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.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Caution regarding dengue fever (If you suspect you may be infected, please seek medical attention as soon as possible)
July 12, 2024, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
If you are planning to travel to or stay in tropical or subtropical regions such as Central and South America, Oceania, Southeast Asia, and Africa, where dengue fever is common, or if you are already staying there, please be sure to take appropriate preventive measures. In addition, if you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Caution during typhoon season
May 29, 2024, midnight wide area information
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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 by stockpiling disaster prevention supplies, drinking water, and food.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Safety Information] Revision of Safety Measures (Safety Guide) in Cebu
July 26, 2024, 10:01 a.m.
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1 With the summer vacation season upon us, the number of Japanese travelers to the Philippines (Cebu) is on the rise. The crime rate in the Philippines is generally on the decline, and it is sometimes said that "Cebu has better public safety than other cities in the Philippines," but it is still significantly higher than in Japan, and this trend is also seen in the Cebu metropolitan area. In terms of crime types, theft cases (pickpocketing, snatching, baggage snatching, etc.) account for a large proportion of crimes committed by Japanese nationals, but serious crimes such as murder, injury, robbery, and indecent assault using guns and knives have also been reported. There are also many traffic accidents and natural disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.
2. When abroad, you need to be prepared to protect yourself and your family's safety. In many cases, it is possible to avoid or minimize damage by taking appropriate precautions. This revised guide explains how to prepare for and ensure safety in the Visayas region, which is under the jurisdiction of our Embassy, and covers general daily safety (crime prevention) measures, natural disasters, and emergency responses. Although this guide is intended for Japanese nationals residing in the region, we hope it will also be useful for short-term travelers to take safety measures when traveling to the region.
●Safety Guide for Japanese Residents in the Philippines (Philippines)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/manual/philippines_manual.html
2 Please also refer to and use the following:
● [Safety Information] Cebu Province Crime Statistics (January to March 2024)
https://www.cebu.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100673499.pdf
● [Overseas Safety Information] Cebu Province Crime Statistics (October-December 2023)
https://www.cebu.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100664490.pdf
● [Safety Information] Using travel agencies when traveling to Cebu (April 26, 2024)
https://www.cebu.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100661115.pdf
● [Safety Information] To those planning to travel to or currently residing in Metro Manila (including surrounding areas) (Crime Trends and Caution) (May 10, 2024)
https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_01472.html
● Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website (Philippines)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_013.html#ad-image-0
● Basic data on safety measures (Philippines)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcsafetymeasure_013.html
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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
[Overseas Safety Information] Warning about dengue fever
July 18, 2024, 5:46 p.m.
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1 On the 16th, the Philippine Department of Health announced that 8,246 cases of dengue fever were reported nationwide in the two weeks from June 2 to June 15, 2024. This is a 30% increase from 6,323 cases from May 19 to June 1, and the number of infected people is still high, so they are urging caution. In the meantime, cases of dengue fever infection have been confirmed among Japanese nationals living in the area, so if you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
2 Dengue fever is transmitted by being bitten by Aedes aegypti or Asian tiger mosquitoes carrying the pathogenic virus, so avoiding mosquito bites is a preventative measure. It is important to take sufficient insect control measures, such as wearing long sleeves and long pants to reduce exposed skin and using insect repellents (insect repellent sprays, etc.). If you are infected, you will usually experience severe headaches, deep eye pain, joint and muscle pain, a rash, and a fever that lasts for about five days. If the condition worsens, you may develop dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome, which are rare but have a high mortality rate, so if you suspect you may be infected, be sure to see a medical institution immediately.
3 Please also refer to and use the following:
● Caution regarding dengue fever (If you suspect you may be infected, please seek medical attention as soon as possible)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcwideareaspecificinfo_2024C024.html
"Safety Measures in Cebu (Safety Guide)" (June 2024 edition) created by the Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu
https://www.cebu.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100693924.pdf
●Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (Medical situation around the world: Philippines)
https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/medi/asia/phili.html
●DENGUE RISING WITH RAIN; MOSQUITOES TO BLAME (Philippines Department of Health press release)
https://doh.gov.ph/press-release/dengue-rising-with-rain-mosquitoes-to-blame/
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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
[Notice from the Consulate General] Notice of closing days (August 16th)
July 15, 2024, 1:35 p.m.
In connection with the Kadayawan Festival in Davao City, Presidential Decree No. 621 dated July 2nd designated Friday, August 16th as a special holiday for the city of Davao. In response to this, the Consulate-General of Japan in Davao will be closed on that day.
For other closing days, please see the website below.
Consulate-General of Japan in Davao City will be closed on the following dates in 2024:
https://www.davao.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100697719.pdf
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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
