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.
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.
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.
Caution regarding protests in Indonesia
Aug. 31, 2025, midnight spot information
●Protest demonstrations are being held every day across Indonesia in opposition to allowances for members of parliament.
●As violent clashes between police authorities and demonstrators continue, the possibility cannot be ruled out that the protests will become even more intense and prolonged in the future.
●As some disorderly and illegal activities have been taking place during the demonstrations, please refrain from unnecessary outings and be careful not to go near the National Diet, local assemblies, police stations, etc.
●If you are staying in Indonesia, please stay up to date with the latest information, take measures to ensure your own safety, and consider stockpiling water, food, fuel, etc.
●If you are considering traveling to Indonesia, please take appropriate precautions, such as making an effort to gather the latest local information in advance.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Nov. 24, 2025, 11:45 a.m. Demonstration information (Makassar City: Monday, November 24th)
- Nov. 21, 2025, 1:55 p.m. Temporary outage of our main telephone line
- Nov. 20, 2025, 1:35 p.m. Demonstration information (Makassar City: Thursday, November 20th)
- Nov. 20, 2025, 11:50 a.m. Notice of closing days and final application dates for the New Year holidays
- Nov. 20, 2025, 11:05 a.m. Demonstration information (Jakarta: November 20th)
- Nov. 19, 2025, 9:30 p.m. [Warning] Eruption of Mount Semeru in East Java
Demonstration information (Makassar City: Monday, November 24th)
Nov. 24, 2025, 11:45 a.m.
1. The scheduled times and locations for the demonstration are as follows:
(1) Demonstration demanding an increase in the minimum wage Time: 8:00 a.m. Location: South Sulawesi Governor's Office (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
Makassar City Hall (Street: Jl. Ahmad Yani)
Kima 2nd Gate (Street: Jl. Kima Raya II)
South Sulawesi Manpower and Transmigration Agency (Street: Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan)
South Sulawesi Provincial Police Headquarters (Street: Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan)
(2) Protest demonstration against the new law on online drivers Time: 10:00 Location: South Sulawesi Provincial Assembly Building (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
South Sulawesi Provincial Transportation Agency (Street: Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan)
(3) Protest demonstration against the enactment of the "RUU KUHAP" law Time: 13:00 Location: Muhammadiyah University of Makassar (UNISMUH) (Street: Jl. Sultan Alauddin)
Negeri Makassar University (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
(4) Demonstration demanding the release of suspects arrested during the demonstrations that took place at the end of August. Time: TBD. Location: Makassar City District Court (Street: Jl. RA Kartini)
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 to avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents, and be aware of your surroundings when going out. If you encounter a demonstration, please leave the area immediately.
3. There is a possibility that similar demonstrations will continue in the future. There is also a possibility that similar demonstrations will occur in other areas. Please continue to be vigilant.
This email has been sent to those who live in our jurisdiction (North Sulawesi, Gorontalo, Central Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi, South Sulawesi, West Sulawesi, Maluku, North Maluku, Papua, West Papua, South Papua, Central Papua, Mountain Papua, Southwest Papua) and those who are registered with Tabiregi.
Consular Office in Makassar Address: Gedung Wisma Kalla, Lt.7, Jl. Dr. Sam Ratulangi No. 8-10, Makassar Indonesia
Phone: +62-411-871-030
FAX: +62-411-853-946
Website: http://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/makassar.html
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Temporary outage of our main telephone line
Nov. 21, 2025, 1:55 p.m.
Consulate-General of Japan in Surabaya (Jurisdiction: East Java, East Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, North Kalimantan)
Address: Jl. Sumatera 93, Surabaya, INDONESIA
Phone: (area code 031) 5030008
From overseas, please call (country code 62)-31-5030008
Nighttime and holiday emergency contact number: 0800-1401934 From overseas: 1-818-7554207
FAX: (area code 031) 5030037
From overseas, please call (country code 62)-31-5030037
Website: https://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/
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Demonstration information (Makassar City: Thursday, November 20th)
Nov. 20, 2025, 1:35 p.m.
