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 announced 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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- 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)
- May 9, 2025, midnight Caution as series of robberies occur in Metro Manila
- 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
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.
Caution as series of robberies occur in Metro Manila
May 9, 2025, midnight spot information
We would like to warn you to be vigilant following a series of robberies in Metro Manila.
[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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
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- May 30, 2025, 6 p.m. [Infectious disease information] Wearing masks is mandatory in Davao del Sur and Compostela City, Davao de Oro Province to prevent Mpox infection
- May 30, 2025, 9:45 a.m. [Notice from the Consulate-General] Notice of the Consulate-General's closure on Friday, June 6, 2025
- May 29, 2025, 3:05 p.m. [Infectious Disease Information] Increase in dengue fever patients in Zamboanga City
- May 29, 2025, 10:10 a.m. [Telephone lines restored] Notice from the Embassy of Japan
- May 28, 2025, 1:25 p.m. [Telephone line outage] Notice from the Embassy of Japan
- May 26, 2025, 11:40 a.m. [Notice from the Consulate General] Notice of closing days (June 6th)
[Infectious disease information] Wearing masks is mandatory in Davao del Sur and Compostela City, Davao de Oro Province to prevent Mpox infection
May 30, 2025, 6 p.m.
1. Davao del Sur Governor Yvonne Cagas signed Executive Order No. 20, which requires the wearing of masks in public places in the province to prevent the spread of EMPOX. The order was issued following the confirmation of the first case of EMPOX in Magsaysay City, Davao del Sur. The order mandates the wearing of masks in indoor public and enclosed spaces, such as all markets, public transportation, offices, schools, churches and places of business in the province, as well as in crowded outdoor areas where physical distancing cannot be maintained, health care facilities, and when caring for or interacting with suspected or confirmed EMPOX cases. Violations of the order will be subject to appropriate sanctions under existing national laws and provincial ordinances, including the imposition of fines, community service or other corrective measures, she said.
2. Compostela City Mayor Levy Ebudao signed Mayor Order No. 40, which requires all residents and individuals in the city to wear face masks in enclosed spaces, practice physical distancing, use alcohol-based disinfectants, observe proper coughing and sneezing etiquette, and regularly disinfect surroundings. Violators will be subject to sanctions under existing laws and local government ordinances, including fines, community service, and other corrective measures, he said.
3. To prevent infection with M-POX, it is important for each individual to take measures to prevent infection, so please keep the following measures in mind.
●Avoid contact with droplets or bodily fluids of people with symptoms.
Avoid contact with rodents and other mammals (including their carcasses) that may carry the Empox virus, and refrain from eating or handling wild game meat (bushmeat).
●Perform hand hygiene using soap and water or an alcohol-based disinfectant.
(reference)
Local News: Sunstar Davao
https://www.sunstar.com.ph/davao/davao-del-sur-compostela-require-residents-to-wear-face-mask
Local Newspaper: Mindanao Times
https://mindanaotimes.com.ph/davao-city-hall-of-justice-reinstates-face-mask-mandate-amid-monkeypox-concerns/
Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare Quarantine Station
https://www.forth.go.jp/moreinfo/topics/newpage_00033.html
National Institute of Infectious Diseases
https://www.niid.go.jp/niid/ja/kansennohanashi/408-monkeypox-intro.html
4. If you experience any symptoms, please consult a doctor at the nearest medical institution.
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(Contact point)
○Consulate General of Japan in Davao
Address: 4th Floor, BI Zone Building, JP Laurel Avenue, Bajada, Davao City
Phone: (area code 082) 221-3100 / 3200
FAX: (area code 082) 221-2176
Website: https://www.davao.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Notice from the Consulate-General] Notice of the Consulate-General's closure on Friday, June 6, 2025
May 30, 2025, 9:45 a.m.
Please be advised that the Embassy will be closed on Friday, June 6, 2025 in observance of the Feast of Sacrifice.
