Syria second and third from bottom.
Japan has earned a reputation as having some of the lowest crime rates in the world, both theft and violent crimes. While the Yakuza, Japan's organized crime syndicate, often plays a role in movies, they are not likely to target tourists. While in Japan, simply exercise common sense and don't make yourself a target.