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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Table of contents
- 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
- April 24, 2025, midnight Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
- March 28, 2025, midnight Alert regarding measles overseas
- Feb. 25, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
[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.
Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
April 24, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), a severe respiratory infection, has been occurring sporadically in the Middle East.
● When visiting the Middle East, please take sufficient precautions to avoid infection.
Alert regarding measles overseas
March 28, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas, and there is a risk of contracting measles at your travel destination.
● If you are traveling abroad, check your vaccination history, and if you do not have a record of having received routine vaccinations, consider getting vaccinated in advance.
[Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
Feb. 25, 2025, midnight wide area information
We will issue a "Notice regarding consultation desk for special fraud cases."
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Warning] A demonstration march is planned for Wednesday, April 30th from 9 de Julio Avenue in Buenos Aires to the Workers' Monument.
April 30, 2025, 6 a.m.
[Main text]
1. Overview and Measures (1) A demonstration march is planned to be held on Wednesday, April 30th, to commemorate the following day's Workers' Day and to protest against labor and budget reforms. The demonstration is being organized by the CGT (General Confederation of Labor), two CTAs (Central Committees of Workers), UTEP (Union of People's Economic Workers), and others, and is calling on other labor unions to participate. In addition, a prayer will be offered for Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21st, so a large number of participants are expected. The demonstration march will start at 2:00 pm at the intersection of 9 de Julio and Independencia streets in Buenos Aires, and will culminate at the Workers' Monument on Paseo Colon.
(2) During the times when demonstrations are scheduled to take place, please do not approach the surrounding areas even out of curiosity. In addition, please gather information and make efforts to ensure your own safety.
2. Information about the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Overseas Safety Website The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Overseas Safety Website (link below) contains information on crime prevention measures in response to the unique crime patterns in Argentina, so be sure to check it out.
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_241.html#ad-image-0
Also, if you receive information that a Japanese national has been victimized, please notify the Embassy.
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[Contact Information]
Consular Section, Embassy of Japan in Argentina
Bouchard 547 Piso-15, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone: (area code 011) 4318-8200 / From overseas, (country code 54)-11-4318-8200
Homepage (Japanese version) http://www.ar.emb-japan.go.jp/index_j.htm
Consular Section Representative Email: conbsas@bn.mofa.go.jp
[Japanese victim] Theft victim in Centro, Buenos Aires (near the Obelisk)
April 29, 2025, 7:10 a.m.
[Main text]
An incident has occurred in which a Japanese national was the victim. We would like to inform you of the following:
1. Overview of the incident
(1) Date and time
Saturday, April 26, 2025, around 1:00 p.m.
(2) Location
Buenos Aires Centro (near the Obelisk, Corrientes Street)
(3) Victims and details of damage
Victim: Japanese male in his 30s Damage details: Bag containing valuables (passport, wallet, credit cards, camera)
(4) Status of the damage
The victim was walking along Corrientes Street near the Obelisk in Centro Buenos Aires at around 13:00 on April 26th when he was suddenly splashed with some kind of liquid from above. When he checked, he found that the liquid, which had a strong sewage-like odor, was on his clothes and luggage. When the victim tried to wipe his luggage, a man who appeared to be a local approached him and began helping him wipe the liquid.
While the victims were wiping their clothes and belongings, their belongings were switched by someone else, and by the time they noticed, the items had already been stolen. Another person also appeared at the scene, exaggerating the direction in which the perpetrator was believed to have fled.
2. Crime Prevention Measures
(1) This case is a type of crime known as the "ketchup robbery," which occurs frequently in Argentina. Usually, criminals are organized groups of several people who commit crimes in an organized manner, and in many cases, the roles are divided among three people: one who puts liquids such as ketchup, mustard or paint on the victim, one who approaches the victim kindly and wipes off the stains while attracting the victim's attention, and one who actually takes away (snatches) the victim's belongings, such as backpacks.
(2) In addition, as in this case, when the victim realizes that he or she has been victimized and tries to chase the perpetrator, a person may appear pointing in the direction the perpetrator is fleeing. However, in most cases, this person is also a member of the group and points in the opposite direction to the perpetrator, hindering the pursuit.
(3) In the unlikely event that you are splashed with any liquid, if you notice someone approaching you immediately, do not refuse help and move away from the scene. Also, never leave any valuables in your possession.
(4) Furthermore, to minimize the risk of theft, we recommend that you do not keep valuables such as your passport and mobile phone in the same bag, but rather distribute them among other bags, perhaps using a waist pouch or similar.
3. Information on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website
Please check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website (link below) for information on crime prevention measures specific to Argentina.
https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_241.html#ad-image-0
Also, if you receive information that a Japanese national has been victimized, please notify the Embassy.
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[Contact Information]
Consular Section, Embassy of Japan in Argentina
Bouchard 547 Piso-15, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone: (area code 011) 4318-8200 / From overseas, (country code 54)-11-4318-8200
Homepage (Japanese version) http://www.ar.emb-japan.go.jp/index_j.htm
Consular Section Representative Email: conbsas@bn.mofa.go.jp
