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.
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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Nov. 9, 2025, 10:45 a.m. Flight reductions at major U.S. airports
- Nov. 7, 2025, 2:30 p.m. Caution: Business Travel to the United States
- Nov. 6, 2025, 11:10 a.m. Caution: Regarding fraudulent phone calls claiming to be from the Japanese Embassy
- Nov. 5, 2025, 9:30 a.m. Caution: Business Travel to the United States
- Nov. 5, 2025, 9:05 a.m. [Warning] Cargo plane accident at Louisville International Airport in Kentucky
- Nov. 5, 2025, 8:10 a.m. Caution: Business Travel to the United States
Flight reductions at major U.S. airports
Nov. 9, 2025, 10:45 a.m.
1. In light of the impact of the federal government shutdown and in order to ensure the continued safe operation of aircraft, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that it will reduce flights at 40 major airports in the U.S. by 10% by November 14th. (International flights are not currently subject to the reduction in flights.)
2. In Southern California and Arizona, which are under the jurisdiction of the Consulate, flights departing from and arriving at the following airports are eligible.
Southern California:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Ontario International Airport (ONT)
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Arizona:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
3. In light of the FAA announcement, each airline is making decisions to reduce or cancel flights. As a result, we cannot rule out the possibility of sudden flight cancellations in the future, so if you have travel or business trips planned, please consider planning your trips with ample time, regularly check flight schedules, and if there are any changes, promptly contact the relevant airline to discuss changing your flight.
4. In addition, security check procedures at airports are taking longer than usual due to a shortage of staff, etc. Furthermore, check-in counters may be crowded due to procedures related to flight reductions and cancellations, so if you are planning to fly, please make sure to arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare.
(reference)
https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/us-transportation-secretary-sean-p-duffy-faa-administrator-bryan-bedford-outline-series
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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 system (ORR Net) to submit a residence notification, change notification, or return/moving out notification.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
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Caution: Business Travel to the United States
Nov. 7, 2025, 2:30 p.m.
1. On October 4th, the U.S. Department of State published a summary of the U.S. Business Visa (B-1) and its permissible uses. Currently, this summary is only available on the website of the U.S. Embassy in Korea, but due to the U.S. government shutdown that began on October 1st, it has not yet been posted on the main State Department website.
We have confirmed with the U.S. Department of State the scope of application of the summary, and have received a response from the U.S. side stating that the contents of the summary do not apply only to persons from a specific country or region, but to all persons other than U.S. nationals.
While this brief is not intended to be legal advice, it does describe the general purposes and activities that may be undertaken with a B-1 visa, and specifically includes an explanation of the regulations regarding commercial or industrial workers.
Furthermore, when entering the United States with an ESTA, you are permitted to engage in the same activities as those with a B-1 visa.
If you are planning to travel to the United States for business purposes (business trip), please review this summary and, if your planned activities are not clearly stated, contact your nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate General to inquire about the need for a work visa.
【reference】
U.S. Embassy in Korea website "FACT SHEET: US Business Visas (B-1) and Allowable Uses"
https://kr.usembassy.gov/b1-visas-and-allowable-uses-fact-sheet/
2. If you need assistance or advice regarding the legal system and procedures related to entering or staying in the U.S., please refer to the links provided below to the local bar association websites. If you are arrested or detained, please ask the local police to contact our Consulate.
【reference】
Guam Bar Association website
https://guambar.org/
3. Regarding U.S. visas and residency status, we have been in close communication with the U.S. side and will continue to provide information via consular email and other means.
Caution: Regarding fraudulent phone calls claiming to be from the Japanese Embassy
Nov. 6, 2025, 11:10 a.m.
1. This week, there have been a number of cases in which Japanese nationals have received phone calls from individuals claiming to be Japanese Embassy staff, attempting to obtain personal information, and have contacted our Embassy to verify the facts.
2. The scam involves displaying the Embassy's main number (202-238-6700) or the Washington DC area code (202) on the recipient's phone, and then claiming to be a Japanese Embassy employee instructs the recipient to file a complaint with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department because their personal information has been leaked. The call is then forwarded to a person posing as a Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department official, who then has the recipient provide their personal information.
3. Once you provide your personal information to the other party, there is a risk that you may be defrauded of money or that your information may be used to commit another crime. Therefore, if you receive a suspicious call, do not simply follow the instructions of the person on the other end of the line. Instead, hang up the phone and check with family, acquaintances, or other relevant parties, and consult the police. Take care to avoid becoming a victim.
■Embassy of Japan in the United States
Address: 2520 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington DC, 20008, USA
Phone: 202-238-6700 (main)
HP: https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Caution: Business Travel to the United States
Nov. 5, 2025, 9:30 a.m.
