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.
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- June 13, 2025, midnight Caution regarding the "No Kings" protest rally (June 14th)
- June 10, 2025, midnight Caution regarding protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
- 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 regarding protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
June 10, 2025, midnight spot information
●Following the mass arrests of immigrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on June 6th (local time), protests have been taking place every day in Los Angeles. Protests have also been taking place in San Francisco since the 8th.
●We cannot rule out the possibility that similar protests will take place in other areas in the future, leading to unforeseen incidents. We ask that Japanese residents and travelers in Japan take the utmost care to stay up to date with the latest information from the media and avoid unpredictable protests.
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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- July 6, 2025, 12:55 p.m. [Warning] Disaster declaration issued for heavy rains and flash floods in Texas
- July 4, 2025, 8 a.m. Caution regarding events and activities that bring together large numbers of people
- July 4, 2025, 1:25 a.m. [Warning] Be cautious of terrorist attacks at events where a large number of people gather
- July 3, 2025, 8:20 a.m. Caution regarding protests in Houston
- July 2, 2025, 8:50 a.m. Caution regarding protests on Friday, July 4th
- July 1, 2025, 5:40 a.m. Wildfire Alert for Southern California and Arizona
[Warning] Disaster declaration issued for heavy rains and flash floods in Texas
July 6, 2025, 12:55 p.m.
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1. Since the early hours of July 4th, severe flash flooding and flood damage has occurred mainly in Kerr County in central Texas, resulting in many casualties in campsites along the river. On the same day, the State of Texas issued a Disaster Declaration for 15 counties (Bandera, Coke, Comal, Concho, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Llano, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Reeves, San Saba, and Tom Green) and is working with the federal government to rescue those in need of rescue and search for missing people.
- Disaster declaration from Texas
https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-provides-update-on-texas-response-to-hill-country-flooding
2. Get the latest information from the state of Texas, your county or city, and news reports, and follow the instructions of the authorities to evacuate quickly. When evacuating, please be careful when driving near rivers or underground passages where water is likely to accumulate.
Texas Department of Emergency Management website
https://tdem.texas.gov/disasters
3. Because this flash flood was caused by heavy rainfall in an extremely short period of time, please check evacuation methods and routes on a regular basis and be ready to take action to protect your life at any time. In addition, after the disaster occurs, it is expected that there will be power outages, water outages, and fuel shortages for cars and generators, so please prepare in advance.
4. Thanks to the cooperation of Japanese residents in Kerrville and San Angelo, which were hit by the flash floods on July 4, we were able to quickly confirm the safety of those affected. In the event of a disaster, the Consulate-General of Japan may contact Japanese residents in the affected areas directly, so please update your residence registration as necessary if there are any changes to the information on your residence registration due to moving, etc.
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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
Caution regarding events and activities that bring together large numbers of people
July 4, 2025, 8 a.m.
1. On January 1st of this year, a car was driven into a crowd gathered for a New Year's celebration in New Orleans. On June 1st, a Molotov cocktail was used to attack a rally in Boulder, Colorado, in support of Israeli hostages held by the Islamic organization Hamas in the Gaza Strip in Palestine. Furthermore, on July 2nd, a mass shooting occurred in Chicago, targeting people gathered at a hip-hop artist's event.
2. July 4th is Independence Day in the United States, and many ceremonies and activities are held all over the country. Large religious or political events and places where large numbers of people gather are often targeted, so there is a possibility that similar incidents will occur in the future.
3. Japanese nationals residing in Japan should make an effort to obtain the latest information from the media, etc., so as not to become caught up in any unforeseen circumstances. In addition, please be aware of events and places where a large number of people gather, and be mindful of your surroundings. If you notice any disturbing situations, people behaving suspiciously, or suspicious objects, please leave the area immediately, making your own safety your number one priority.
Consulate-General of Japan in Atlanta
Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta
Phipps Tower Suite 850
3438 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30326
TEL: (404) 240‐4300
EMAIL: ryoji@aa.mofa.go.jp
[Warning] Be cautious of terrorist attacks at events where a large number of people gather
July 4, 2025, 1:25 a.m.
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1. Yesterday (July 2nd) at around 11pm, a shooting occurred on the street in front of a nightclub in downtown Chicago, targeting people gathered at an event celebrating the release of a hip-hop artist's album, leaving four people dead and 14 injured. About four hours later, at around 3am in the morning, a shooting occurred in the south area of Chicago, injuring four people, but the perpetrator has not yet been arrested.
