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.
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- 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)
- March 28, 2025, midnight Alert regarding measles overseas
- Feb. 25, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
[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.
Alert regarding measles overseas
March 28, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas, and there is a risk of contracting measles at your travel destination.
● If you are traveling abroad, check your vaccination history, and if you do not have a record of having received routine vaccinations, consider getting vaccinated in advance.
[Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
Feb. 25, 2025, midnight wide area information
We will issue a "Notice regarding consultation desk for special fraud cases."
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
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- May 5, 2025, 5:05 p.m. Power outage in Bali Province (May 5th)
- May 2, 2025, 7:35 p.m. Power outage hits Bali province
- May 2, 2025, 11:55 a.m. Demonstration information (Makassar City: Friday, May 2nd)
- April 30, 2025, 4:25 p.m. [Warning] Regarding information on demonstrations on May 1st (May Day)
- April 30, 2025, 3:50 p.m. Information on large-scale rallies and demonstrations on May Day (May 1st, Surabaya)
- April 30, 2025, 1:20 p.m. Large-scale demonstrations and rallies (Jakarta: May 1st)
Power outage in Bali Province (May 5th)
May 5, 2025, 5:05 p.m.
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[Contact] Consulate-General of Japan in Denpasar
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Tel: (+62) 0361-227628
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Power outage hits Bali province
May 2, 2025, 7:35 p.m.
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[Contact] Consulate-General of Japan in Denpasar
Jl.Raya Puputan No.170, Renon, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
Tel: (+62) 0361-227628
Fax: (+62) 0361-265066
e-mail: denpasar@dp.mofa.go.jp
Web: https://www.denpasar.id.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays Opening hours: 08:30-12:00, 13:30-16:00
Demonstration information (Makassar City: Friday, May 2nd)
May 2, 2025, 11:55 a.m.
1. It has been reported that a protest against the current higher education system is planned to take place in honor of National Education Day. The planned location for the protest is:
(From 1pm)
- University of Muslim Indonesia (UMI University) (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
Capacity: 200 people ・AP Pettarani Flyover (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
Capacity: 210 people ・South Sulawesi Provincial Assembly Building (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
Capacity: 210 people ・University of Muhammadiyah Makassar (UNISMUH) (Street: Jl. Sultan Alauddin)
Capacity: 100 people Makassar City Council Building (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
Capacity: 100 people ・National University of Makassar (UNM) (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
Size: 100 people (13:30~)
- State Islamic University of Makassar (UINAM University) (Street: Jl. Sultan Alauddin)
Size: 400 people (from 15:30)
・Bosova University (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
Capacity: 50 people
2. Traffic restrictions will be in place on roads where demonstrations are taking place, which may cause confusion and congestion. For your own safety, please avoid passing through the affected areas and be aware of your surroundings when going out to avoid being caught up in unforeseen circumstances. If you do encounter a demonstration, please leave the area immediately.
3. There is a possibility that the outbreak will continue in the future. Please continue to be vigilant.
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Consular Office in Makassar Address: Gedung Wisma Kalla, Lt.7, Jl. Dr. Sam Ratulangi No. 8-10, Makassar Indonesia
Phone: +62-411-871-030
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[Warning] Regarding information on demonstrations on May 1st (May Day)
April 30, 2025, 4:25 p.m.
1. There is information that a May Day demonstration is scheduled to take place on May 1st (Thursday) from 9am. The main locations for the demonstration are:
・South Sulawesi Provincial Assembly Building (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
・South Sulawesi Provincial Government Building (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
・Makassar City Ministry of Labor Office (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
・AP Pettarani Flyover (Street: Jl.Pettarani)
Labor unions and students hold demonstrations and rallies in various places in Indonesia every year on May 1st, which is Labor Day, and it is expected that similar events will occur this year as well. In Makassar, demonstrations and rallies have been held in areas such as around the flyover, Jl. Sulatan Alauddin, Jl. AP Pettarani, Jl. Urip Sumoharjo, South Sulawesi Provincial Assembly Building, South Sulawesi Provincial Office, High Prosecutor's Office, university campuses and surrounding roads, etc. In other areas, in response to calls on social media, there is a high possibility that similar demonstrations and rallies will be held near government buildings in each state, prefecture and city, on major roads, and on university campuses, so please be careful when going out.