1. On October 4th, the U.S. Department of State published a summary of the U.S. Business Visa (B-1) and its permissible uses. Currently, this summary is only available on the website of the U.S. Embassy in Korea, but due to the U.S. government shutdown that began on October 1st, it has not yet been posted on the main State Department website.
The Embassy of Japan in the United States has confirmed with the U.S. Department of State the scope of application of the summary, and has received a response from the U.S. side stating that the contents of the summary do not apply only to persons from specific countries or regions, but to all persons other than U.S. nationals.
While this brief is not intended to be legal advice, it does describe the general purposes and activities that may be undertaken with a B-1 visa, and specifically includes an explanation of the regulations regarding commercial or industrial workers.
Furthermore, when entering the United States with an ESTA, you are permitted to engage in the same activities as those with a B-1 visa.
【reference】
U.S. Embassy in Korea website "FACT SHEET: US Business Visas (B-1) and Allowable Uses"
https://kr.usembassy.gov/b1-visas-and-allowable-uses-fact-sheet/
2. Regarding U.S. visas and residency status, we have been in close communication with the U.S. side and will continue to provide information via consular email and other means.
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In addition, if there are any additions or changes to the information on your submitted residence notification, or if you return to your home country or move to another country or region, please submit a change notification.
For more information, please refer to the relevant page on our website.
http://www.hagatna.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000091.html
[Contact information]
Consular Office of Japan in Saipan
TEL +1(670)323-7201/7202
Email: cojsaipan@ag.mofa.go.jp
HP http://www.hagatna.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/saipan_top_j.html
[Warning] Cargo plane accident at Louisville International Airport in Kentucky
Nov. 5, 2025, 9:05 a.m.
Consulate General of Japan in Nashville
1801 West End Avenue, suite 900
Nashville, TN 37203
615-340-4300
Website: https://www.nashville.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
*If you have submitted a "Residence Notification" and have changed your household, address, returned to your home country, or moved to one of our jurisdiction states (AR, KY, LA, MS, TN), please submit a change, return to your home country, or moving out notification via the URL below.
https://www.nashville.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/zairyutodoke.html
* In order to protect your family, friends, and colleagues in the event of a disaster or unrest, we ask that you please tell your acquaintances, business travelers, and tourists to submit a residence notification (for stays of three months or more) or register for Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than three months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible. You can submit a residence notification or register for Tabi-Regi at the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/
Caution: Business Travel to the United States
Nov. 5, 2025, 8:10 a.m.
1. On October 4th, the U.S. Department of State published a summary of the U.S. Business Visa (B-1) and its permissible uses. Currently, this summary is only available on the website of the U.S. Embassy in Korea, but due to the U.S. government shutdown that began on October 1st, it has not yet been posted on the main State Department website.
The Embassy of Japan in the United States has confirmed with the U.S. Department of State the scope of application of the summary, and has received a response from the U.S. side stating that the contents of the summary do not apply only to persons from specific countries or regions, but to all persons other than U.S. nationals.
While this brief is not intended to be legal advice, it does describe the general purposes and activities that may be undertaken with a B-1 visa, and specifically includes an explanation of the regulations regarding commercial or industrial workers.
Furthermore, when entering the United States with an ESTA, you are permitted to engage in the same activities as those with a B-1 visa.
If you are planning to travel to the United States for business purposes (business trip), please review this summary and, if your planned activities are not clearly stated, contact your nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate General to inquire about the need for a work visa.
【reference】
U.S. Embassy in Korea website "FACT SHEET: US Business Visas (B-1) and Allowable Uses"
https://kr.usembassy.gov/b1-visas-and-allowable-uses-fact-sheet/
2. If you need assistance or advice regarding the legal system and procedures related to entering, leaving, or staying in the United States, please consult our Embassy or the nearest Consulate-General. We also have a website introducing lawyers specializing in this field, so please refer to it. If you are arrested or detained, please be sure to request that the local police or other authorities contact our Embassy or the nearest Consulate-General.
3. Regarding U.S. visas and residency status, we have been in close communication with the U.S. side and will continue to provide information via consular email and other means.
【reference】
● Embassy of Japan in the United States website: "Entering and leaving the United States"
https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/anzen.html#7
●Consulate General of Japan in Detroit website "Law Office"
https://www.detroit.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/legal.html
[Consulate-General of Japan in Detroit]
Address: 400 Renaissance Center, Ste. 1600 Detroit, MI 48243-1604 Phone: (313) 567-0120 (ext. 215)
(From the Consulate-General of Japan in Detroit to all Japanese residents)
~Lecturer recruitment~
We are currently recruiting instructors for our supplementary schools within the jurisdiction of our Embassy (Detroit Ringokai, Battle Creek, Columbus, Cincinnati, Western Ohio, Cleveland, and Toledo). For details, please see the URL below.
https://www.detroit.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/schooljobs.html
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