2 Tomorrow (July 4th) is Independence Day in the United States, and many ceremonies and events will be held across the U.S. Similar terrorist attacks often target large religious or political events or places where large numbers of people gather, so there is a possibility that similar attacks may occur in the future.
3. All Japanese nationals residing in Japan should make an effort to obtain the latest information from the media, etc., so as not to become involved in unforeseen circumstances. In addition, be aware of events and places where a large number of people gather, and be mindful of your surroundings. If you notice any disturbing situations, people behaving suspiciously, or suspicious objects, please make your own safety your number one priority, such as by immediately leaving the area. In addition, please be prepared for unforeseen circumstances on a daily basis, such as by discussing with family and acquaintances how you can check on each other's safety in the event of an emergency.
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[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago
Tel: (312) 280-0400 (24 hours)
Fax: (312) 280-9568
Email: ryoji1@cg.mofa.go.jp
Caution regarding protests in Houston
July 3, 2025, 8:20 a.m.
1 Protests entitled "Houston Free America Weekend" are being called for in various locations throughout Houston over the weekend starting on July 4th (Independence Day). Although the location has not yet been specified, there are reports that protests will take place on Westheimer Street in Houston. In addition, calls are being made for "NO KINGS 2.0" to be held across the United States.
2. Japanese nationals and travelers in Japan are asked to take the utmost care to avoid becoming 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.
3. From July 4th to 12th, overseas voting will be held at the Consulate-General of Japan in Houston. If you are planning to visit the Consulate-General to vote overseas, please make an effort to gather information in order to avoid visiting during times when protests are taking place. In the unlikely event that you do encounter a protest, please take care to avoid being caught up in an unforeseen incident by taking a detour, etc.
[Reference] Overseas voting for the 27th ordinary election of the House of Councillors (planned)
https://www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00775.html
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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
Caution regarding protests on Friday, July 4th
July 2, 2025, 8:50 a.m.
1. Protest rallies are planned to be held around Los Angeles City Hall and federal government facilities in Downtown Los Angeles on Friday, July 4th.
(Note) The Edward Roybal Federal Building is one block away from the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo (the block between East Temple Street and Alameda Street).
2. Protests may leave the scheduled venue and take place in other plazas or on public roads, which may result in traffic restrictions and congestion at the venue and surrounding roads. In addition, previous protests in the downtown area of Los Angeles have caused significant traffic disruptions not only around City Hall, the Immigration Bureau, and the Federal Courthouse, but also on nearby highways.
3. Similar protests may take place in areas outside of Los Angeles.
4. We ask that all Japanese nationals take the utmost care to avoid becoming caught up in unforeseen incidents, by making efforts to obtain the latest information through the media, etc., and by not approaching areas where protest rallies are taking place carelessly.
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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
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Wildfire Alert for Southern California and Arizona
July 1, 2025, 5:40 a.m.
1. The Wolf Fire, which broke out in Riverside County, California, has expanded in scale, and firefighting efforts are still ongoing. Evacuation orders and evacuation advisories have been issued for the surrounding areas, and public access is prohibited. Evacuation orders have also been issued for the Oak Ridge Fire, which broke out in Window Rock, Arizona, and firefighting efforts are still ongoing.
2. Currently, multiple wildfires are occurring in Southern California and Arizona. As the dry weather continues to create conditions favorable for wildfires, please be aware of the following:
(1) Make an effort to obtain the latest information from daily reports and local governments, etc., and prepare for disasters.
(2) When traveling, be aware that roads may be closed due to wildfires, so be sure to check traffic information and the situation around your destination before you leave.
(3) Do not approach areas where forest fires are occurring out of curiosity.
(4) Be careful when handling fire outdoors, including fireworks.
(5) In preparation for evacuation, check and prepare disaster essentials, including your passport, and keep them ready to take with you at any time.
(For reference, a disaster essentials checklist is included at the end of the "Safety Guide.") https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/pdf/AnzenTebiki2024.pdf
3. Wildfires also produce air pollution due to smoke. Even if you are far away from the wildfire site, smoke can spread far away depending on the wind direction, etc., and air pollution may have adverse effects on your health. Elderly people, young people, and people with respiratory diseases in particular should refrain from outdoor activities if they notice smoke or smell something. If you have no choice but to be outdoors, please wear a mask.
4. Wildfire Information Sites (1) California
http://www.fire.ca.gov/
(2) Arizona
https://wildlandfire.az.gov/
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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
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