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.
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 30, 2025, midnight Caution during typhoon season (Sea of Japan, North Pacific Ocean, South China Sea, etc.)
- 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)
Caution during typhoon season (Sea of Japan, North Pacific Ocean, South China Sea, etc.)
May 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
● In countries and regions bordering the Sea of Japan, the Northwest Pacific Ocean, and the South China Sea, typhoon season usually runs from June to November. Please pay close attention to meteorological information on a daily basis and take precautions in advance, such as stockpiling disaster prevention supplies, drinking water, and food.
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.
A reminder on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square incident
May 28, 2025, 4:15 p.m.
1. Wednesday, June 4 marks the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square incident. At this time, there have been no reports of related rallies taking place, but we cannot rule out the possibility of unexpected incidents, such as sudden protests in Victoria Park or elsewhere.
In this regard, if you have plans to go out on that day (Wednesday, June 4), please take note of the following points.
(1) Obtain the latest public safety information and make an effort to confirm the safety of your destination. When you are out, pay attention to your surroundings, such as the approach of suspicious people, and make an effort to ensure sufficient safety by going out in groups, especially if you have children with you.
(2) If you come across a protest or clash, do not approach carelessly. Do not carelessly take pictures of the protest or clash with your smartphone or post them on your personal social media.
(3) Carry a Hong Kong ID or other form of identification when going out in case you are asked to show your identity by the police.
(4) Do not approach suspicious objects or objects whose ownership is unknown.
(5) If you are involved in any trouble, contact the Embassy immediately (telephone: 852-2522-1184) for assistance.
3. For further reference, please see below regarding safety measures, etc.
○Embassy website: "Hong Kong Safety Guide"
https://www.hk.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100189268.pdf
○The Embassy's website: "Hong Kong Safety Guide [Supplementary Edition] - Responding to Emergencies"
https://www.hk.emb-japan.go.jp/files/000529744.pdf
◆◆◆Contact Information◆◆◆
“Consulate General of Japan in Hong Kong (Consular Department)”
Main phone number: 2522-1184 From overseas (area code 852) 2522-1184
Address: 46/F, One Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
46th Floor, First Building, Exchange Square, No. 8, Concorde Plaza, Central, Hong Kong Website: https://www.hk.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Situations deemed to be emergencies
The Embassy will respond 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays, in the event of an emergency, so please contact us at the main telephone number listed above.
If you call the main phone number during closing hours (including weekends and holidays), you will hear an automated voice response, but if you select "In case of emergency" in response to the automated voice response, the main phone number will be transferred to the emergency contact call center. If for any reason the main phone number is not successfully transferred to the emergency contact call center, please contact us at (852) 3008-2092.
