COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).
Aug. 24, 2022, midnight
On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).
July 25, 2022, midnight
On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.
July 1, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
May 26, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Aug. 13, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
Oct. 30, 2020, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Table of contents
- May 9, 2025, midnight Pakistan: Caution in India border areas and beyond amid rising tensions between Pakistan and India
- May 7, 2025, midnight Caution as tensions rise between India and Pakistan
- April 30, 2025, midnight [Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams
- April 30, 2025, midnight Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)
- April 25, 2025, midnight Caution regarding measles overseas during the Golden Week holidays
- April 24, 2025, midnight Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
Pakistan: Caution in India border areas and beyond amid rising tensions between Pakistan and India
May 9, 2025, midnight spot information
●People staying in Pakistan are asked to stay up to date with the latest information from the media, etc., and to take ample caution and safety precautions, such as refraining from going out unnecessarily until you are fully sure that your surroundings are safe, to avoid being caught up in any unforeseen incidents.
Caution as tensions rise between India and Pakistan
May 7, 2025, midnight wide area information
We have issued comprehensive information on India and Pakistan.
[Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams
April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about international romance scams.
Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)
April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.).
Caution regarding measles overseas during the Golden Week holidays
April 25, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas.
● If you are planning to travel abroad during the long holiday period, please check the relevant information again.
Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
April 24, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), a severe respiratory infection, has been occurring sporadically in the Middle East.
● When visiting the Middle East, please take sufficient precautions to avoid infection.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- May 10, 2025, 11:10 p.m. Announcement from the Embassy (Ceasefire Agreement Between Pakistan and India)
- May 10, 2025, 2:25 p.m. Announcement from the Embassy (Measures following Indian military attack on Pakistan military base: Closure of Pakistan airspace)
- May 10, 2025, 12:45 p.m. Caution over rising tensions between Pakistan and India
- May 10, 2025, 11:55 a.m. Announcement from the Embassy (Caution regarding Indian Army's attack on Pakistani military base)
- May 8, 2025, 6:05 p.m. Caution over rising tensions between Pakistan and India
- May 8, 2025, 6 p.m. Notice from the Embassy (Drones in various locations across Pakistan)
Announcement from the Embassy (Ceasefire Agreement Between Pakistan and India)
May 10, 2025, 11:10 p.m.
[Main text]
On the evening of the 10th, the governments of Pakistan and India announced that a ceasefire had been agreed upon between the two countries.
2. Pakistan Airports Authority has announced that Pakistan's airspace has resumed for all types of flights. Please contact your airline for the latest flight information.
3. In addition, reference information for staying safely in the area, such as wide-area information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is posted on the following websites, so please continue to check them as well.
○ Embassy website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
○ Please submit a residence notification and register with Tabi-Regi. Before traveling abroad, please inform your family, friends, workplace, etc. of your travel itinerary and contact information at your destination in case of an emergency. If you are staying for three months or more, please be sure to submit a residence notification in case of an emergency.
http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/todoke/zairyu/index.html
In addition, if you are traveling or on a business trip of less than three months, please register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas travel registration system "Tabireji" so that you can receive safety information as needed while you are overseas.
(For details, see https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/#)
Emergency contact number: 051-9072500 (Embassy of Japan in Pakistan)
Announcement from the Embassy (Measures following Indian military attack on Pakistan military base: Closure of Pakistan airspace)
May 10, 2025, 2:25 p.m.
[Main text]
1. The Pakistani military announced that in the early hours of the 10th, Pakistan Air Force's Nur Khan Base (Rawalpindi), Murid Base (Chakwal District, Punjab Province), and Shorkot Base (Jong District, Punjab Province) were attacked by missiles and drones from the Indian military.
2. In response to the above, although there has been no official announcement, there are reports that airports across Pakistan have been closed.
3. We will inform all Japanese residents in Japan as soon as we receive any further information on this matter.
4. We ask that all Japanese nationals residing overseas also take due consideration of the safety of themselves and their families by staying up to date with the latest information.
5. In addition to the above, please be mindful of the following precautions and take sufficient consideration for the safety of yourself and your family, including refraining from unnecessary outings.
(1) Obtain the latest safety information from various local news sources and be mindful of safe behavior.
(2) Stay away from areas where gatherings are taking place.
(3) Avoid approaching places that are likely to be targets of attacks (government agencies, military, police and other security authority facilities (including vehicles, checkpoints, etc.)). If you do visit other places (restaurants, markets, media outlets, stations, bus stops, large shopping facilities, etc.), try to do so quickly and efficiently. Always pay attention to your surroundings and leave the area immediately if you notice any suspicious situation.
6. Please also check the following website for useful information to help you stay safely in the area, such as regional information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
○ Embassy website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
○ Please submit your residence notification and register with Tabi-Regi.
Before traveling abroad, be sure to inform your family, friends, workplace, etc. of your travel dates and contact information in your destination country just in case. If you are staying for more than three months, be sure to submit a residence notification in case of an emergency.
http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/todoke/zairyu/index.html
In addition, if you are traveling or on a business trip of less than three months, please register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas travel registration system "Tabireji" so that you can receive safety information as needed while you are overseas.
(For details, see https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/#)
Emergency contact number: 051-9072500 (Embassy of Japan in Pakistan)
Caution over rising tensions between Pakistan and India
May 10, 2025, 12:45 p.m.
1. Pakistan's military has declared the start of Operation Banyan Marsoos (Arabic for "Unbreakable Wall") in response to attacks by India on several military facilities in the country. According to local reports, drones have also been seen in several locations in Sindh province, including Karachi.
