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.
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
- Oct. 1, 2025, 4:50 a.m. Legalizing Open Carry of Firearms in Florida
- Sept. 30, 2025, 2:25 a.m. [Warning] Protests against the deployment of the National Guard to Portland
- Sept. 28, 2025, 10:20 a.m. Flood Warning for Globe, Arizona and Surrounding Areas
- Sept. 27, 2025, 10:05 a.m. Reminder: Compliance with U.S. Laws and Regulations
- Sept. 26, 2025, 11:15 p.m. Reminder: Compliance with U.S. Laws and Regulations
- Sept. 26, 2025, 1 p.m. Reminder: Compliance with U.S. Laws and Regulations
Legalizing Open Carry of Firearms in Florida
Oct. 1, 2025, 4:50 a.m.
On September 11, 2025, the Florida First District Court of Appeals ruled that Florida's current state law banning the open carry of firearms violates the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution.
2. The Florida government decided not to appeal the above-mentioned ruling by the Court of Appeals, and as of September 25th, open carry of firearms became legal in Florida.
3. Notwithstanding the above, open or concealed carry remains prohibited in the following areas:
(1) The main areas in Florida where carrying a firearm is prohibited are:
County capitol buildings, city council buildings, courthouses, police and sheriff's offices, and bars (or bar areas of restaurants).
・School grounds, school-sponsored events, school buses, school bus stops ・Universities and other higher education institutions
(2) The main areas where open carrying may or may not be permitted, at the discretion of the facility owner, are:
・Grocery stores, retail stores, and restaurants (eating and drinking areas only, bar areas not permitted)
Furthermore, if a person is asked by a business owner to leave because they are carrying a firearm and refuses to do so, they will be charged with a felony (armed trespass).
4. Gun control laws and regulations may be added or changed in the future through local government ordinances and court cases, including those of states, counties, and cities. We ask that all Japanese residents stay up to date with the latest information through local government announcements and news reports, and continue to be vigilant in your surroundings and make efforts to ensure your own safety.
[Consulate-General of Japan in Miami]
Consulate General of Japan in Miami
80 SW 8th Street, Suite 3200, Miami, FL 33130
Phone:305-530-9090
Representative website: http://www.miami.us.emb-japan.go.jp
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[Warning] Protests against the deployment of the National Guard to Portland
Sept. 30, 2025, 2:25 a.m.
1. In response to the Trump administration's move to deploy the National Guard to Portland, active protests are taking place in downtown Portland and around the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility (address: 4310 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97239).
2. In the future, similar protests will be held in other areas regardless of time or place, and the possibility of unforeseen incidents cannot be ruled out. To avoid being caught up in unforeseen incidents, Japanese residents and travelers in Japan are urged to make their own safety their top priority by staying up to date with the latest information from the media, taking great care not to approach areas where protests are taking place, and, if necessary, considering changing their commute routes or travel destinations. Furthermore, if you are involved in an incident or accident, please follow the instructions of the authorities to ensure your safety and contact our consular office.
■Consular Office in Portland Address: 1300 SW 5th Ave, Suite 2700, Portland OR 97201
Phone: 503-221-1811 (main)
Web: https://www.portland.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JapaneseConsularOfficePortland/
Flood Warning for Globe, Arizona and Surrounding Areas
Sept. 28, 2025, 10:20 a.m.
[Reference links]
●National Weather Service
https://www.weather.gov/psr/
●Gila County Emergency Management Agency
https://www.facebook.com/GCPHCS
●Globe City Facebook
https://www.https://www.globeaz.gov/live-feed#10090395facebook.com/cityofglobe/
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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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Reminder: Compliance with U.S. Laws and Regulations
Sept. 27, 2025, 10:05 a.m.
1. On Thursday, May 29th, the U.S. government sent a notice to embassies and consulates general around the world, including Japan, reminding their nationals to comply with U.S. laws and regulations.
The U.S. government has asked its diplomatic missions to inform their citizens that illegal entry into the U.S., overstaying one's status in the U.S., or other violations of U.S. law puts them at risk of arrest, fines, and imprisonment, as well as possible deportation, and that deportation may result in a permanent ban from re-entering the U.S.