1. The scheduled times and locations for the demonstration are as follows:
(1) Protest demonstration against corruption cases in South Sulawesi Province Time: 13:00 Location: South Sulawesi Provincial High Prosecutor's Office (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
South Sulawesi Governor's Office (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
(2) Demonstration demanding the resignation of the Director of the Makassar City Industry and Trade Bureau Time: 13:00 Location: Makassar City Industry and Trade Bureau (Street: Jl. Rappocini Raya)
Makassar City Hall (Street: Jl. Ahmad Yani)
(3) Protest demonstration against the enactment of the "RUU KHP" law by the Indonesian Parliament. Time: 2:00 PM. Location: AP Pettarani flyover (Street: Jl. AP Pettarani)
South Sulawesi Provincial Capitol Building (Street: Jl. Urip Sumoharjo)
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 to avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents, and be aware of your surroundings when going out. If you encounter a demonstration, please leave the area immediately.
3. There is a possibility that similar demonstrations will continue in the future. There is also a possibility that similar demonstrations will occur in other areas. Please continue to be vigilant.
This email has been sent to those who live in our jurisdiction (North Sulawesi, Gorontalo, Central Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi, South Sulawesi, West Sulawesi, Maluku, North Maluku, Papua, West Papua, South Papua, Central Papua, Mountain Papua, Southwest Papua) and those who are registered with Tabiregi.
Consular Office in Makassar Address: Gedung Wisma Kalla, Lt.7, Jl. Dr. Sam Ratulangi No. 8-10, Makassar Indonesia
Phone: +62-411-871-030
FAX: +62-411-853-946
Website: http://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/makassar.html
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Notice of closing days and final application dates for the New Year holidays
Nov. 20, 2025, 11:50 a.m.
If you are renewing your passport or need a certificate or visa before the end of the year, please refer to our website and apply as soon as possible.
URL https://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100938446.pdf
[Contact Information]
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 (Nighttime and holiday emergency contact number: 0800-1401934)
From overseas, call (country code 1) 818-7554207
Website: http://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/j/
Consulate-General of Japan in Surabaya (Jurisdiction: East Java, East Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, North Kalimantan)
Address: Jl. Sumatera 93, Surabaya, INDONESIA
Phone: (area code 031) 5030008
From overseas, please call (country code 62)-31-5030008
Nighttime and holiday emergency contact number: 0800-1401934 From overseas: 1-818-7554207
FAX: (area code 031) 5030037
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Website: https://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/
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Demonstration information (Jakarta: November 20th)
Nov. 20, 2025, 11:05 a.m.
1. A protest demonstration by labor groups is scheduled to take place around 1:00 p.m. on the 20th near the National Monument (Monas) in central Jakarta, with the aim of improving working conditions for online motorbike taxis and other businesses. Approximately 700 people are expected to participate.
2. Demonstrations may become violent due to unexpected events. Japanese nationals should pay close attention to the latest information on demonstrations and avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place or their surrounding areas. If you encounter a demonstration, please leave the area immediately.
3. Traffic restrictions will be in place on roads surrounding the demonstration, which may affect traffic conditions. Please exercise caution when going out.
Embassy of Japan in Indonesia, Consular Section
Embassy main phone number: 021-3192-4308 (available 24 hours a day) For urgent matters outside of business hours on weekdays or on holidays, you will be connected to an emergency operator.
Embassy website: http://www.id.emb-japan.go.jp/index_jp.html
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[Warning] Eruption of Mount Semeru in East Java
Nov. 19, 2025, 9:30 p.m.
1. On the evening of November 19th, Mount Semeru, located in the southern part of East Java, erupted, and a large amount of smoke was observed accompanying the eruption.
2. Due to this eruption, the eruption alert level for Mount Semeru has been raised from Level 2 (Caution: Waspada) to Level 4 (Evacuation Action: Awas) out of four. Indonesian authorities are urging people to refrain from entering the area around Mount Semeru, and some bridges around the area are currently closed to traffic.
3. Mount Semeru erupted and caused pyroclastic flows in 2021, resulting in casualties.
Japanese nationals living in the area around Mount Semeru, as well as those planning to visit the area, are asked to make efforts to obtain the latest information on the eruption and to refrain from unnecessary outings in the area.
If you have suffered any damage as a result of the eruption, please contact us.
Consulate-General of Japan in Surabaya (Jurisdiction: East Java, East Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, North Kalimantan)
Address: Jl. Sumatera 93, Surabaya, INDONESIA
Phone: (area code 031) 5030008
From overseas, please call (country code 62)-31-5030008
Nighttime and holiday emergency contact number: 0800-1401934 From overseas: 1-818-7554207
FAX: (area code 031) 5030037
From overseas, please call (country code 62)-31-5030037
Website: https://www.surabaya.id.emb-japan.go.jp/
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