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。
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- May 21, 2025, midnight Rabies Alert (Updated)
- 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)
Rabies Alert (Updated)
May 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
Updated information on rabies.
Although there are no unusual circumstances such as an increase in the number of cases, rabies is still occurring around the world, mainly in Asia and Africa, so please continue to be vigilant.
[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.
[Safety Information] Pride event held in central Helsinki (June 28th)
June 26, 2025, 9:10 p.m.
Due to the march in connection with the Pride event being held in Helsinki on Saturday, June 28th, some tram routes will be changed and traffic restrictions will be implemented.
The march will leave Senate Square (Senaatintori) at noon, with the front of the procession due to reach Kaivopuisto at 1pm.
Senaatintori → Aleksanterinkatu → Mannerheimintie → Pohjoisesplanadi → Fabianinkatu → Et. Makasiinikatu → Kasarmikatu → Neitsytpolku → Kaivopuisto
Helsinki Pride homepage "Helsinki Pride parade 2025"
https://pride.fi/en/helsinki-pride-2025/helsinki-pride-parade-2025/
Helsinki City Transport (HSL) website: Tram routes 2, 3, 4, 9T and 10 to be diverted on Saturday 28 June 11am-3pm due to Helsinki Pride
https://www.hsl.fi/en/hsl/news/service-updates/2025/06/tram-routes-2-3-4-9t-and-10-to-be-diverted-on-saturday-28-june-11am-3pm-due-to-helsinki-pride
Police authority homepage “Pride-kulkue vaikuttaa liikenteeseen Helsingin keskustassa lauantaina”
https://poliisi.fi/-/pride-kulkue-vaikuttaa-liikenteeseen-helsingin-keskustassa-lauantaina?languageId=fi_FI
Two years ago, a masked assailant assaulted a LGBTQ person at a nightclub in Tampere, where LGBTQ people gather. Organizers of various Pride events have also reported experiencing harassment at their events, such as having their rainbow flags stolen.
Three years ago in Norway, a mass shooting occurred at a nightclub frequented by LGBTQ people, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries, and the Pride Parade that was scheduled to take place on the same day was canceled.
Therefore, even in Finland, where public safety is considered to be better than in other European countries, please be aware that you may be caught up in unforeseen incidents or unnecessary trouble, such as counter-demonstrations by groups opposed to the purpose of the event.
○Our Embassy collects and analyzes information on crimes and accidents committed by Japanese residents and tourists. If you become the victim of a crime or accident, please report it to the police and also notify our Embassy.
(Reference information)
■Safety Guide https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100149657.pdf
■ If you are a victim of a crime (reporting to the police, etc.)
https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/ryoji-criminaldamage.html
■Lost items 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
■ Procedures for the unfortunate events involving Japanese nationals traveling in the country https://www.fi.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00522.html
■ Overseas safety app for smartphones http://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/c_info/oshirase_kaian_app.html
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