COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be 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.
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.
Table of contents
- June 13, 2025, midnight Caution regarding the "No Kings" protest rally (June 14th)
- 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)
- 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 regarding the "No Kings" protest rally (June 14th)
June 13, 2025, midnight spot information
●A protest rally called "No Kings" is scheduled to take place in over 1,500 locations across the United States on Saturday, June 14th local time.
●Protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continue to take place in various locations.
●The possibility of unforeseen incidents occurring during these protests cannot be ruled out. Japanese residents and travelers in Japan are asked to make an effort to obtain the latest information from the media, etc., and to take sufficient precautions, such as not approaching areas where protests are taking place unnecessarily, to avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents.
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.
[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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- June 26, 2025, 4 a.m. Alert regarding wildfires in Alaska
- June 18, 2025, 4:55 a.m. Los Angeles lifts nighttime curfew
- June 17, 2025, 8:25 a.m. Los Angeles City Curfew (Time Changes)
- June 14, 2025, 7:40 a.m. Caution regarding the "NO KINGS" protest event in Texas and Oklahoma
- June 14, 2025, 4:15 a.m. Los Angeles City Curfew (Part 3)
- June 14, 2025, 4:10 a.m. Caution regarding the large-scale protest rally "No Kings" (June 14th)
Alert regarding wildfires in Alaska
June 26, 2025, 4 a.m.
1. Bear Creek Fire
・The fire started near Healy in the Denali region on June 19th due to lightning. It then spread rapidly due to strong winds, and currently about 26,000 acres (about 10,500 hectares) have burned.
Parts of the Parks Highway are currently closed and traffic is being regulated by pilot cars.
- A Level 3 (Go Now) mandatory evacuation order has been issued in the area surrounding the fire, and the fire is still raging.
2. Himalaya Road Fire/Hayes Creek Fire
- The fire broke out in the Hayes Creek area, about 20 miles northwest of Fairbanks, and has burned more than 1,800 acres so far.
- A Level 3 (Go) mandatory evacuation order has also been issued for this area, and Elliott Highway has been temporarily closed.
・Authorities have introduced a three-stage evacuation system called "Ready," "Set," and "Go," and are urging residents to remain vigilant and prepare for evacuation.
○Reference links
・Alaska Wildland Fire Information: https://akfireinfo.com/
・Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation; Division of
Air Quality (Alaska Department of Environmental Protection: Air Quality Division) http://dec.alaska.gov/Applications/Air/airtoolsweb/Advisories/
(Contact information)
Consular Office in Anchorage Address: 3601 C St. Suite 1300, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: (907) 562-8424
FAX: (907) 562-8434
Email: ryouji-ak@se.mofa.go.jp
Los Angeles lifts nighttime curfew
June 18, 2025, 4:55 a.m.
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◇ Consulate-General of Japan in Los Angeles ◇
Address: 350 South Grand Ave., Suite 1700, Los Angeles CA 90071
Phone: 213-617-6700
Consular Security Team e-mail: ryoji@ls.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
*Please use the Online Residence Notification (ORR Net) to submit your Residence Notification, change notification, and return to Japan/moving out notification.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
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Los Angeles City Curfew (Time Changes)
June 17, 2025, 8:25 a.m.
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◇ Consulate-General of Japan in Los Angeles ◇
Address: 350 South Grand Ave., Suite 1700, Los Angeles CA 90071
Phone: 213-617-6700
Consular Security Team e-mail: ryoji@ls.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
*Please use the Online Residence Notification (ORR Net) to submit your Residence Notification, change notification, and return to Japan/moving out notification.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
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Caution regarding the "NO KINGS" protest event in Texas and Oklahoma
June 14, 2025, 7:40 a.m.
1 On June 6th, protests were held in Los Angeles against the mass arrests of undocumented immigrants conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the city. Since then, protests against ICE have been held every day in the city. Also, protests against ICE have been held in San Francisco since June 8th.
2 Similar protests were held in various parts of Texas and Oklahoma from June 8 to 9. In addition, on June 14, protest events entitled "NO KINGS" are scheduled to be held in many locations to coincide with President Trump's birthday, including near the Texas State Capitol in Austin, Texas, in Pflugerville and Taylor on the outskirts of Austin, Texas, in downtown San Antonio (Travis Park), in Cibolo/Schertz and Wilson on the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas, near El Paso Airport, and in Oklahoma City, Norman and Guthrie in Oklahoma. Please see the reference URL below for other locations.
3. Japanese residents and travelers in Japan are asked to take the utmost care to avoid getting caught up in unforeseen incidents by staying up to date with the latest information through the media and not approaching areas where protests are taking place unnecessarily.
【reference】
●Location of protest event
https://www.nokings.org/
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Consulate-General of Japan in Houston
Consulate-General of Japan in Houston
2 Houston Center, Suite 3000, 909 Fannin Street, Houston, Texas 77010
Phone: 713-652-2977 (Main) 24-hour emergency response
https://www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp/index_j.htm
Los Angeles City Curfew (Part 3)
June 14, 2025, 4:15 a.m.
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◇ Consulate-General of Japan in Los Angeles ◇
Address: 350 South Grand Ave., Suite 1700, Los Angeles CA 90071
Phone: 213-617-6700
Consular Security Team e-mail: ryoji@ls.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
*Please use the Online Residence Notification (ORR Net) to submit your Residence Notification, change notification, and return to Japan/moving out notification.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
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Caution regarding the large-scale protest rally "No Kings" (June 14th)
June 14, 2025, 4:10 a.m.
【reference】
○ Protest rally schedule map (organizer website)
https://www.nokings.org/#map
- Regarding the tightening of alien registration requirements in the United States (obligation to carry a registration certificate)
https://www.honolulu.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00971.html
○ [Spot Information] Caution regarding the protest rally "No Kings" (June 14th)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcspotinfo_2025C027.html
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