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.
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 may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Caution regarding the "Nanjing Massacre" on December 13th (a day requiring special attention)
Dec. 5, 2025, 1:40 p.m.
Safety Measures
In China, December 13th marks the anniversary of the so-called "Nanjing Massacre."
In addition, the Chinese government has designated this year as the "80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War," and various events are being held.
Anti-Japanese sentiment is likely to rise on days related to the past history between Japan and China, and in light of recent local news reports regarding Japan-China relations, particular care must be taken.
Therefore, when you go out, please be sure to pay close attention to your surroundings, such as the approach of suspicious people, and make every effort to ensure your safety by traveling in groups. Please take especially sufficient precautions if you are traveling with children.
In particular, please pay attention to the following points:
(Points to note)
- Respect local customs and be careful about your words, actions and attitude when interacting with local people.
- Please refrain as much as possible from talking loudly outside so that others can hear, and if you are Japanese, avoid any behavior that will draw attention, such as making noise in groups.
・Pay attention to your surroundings, and avoid crowded places and places likely to be frequented by many Japanese people as much as possible. Also, avoid wearing clothing or carrying items that could lead to the impression that you are Japanese at first glance.
・If you see any person or group that seems suspicious, do not approach them and leave the area immediately.
Please also refer to the following for safety measures.
○ "Safety Guide" created by our museum
https://www.hk.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100189268.pdf
August 5th Spot Information: "Caution regarding various events and activities commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War"
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcspotinfo_2025C031.html
Consular email dated November 17th: "Safety measures in light of recent local reports regarding Japan-China relations"
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/od/ryojiMailDetail.html?keyCd=161046
If you are involved in an incident or accident, or have any concerns, please contact us using the information below. We are available even on closed days and during closed hours.
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“Consulate General of Japan in Hong Kong (Consular Department)”
Main phone number: 2522-1184 (from overseas, please call area code 852) 2522-1184
Address: 46/F, One Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
46th Floor, Block 1, Exchange Square, No. 8, Concord Plaza, Central, Hong Kong Website: https://www.hk.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Situations deemed to be emergencies
Our hotel will respond to any emergency situation 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays, so please contact us at the main telephone number listed above.
If you call the main phone number above during closed hours (including weekends and holidays), you will hear an automated voice response, but if you select "In case of emergency" in response, your call will be transferred from the main phone number above to the emergency contact call center. If for any reason your call is not successfully transferred from the main phone number above to the emergency contact call center, please contact us at (852) 3008-2092.
