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.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Nov. 18, 2024, 10:01 p.m. Security Update: Robbery in the Centro district of Manaus
- Nov. 15, 2024, 9:46 p.m. Security Update: Bus Robbery Incidents in Various Areas of Manaus
- Nov. 12, 2024, 6:46 a.m. Victimization of Japanese nationals (occurrence of violence on the street)
- Nov. 9, 2024, 9:36 a.m. [Warning] Shooting incident at Guarulhos International Airport
- Nov. 9, 2024, 7:01 a.m. [Warning] Bank transfer fraud (specialized fraud) by individuals posing as embassy staff (part 2)
- Nov. 9, 2024, 5:31 a.m. [Warning] Bank transfer scam (specialized fraud) by scammers pretending to be staff of the Embassy (part 2)
Security Update: Robbery in the Centro district of Manaus
Nov. 18, 2024, 10:01 p.m.
2. Location of the incident: A clothing store located on Henrique Martins Street in the Centro district of Manaus (approximately 2.8 km southwest of the Consulate-General of Japan in Manaus) [Reference: Map of the area where the incident occurred ※Google Maps]
https://www.google.com/maps/place/R.+Henrique+Martins+-+Centro,+Manaus+-+AM,+69010-010/@-3.1340312,-60.0262,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x 926c057e78c719b9:0xce8d17b4f63211e4!8m2!3d-3.1340312!4d-60.0236251!16 s%2Fg%2F1ymw8q1_0?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExMy4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
3. Summary of the incident A robbery occurred at a clothing store on Henrique Martins Street in the Centro district of Manaus. According to reports, the suspect (male) disguised as a customer shouted that he was a robber, stole the store's sales money and belongings of customers who were in the store, and fired shots at the store owner and employees as he fled. The bullets hit the store owner in the shoulder and the employee in the back, and both were taken to the hospital.
Source: CM7 Brazil
https://cm7brasil.com/o-mundo-digital/homem-roub4-loja-e-atir4-contra-dono-e-funcionaria-no-centro-veja-video/
G1 Globo
https://g1.globo.com/am/amazonas/noticia/2024/11/16/assalto-a-loja-no-centro-de-manaus-deixa-duas-pessoas-baleadas.ghtml
4. Requests from the Consulate General (1) Please strictly refrain from using mobile phones while walking (walking while using a smartphone).
(2) Please avoid walking on Sundays, early mornings, and at night when there are fewer people around.
(3) Try to avoid wearing expensive watches, necklaces, or other items that are likely to make someone a target of a scam.
(4) When going out, please limit the amount of luggage you take with you to the bare minimum, and keep valuables separate and apart.
(5) If you are the victim of a robbery, do not resist but comply with the demands of the robber.
Consulate General of Japan in Manaus (Contact information)
Telephone: (area code 92) 3232-2000, from outside Japan (country code 55) 92-3232-2000
Email: consular@na.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.manaus.br.emb-japan.go.jp/
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Security Update: Bus Robbery Incidents in Various Areas of Manaus
Nov. 15, 2024, 9:46 p.m.
(2) At approximately 5:11 p.m. on the same day, a bus (Route 440) traveling in the area of San Judas Tadeu (Condominium) in the Flores district of Manaus (approximately 8.7 km north of the Consulate-General of Japan in Manaus) was attacked by robbers. Several perpetrators, who had been on the bus disguised as passengers before the incident, yelled that they were robbers, stole belongings from the passengers, and fled the scene.
[Reference: Map of the area where the incident occurred ※Google Maps]
https://maps.app.goo.gl/5nzQTXitfw1tfEJV9
(3) At around 6:40 p.m. on the same day, a robbery occurred on a bus (Route 560) traveling in the Valparaiso area of the Jorge Teixeira district of Manaus (approximately 16 km northeast of the Consulate-General of Japan in Manaus). The robber, armed with a firearm, robbed the passengers of their belongings and fled the scene.