Reiwa 7 Closed Days (Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu website)
https://www.cebu.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100816634.pdf
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(Contact point)
○Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu Address: 8th Floor, 2Quad Building, Cardinal Rosales Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, Philippines
Phone: (area code 032) 231-7321
Website: https://www.cebu.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Infectious Disease Information] Increase in dengue fever patients in Zamboanga City
May 29, 2025, 3:05 p.m.
On Wednesday, May 28, the Zamboanga City Health Office announced that 724 people have been infected with dengue fever since January this year, a 42% increase (524) from last year, with three deaths confirmed and most of the infected people being children between the ages of 1 and 10.
He said that since January this year, 15 villages have recorded high infection rates, with Sanyangan, San Roque and Talon Talon having the highest number of infections among the 98 villages, with 30 cases each.
3 Dengue fever begins with a sudden onset of fever, followed by a rash, headache, bone and joint pain, nausea and vomiting. The fever usually subsides 2-7 days after onset, and the rash appears during this period. In rare cases, some dengue fever patients may develop severe symptoms, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome, which can be fatal if proper treatment is not given early.
4. The Zamboanga City Health Office is urging citizens to practice the 3S (Search and Destroy, Secure Self-Protection, and Seek Early Consultation) to prevent and control dengue fever, a mosquito-borne disease.
5. To prevent dengue fever, it is important for each individual to take measures to prevent infection, so please keep the following measures in mind.
●Take preventive measures to avoid mosquito bites by wearing long sleeves and long pants and using insect repellent.
●If you develop symptoms, visit a medical institution as soon as possible and receive appropriate treatment.
(reference)
Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website: About dengue fever
https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000131101.html
Local Newspaper: Sunstar Zamboanga
https://www.sunstar.com.ph/zamboanga/dengue-cases-in-zamboanga-city-up-by-42
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(Contact point)
○Consulate General of Japan in Davao
Address: 4th Floor, BI Zone Building, JP Laurel Avenue, Bajada, Davao City
Phone: (area code 082) 221-3100 / 3200
FAX: (area code 082) 221-2176
Website: https://www.davao.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Telephone lines restored] Notice from the Embassy of Japan
May 29, 2025, 10:10 a.m.
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(Contact point)
○ Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
Address: 2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Metro Manila
Phone: (area code 02) 8551-5710
(Japanese Nationals Assistance Hotline) (area code 02) 8551-5786
FAX: (area code 02) 8551-5785
Email: ryoji@ma.mofa.go.jp
Embassy website: https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Overseas Safety Homepage (Philippines): https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_013.html
[Telephone line outage] Notice from the Embassy of Japan
May 28, 2025, 1:25 p.m.
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(Contact point)
○ Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
Address: 2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Metro Manila
Phone: (area code 02) 8551-5710
(Japanese Nationals Assistance Hotline) (area code 02) 8551-5786
FAX: (area code 02) 8551-5785
Email: ryoji@ma.mofa.go.jp
Embassy website: https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Overseas Safety Homepage (Philippines): https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_013.html
[Notice from the Consulate General] Notice of closing days (June 6th)
May 26, 2025, 11:40 a.m.
[Main text]
1. In accordance with the announcement by the Office of the President of the Philippines that Friday, June 6th will be designated as a national holiday for the Islamic Feast of Sacrifice, the Museum will be closed on that day.
2. During the Islamic Festival and before and after it, please avoid visiting places where many people gather as much as possible, especially on weekends when people are more likely to be targets of terrorist attacks, and please take sufficient precautions to ensure your safety.
3. If you are involved in an incident or accident, please make efforts to ensure your safety by following the instructions of local authorities, and contact your family in Japan and the nearest Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu, or Consulate-General of Japan in Davao to inform them of your own safety and other circumstances.
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(Contact point)
○Consulate-General of Japan in Davao Address: 4th Floor, BI Zone Building, JP Laurel Avenue, Bajada, Davao City 8000
Phone: (area code 082) 221-3100 / 3200
FAX: (area code 082) 221-2176
Website: https://www.davao.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
