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.
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.
March 25, 2020, midnight
感染がさらに拡大する可能性があるので，最新情報を入手し，感染予防に努めてください。
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Alert regarding terrorism in Europe and the United States
Nov. 28, 2025, midnight wide area information
During holiday and event seasons such as Christmas and New Year, people gather and travel more, making you more likely to become a target of terrorism.
Against the backdrop of the situation in the Middle East, terrorist incidents targeting Israeli interests and Jewish people have occurred, so caution is required even during Jewish anniversaries and holidays, as well as the periods before and after them.
In recent years, terrorist attacks have been occurring in Europe and the United States, targeting places where security and surveillance are weak and where many ordinary citizens gather. In particular, areas around tourist facilities, event venues, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, public transportation, and religious facilities have become targets of terrorism.
○ Always make an effort to obtain the latest information and take sufficient precautions to ensure your safety.
Alert regarding chikungunya fever
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Chikungunya fever, which causes symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and rash, is prevalent in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
● Chikungunya fever is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the chikungunya virus, so in the above areas please be sure to take the preventive measures described below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Zika virus infection alert (updated)
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● The number of cases of Zika virus infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and rash and can result in congenital disorders such as microcephaly in fetuses, has decreased globally since 2017, but infections continue to occur, albeit in small numbers, in Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
● Zika virus infection is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus, so if you are in the above areas, please be sure to take the preventive measures listed below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you have been infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Lifting of infectious disease risk information for Mpox
Sept. 12, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
●The infectious disease risk information level 1 (take extreme caution) regarding Mpox issued for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, the Republic of the Congo, and the Central African Republic will be lifted.
●Sporadical infections are still being seen around the world, so please stay up to date on the infection situation in your destination and take measures to prevent infection.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Safety Information] Caution regarding demonstrations in central Helsinki on Independence Day (December 6th)
Dec. 5, 2025, 10:05 p.m.
In addition to celebrations, large-scale marches and demonstrations are planned in Helsinki on Independence Day, Saturday, December 6th. Please refer to the link below for information on traffic restrictions, public transport operation status, and the times and routes of marches and demonstrations. Please also check the latest information yourself and take sufficient precautions to avoid unexpected incidents or unnecessary trouble.
For information on tram and bus route changes due to the above events and demonstrations, please see the announcement below from Helsinki City Transport.
Helsinki City Transport website: "HSL public transport on Independence Day, 6 December"
https://www.hsl.fi/en/hsl/news/service-updates/2025/12/hsl-public-transport-on-independence-day-6-december
Although police authorities are monitoring the area, please be aware that there is a possibility of getting caught up in unforeseen circumstances or unnecessary trouble in areas where marches and demonstrations are taking place.
Police authorities will provide an update on the Independence Day celebrations and the main traffic impacts in a news bulletin on the poliisi.fi website on December 6th.
Police website: "Independence Day parade routes in Helsinki"
https://poliisi.fi/en/-/independence-day-parade-routes-in-helsinki
Newspaper article "Tanne itsenaisyys-paivan mielenosoittajat kokoontuvat - katso kartta"
https://www.is.fi/kotimaa/art-2000011669129.html?utm_medium=promobox&utm_campaign=is_tf&utm_source=hs.fi&utm_content=promobox
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○The Embassy collects and analyzes information on crimes and accidents committed by Japanese residents and tourists. If you are the victim of a crime or accident, please report it to the police and also notify the Embassy.
(Reference information)
■What the Embassy can and cannot do https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00318.html
■Safety Guide https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100149657.pdf
■ If you become a victim of a crime (report to the police, etc.)
https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/ryoji-criminaldamage.html
■Lost and found in Finland https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00305.html
■Medical evacuation to Japan https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00481.html
■List of doctors who can speak Japanese https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00626.html
■Procedures for the unfortunate loss of a Japanese national traveling in the country https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00522.html
■List of Japanese/Finnish/English interpreters and translators https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00494.html
■ Passport-related procedures (a copy of your family register is required for reissue)
https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00114.html
■Overseas safety app for smartphones http://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/c_info/oshirase_kaian_app.html
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