2. I ask all Japanese nationals residing in the country to continue to take measures to prevent damage by refraining from going out unnecessarily and for non-urgent reasons, and to avoid becoming caught up in any unforeseen incidents.
3. We will be checking the safety of Japanese residents, so please cooperate.
4. In addition to the above points, please also see the following website for useful information on how to stay safely in the area.
○Our "Safety Information Distribution X"
https://x.com/CGJapanKRC_SFT
○Our website: "Safety and Medical"
https://www.kr.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/anzen.html
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Information Website (Pakistan)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
Emergency Contact: Consulate-General of Japan in Karachi Tel: (+92-21) 3522-0800
[Contact Information]
Consulate General of Japan in Karachi Tel: 021-3522-0800
Email: japan.consulate.karachi@kr.mofa.go.jp
Announcement from the Embassy (Caution regarding Indian Army's attack on Pakistani military base)
May 10, 2025, 11:55 a.m.
[Main text]
1. The Pakistani military announced that in the early hours of the 10th, Pakistan Air Force's Nur Khan Base (Rawalpindi), Murid Base (Chakwal District, Punjab Province), and Shorkot Base (Jong District, Punjab Province) were attacked by India.
2. Furthermore, according to the Pakistani government, it has announced that it has shot down a total of 77 drones in Indian attacks so far.
The main areas are Lahore, Attock, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Narowal, Rawalpindi etc.
3. If you see a drone flying or approaching, please take the following measures to ensure your safety.
-Wait inside a sturdy building made of concrete or other material.
- Stay away from windows and wait in a place protected by double walls, such as a bathroom.
If you are outdoors, hide behind sturdy cover.
- Do not approach the crash site.
4. As in the past, we will be conducting safety confirmation surveys of Japanese nationals living in the affected areas (Rawalpindi, Chakwal Upazila in Punjab Province, and Jong Upazila in Punjab Province) so we ask for your cooperation.
5. In addition to the above, please be mindful of the following precautions and take due consideration of the safety of yourself and your family, including refraining from unnecessary outings.
(1) Obtain the latest safety information from various local news sources and be mindful of safe behavior.
(2) Stay away from areas where gatherings are taking place.
(3) Avoid approaching places that are likely to be targets of attacks (government agencies, military, police and other security authority facilities (including vehicles, checkpoints, etc.)). If you do visit other places (restaurants, markets, media outlets, stations, bus stops, large shopping facilities, etc.), try to do so quickly and efficiently. Always pay attention to your surroundings and leave the area immediately if you notice any suspicious situation.
6. Please also check the following website for useful information to help you stay safely in the area, such as regional information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
○ Embassy website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
Caution over rising tensions between Pakistan and India
May 8, 2025, 6:05 p.m.
1. The Director General of Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) held a press conference and stated that a large number of Indian drones had been flown across Pakistan, including Karachi, and that casualties had also occurred in Sindh province.
2. I ask all Japanese nationals residing in the country to continue to take steps to prevent harm by refraining from going out for non-essential reasons, especially at night, and to avoid becoming caught up in any unforeseen incidents.
3. In addition to the above points, please also see the following website for useful information on how to stay safely in the area.
○Our "Safety Information Distribution X"
https://x.com/CGJapanKRC_SFT
○Our website: "Safety and Medical"
https://www.kr.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/anzen.html
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Information Website (Pakistan)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
Emergency Contact: Consulate-General of Japan in Karachi Tel: (+92-21) 3522-0800
[Contact Information]
Consulate General of Japan in Karachi Tel: 021-3522-0800
Email: japan.consulate.karachi@kr.mofa.go.jp
Notice from the Embassy (Drones in various locations across Pakistan)
May 8, 2025, 6 p.m.
[Main text]
1. According to some reports, drones have been allowed to fly in various parts of Pakistan. It has also been reported that drones have crashed, injuring some civilians.
2. If you see a drone flying or approaching, please ensure your own safety. Also, do not approach the crash site. Also, please be mindful of the safety of yourself and your family by obtaining the latest information.
3. In addition to the above, please be mindful of the following precautions and act with due consideration for your own safety and that of your family.
(1) Obtain the latest safety information from various local news sources and be mindful of safe behavior.
(2) Stay away from areas where gatherings are taking place.
(3) Avoid going near places that are likely to be targets of terrorist attacks (government agencies, military, police and other security authority facilities (including vehicles, checkpoints, etc.)). If you do stop at other places (restaurants, markets, media outlets, stations, bus stops, large shopping facilities, etc.), try to do so quickly and efficiently. Always pay attention to your surroundings and leave the area immediately if you notice any suspicious situation.
4. In addition to the above points, please also check the following website for useful information on how to stay safely in the area, such as regional information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
○ Embassy website:
http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp/indexjp.htm
○ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Pakistan):
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_011.html#ad-image-0
○ Please submit a residence notification and register with Tabi-Regi. Before traveling abroad, please inform your family, friends, workplace, etc. of your travel itinerary and contact information at your destination in case of an emergency. If you are staying for three months or more, please be sure to submit a residence notification in case of an emergency.
http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/todoke/zairyu/index.html
In addition, if you are traveling or on a business trip of less than three months, please register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' overseas travel registration system "Tabireji" so that you can receive safety information as needed while you are overseas.
(For details, see https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/#)
Emergency contact number: 051-9072500 (Embassy of Japan in Pakistan)