Since then, the U.S. government has continued to issue messages regarding compliance with laws and regulations. We urge all Japanese residents and travelers to be fully aware that illegal entry, illegal overstay, or violation of laws and regulations in the United States (such as engaging in activities outside of your visa or residence status, or drunk driving) may result in arrest, detention, and heavy fines. Furthermore, even after receiving a U.S. visa or entering the U.S., you may continue to be subject to U.S. security screening, including your behavior on social media. As a result, if you are found not to be complying with the conditions of your U.S. residence permit, your visa or residence status may be revoked, you may be deported, and you may be barred from re-entering the country. Please be aware of this.
2. If you need assistance or advice regarding the legal system and procedures related to entering or staying in the U.S., please contact our Embassy or the nearest Consulate-General. If you are arrested or detained, please ask the local police to 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】
● Basic data on safety measures (USA) (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website)
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcsafetymeasure_221.html
[Consulate-General of Japan in Honolulu]
Address: 1742 Nuuanu Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Phone: (Country Code 1) 808-543-3111
Website: https://www.honolulu.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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Reminder: Compliance with U.S. Laws and Regulations
Sept. 26, 2025, 11:15 p.m.
To all Japanese nationals residing in the United States and those planning to travel to the United States,
1. On Thursday, May 29th, the U.S. government issued a warning to embassies and consulates general around the world, including Japan, to comply with U.S. laws and regulations.
The U.S. government has asked its diplomatic missions to inform their citizens that illegal entry into the U.S., overstaying one's status in the U.S., or other violations of U.S. law puts them at risk of arrest, fines, and imprisonment, as well as possible deportation, and that deportation may result in a permanent ban from re-entering the U.S.
Since then, the U.S. government has continued to issue messages regarding compliance with laws and regulations. We urge all Japanese residents and travelers to be fully aware that illegal entry, illegal overstay, or violation of laws and regulations in the United States (such as engaging in activities outside of your visa or residence status, or drunk driving) may result in arrest, detention, and heavy fines. Furthermore, even after receiving a U.S. visa or entering the U.S., you may continue to be subject to U.S. security screening, including your behavior on social media. As a result, if you are found not to be complying with the conditions of your U.S. residence permit, your visa or residence status may be revoked, you may be deported, and you may be barred from re-entering the country. Please be aware of this.
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 ask the local police to 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: "About entering and leaving the United States"
https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/anzen.html#7
●Our website
https://www.detroit.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.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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Reminder: Compliance with U.S. Laws and Regulations
Sept. 26, 2025, 1 p.m.
1. On Thursday, May 29th, the U.S. government issued a warning to embassies and consulates general around the world, including Japan, to comply with U.S. laws and regulations.
The U.S. government has asked its diplomatic missions to inform their citizens that illegal entry into the U.S., overstaying one's status in the U.S., or other violations of U.S. law puts them at risk of arrest, fines, and imprisonment, as well as possible deportation, and that deportation may result in a permanent ban from re-entering the U.S.
Since then, the U.S. government has continued to issue messages regarding compliance with laws and regulations. We urge all Japanese residents and travelers to be fully aware that illegal entry, illegal overstay, or violation of laws and regulations in the United States (such as engaging in activities outside of your visa or residence status, or drunk driving) may result in arrest, detention, and heavy fines. Furthermore, even after receiving a U.S. visa or entering the U.S., you may continue to be subject to U.S. security screening, including your behavior on social media. As a result, if you are found not to be complying with the conditions of your U.S. residence permit, your visa or residence status may be revoked, you may be deported, and you may be barred from re-entering the country. Please be aware of this.
2. If you need assistance or advice regarding procedures related to entering or leaving the United States or staying in the United States, please contact our Consulate. If you are seeking legal advice, please refer to the information on the Guam Bar Association website. If you are arrested or detained, please ask the local police to contact our Consulate.
3. Regarding U.S. visas and residency status, we are in close communication with the U.S. side and will continue to provide information via consular email and other means.
【reference】
●Guam Bar Association website (external link)
https://guambar.org/