[Reference: Map of the area where the incident occurred ※Google Maps]
https://maps.app.goo.gl/6s6VpLWNqLUsty6g8
(4) At approximately 7:13 p.m. on the same day, a bus (Route 640) traveling on Max Teixeira Avenue in the Cidade Nova district of Manaus (approximately 12 km north of the Consulate-General of Japan in Manaus) was attacked by a robber. After yelling that it was a robber, the culprit stole the passengers' mobile phones, wallets and other belongings and fled the scene.
[Reference: Map of the area where the incident occurred ※Google Maps]
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wPF5jhXT2KL5WmCZ6
Source: CM7 Brazil
https://cm7brasil.com/noticias/policia/onibus-das-linhas-640-560-e-440-sao-assaltados-na-mesma-noite-em-manaus-veja-video/
Source: G1 Globo
https://g1.globo.com/am/amazonas/noticia/2024/11/14/tres-onibus-sao-assaltados-na-mesma-noite-em-manaus.ghtml
2. Requests from the Consulate General
(1) Please refrain from operating your smartphone while walking on the street.
(2) Try to avoid wearing expensive watches, necklaces, or other items that are likely to make someone a target of a scam.
(3) When going out, please limit the amount of luggage you take with you to the bare minimum, and keep your valuables separate and apart.
(4) If you are the victim of a robbery, do not resist but comply with the robber's demands.
(5) Please avoid walking on Sundays, early mornings, and at night when there are fewer people around.
Consulate General of Japan in Manaus (Contact information)
Telephone: (area code 92) 3232-2000, from outside Japan (country code 55) 92-3232-2000
Email: consular@na.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.manaus.br.emb-japan.go.jp/
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Victimization of Japanese nationals (occurrence of violence on the street)
Nov. 12, 2024, 6:46 a.m.
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＜Returning to Japan＞
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[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Sao Paulo, Consular Section
Phone: (55-11)3254-0100
Email: cgjassist@sp.mofa.go.jp
Homepage https://www.sp.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Warning] Shooting incident at Guarulhos International Airport
Nov. 9, 2024, 9:36 a.m.
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＜Returning to Japan＞
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If you are using ORRnet, please complete the procedure from the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
＜Relocation＞
Please submit your residence notification to the nearest Japanese diplomatic mission either by paper or via ORRnet.
* In order to protect your family, friends, and colleagues in the event of a disaster or unrest, please tell your acquaintances, business travelers, and tourists to file a Residence Notification (for stays of 3 months or more) or register for a Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than 3 months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Sao Paulo, Consular Section
Phone: (55-11)3254-0100
Email: cgjassist@sp.mofa.go.jp
Homepage https://www.sp.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Warning] Bank transfer fraud (specialized fraud) by individuals posing as embassy staff (part 2)
Nov. 9, 2024, 7:01 a.m.
For details of the incident, please refer to our website.
Japanese: https://www.sp.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/jnot_24_11_05_sagi_anken.html
Portuguese: https://www.sp.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/ptnot_24_11_05_golpe.html
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＜Returning to Japan＞
If you have submitted a paper residence notification, please submit a return notification to our Embassy by fax or email.
If you are using ORRnet, please complete the procedure from the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
＜Relocation＞
Please submit your residence notification to the nearest Japanese diplomatic mission either by paper or via ORRnet.
* In order to protect your family, friends, and colleagues in the event of a disaster or unrest, please tell your acquaintances, business travelers, and tourists to file a Residence Notification (for stays of 3 months or more) or register for a Tabi-Regi (for stays of less than 3 months) so that information on safety measures can reach as many people as possible.
[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Sao Paulo, Consular Section
Phone: (55-11)3254-0100
Email: cgjassist@sp.mofa.go.jp
Homepage https://www.sp.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
[Warning] Bank transfer scam (specialized fraud) by scammers pretending to be staff of the Embassy (part 2)
Nov. 9, 2024, 5:31 a.m.
For details of the incident, please refer to our website.
Embassy website: https://www.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00953.html
Portuguese: https://www.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00954.html
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＜Returning to Japan＞
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If you are using ORRnet, please complete the procedure from the following URL.
https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/index.html
＜Relocation＞
Please submit your residence notification to the nearest Japanese diplomatic mission either by paper or via ORRnet.
[Contact Information]
Embassy of Japan in Brazil Tel: (55-61) 3442-4200
https://www.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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