Serious crime against foreigners is relatively rare, but incidents do occur and less serious crime is not unusual. You should take care of your belongings at major tourist sites and other busy places, particularly where foreigners gather.
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Summary: Reconsider travel to Mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions. Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Hong Kong SAR due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.
Shanghai is generally safe for solo female travellers. The city is well-policed and has a low crime rate, and the people are generally friendly and welcoming. Women should take the same precautions as they would in any other large city, such as avoiding dark alleys and being aware of their surroundings.
Many women find travelling alone in China to be a safe and rewarding experience, but there are still a few things to be aware of, especially visiting a capital city like Beijing. Pickpockets and tourist scams can easily catch you out, so be careful and keep personal belongings and valuables like cash concealed.
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.