2. Traffic restrictions will be implemented on roads where demonstrations and rallies are held, and there is a possibility of confusion and congestion. Although it is rare, past protest demonstrations have led to clashes with police. There is also a possibility of terrorist attacks taking advantage of the situation. For your own safety, please stay away as much as possible to avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents, avoid passing through the affected areas when going out, and be aware of your surroundings. Also, if you encounter a demonstration, please leave the area immediately.
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Information on large-scale rallies and demonstrations on May Day (May 1st, Surabaya)
April 30, 2025, 3:50 p.m.
1. May Day rallies and demonstrations are planned by multiple labor groups in the center of Surabaya from 8:00 a.m. on May 1st. According to police information, labor groups from each prefecture and city around Surabaya are expected to gather, with a total of more than 30,000 people participating in the rallies and demonstrations. The locations of the rallies and demonstrations are as follows:
(1) East Java Governor's Official Residence (Grahadi) (City Center, Jl. Gubernur Suryo, Embong Kali Asin)
(2) East Java Provincial Government Building (City Center, Jl. Pahlawan No. 110)
(3) Tower of Heroes (Tugu Pahlawan) (City Center, Jl. Tembaan)
In addition, with regard to the transportation of workers' groups gathering from outside Surabaya to the event location, groups coming from the western part of Surabaya will use several major roads to get there, while groups coming from the southern part of Surabaya will gather around the shopping mall "City of Tomorrow (CITO)" (Jl. Ahmad Yani No. 288) in the southern part of the city, and then travel through "Ahmad Yani Boulevard" (note: the major road east of the Surabaya Japanese School) to get to the event location.
2. It is expected that traffic jams will occur on expressways as well, due to May Day participants staying near the entrances and exits of each interchange.
3. As a preventive measure, the police will be stationing troops at the locations of each demonstration and on major roads through which the demonstrations will pass. Depending on the status of the demonstration and the number of participants, confusion may occur and you may be caught up in an unforeseen incident, so please do not approach the areas near the demonstration sites. In addition, it is expected that the number of participants in this demonstration will increase compared to last year, and traffic restrictions will be in place over a wide area of the city center to regulate the demonstrations, which may cause traffic congestion, so please be careful when passing through the area.
Consulate-General of Japan in Surabaya (Jurisdiction: East Java, East Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, North Kalimantan)
Address: Jl. Sumatera 93, Surabaya, INDONESIA
Telephone: (area code 031) 5030008
From overseas, please call (country code 62)-31-5030008
Night and holiday emergency number: 0800-1401934 From overseas: 1-818-7554207
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Large-scale demonstrations and rallies (Jakarta: May 1st)
April 30, 2025, 1:20 p.m.
1. According to reports, demonstrations and rallies commemorating May Day are planned to be held across the country on May 1. In Jakarta, a large-scale government-sponsored event will be held at the National Monument (Monas) in Central Jakarta, which is expected to be crowded with many participants.
2. Other large-scale protest demonstrations related to May Day are planned to be held in front of the equestrian statue southwest of the National Guard Tower (Monas), at the U.S. Embassy, and at the National Assembly in Senayan District.
3. Depending on the situation of demonstrations or rallies, traffic restrictions may be imposed on surrounding roads, so please be careful when going out. In addition, since the risk of demonstrators becoming violent cannot be denied, if you come across a demonstration or other event, please leave the area immediately and make efforts to ensure your own safety.
Embassy of Japan in Indonesia, Consular Section ○ Embassy main telephone number: 021-3192-4308 (24-hour contact available)
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