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.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Lifting of infectious disease risk information for Mpox
Sept. 12, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
●The infectious disease risk information level 1 (take extreme caution) regarding Mpox issued for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, the Republic of the Congo, and the Central African Republic will be lifted.
●Sporadical infections are still being seen around the world, so please stay up to date on the infection situation in your destination and take measures to prevent infection.
Alert regarding piracy and other incidents in the waters of Central and South America
Aug. 15, 2025, midnight wide area information
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Although the number of incidents of piracy and other crimes (Note) in the waters of Central and South America is decreasing, vigilance remains necessary. Operators of ships sailing through these waters and those planning to board such ships should be fully aware of the risk of encountering damage from piracy and other crimes in these waters, make efforts to obtain the latest information, take great care to ensure safety, and, depending on the situation, refrain from boarding ships sailing through these waters.
Note: "Piracy and other incidents" includes "piracy" that occurs on the high seas and "armed robbery" that occurs within territorial waters.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Table of contents
- Oct. 8, 2025, 7:45 a.m. [Warning about methanol poisoning]
- Oct. 7, 2025, 6:40 a.m. Warning about the distribution of alcoholic beverages containing methanol (São Paulo State Government announcement)
- Oct. 3, 2025, 3:35 a.m. Murder at a shopping mall in the Ponta Negra district of Manaus
- Oct. 1, 2025, 6:25 a.m. Security Update: Robbery in the Parqui Des district of Manaus
- Sept. 30, 2025, 12:10 a.m. Regarding the shooting incident that occurred in the Centro district of Porto Alegre
- Sept. 27, 2025, 4:30 a.m. Regarding restoration of our main telephone line
[Warning about methanol poisoning]
Oct. 8, 2025, 7:45 a.m.
1. According to the Brazilian Ministry of Health, as of October 6th, 217 suspected cases of methanol poisoning have been reported in 13 states across the country, of which 17 have been confirmed and 200 are under investigation. Approximately 80% of the cases are concentrated in the state of São Paulo, where two deaths have been confirmed, and three cases are under investigation in the state of Goiás within the jurisdiction of our Embassy.
2. The Brazilian Ministry of Health has also instructed state and municipal health authorities to immediately report suspected cases and strengthen surveillance systems, and has also advised general consumers to immediately seek medical attention if they experience symptoms such as nausea, visual disturbances, or loss of consciousness after drinking alcohol.
3. To all Japanese nationals residing in Japan, even ingesting a very small amount of methanol can, in the worst case scenario, lead to blindness or death, so if you experience symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, blurred vision, mental confusion, or nausea within 12 to 24 hours of drinking it, please do not hesitate to visit the nearest emergency room. In addition, please keep the following points in mind:
(1) When purchasing alcoholic beverages, refrain from purchasing products that are significantly cheaper than the market price.
(2) Before purchasing, check that there are no irregularities in the bottle, label, seal, etc.
(3) If you experience symptoms of intoxication after drinking alcohol, immediately visit the nearest emergency room. If possible, also bring any remaining drink to a medical institution.
[Reference]
●Ministry of Health HP
https://www.gov.br/saude/pt-br/assuntos/noticias/2025/outubro/saude-reforca-rede-nacional-de-diagnostico-para-identificar-casos-de-intoxicacao-por-methaneol?utm_source=chatgpt.com
●Goias State Government Website
https://goias.gov.br/abc/goias-registra-tres-casos-suspeitos-de-intoxicacao-por-methaneol/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Warning about the distribution of alcoholic beverages containing methanol (São Paulo State Government announcement)
Oct. 7, 2025, 6:40 a.m.
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[Contact information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Sao Paulo, Consular Section, Japanese Nationals Protection Section, Tel: (55-11) 3254-0100
Email: cgjassist@sp.mofa.go.jp
Homepage: https://www.sp.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Murder at a shopping mall in the Ponta Negra district of Manaus
Oct. 3, 2025, 3:35 a.m.
3. Summary of the incident A murder occurred at Shopping Ponta Negra, located on Coronel Teixeira Street in the Ponta Negra district of Manaus. According to reports, the victim was shot by two men on a motorcycle outside the shopping mall and was shot dead as he fled inside the mall. The assailants then fled the scene. According to security authorities, the victim had previously been arrested for drug trafficking and had been released in 2019 after completing his sentence.
[Source: G1, A Critica, Portal Norte]
https://g1.globo.com/am/amazonas/noticia/2025/10/02/homem-e-baleado-dentro-de-shopping-na-zona-oeste-de-manaus.ghtml
https://www.acritica.com/policia/homem-baleado-dentro-do-shopping-ponta-negra-morre-no-spa-da-compensa-1.385156
https://portalnorte.com.br/noticias/amazonas/2025/10/02/video-homem-morto-em-tiroteio-no-shopping-ponta-negra-havia-ido-buscar-a-esposa-eo-filho/
4. Requests from the Consulate General (1) If you hear gunfire nearby, immediately lie down (standing increases the surface area exposed to gunfire and the risk of being hit). Please wait for an opportunity to evacuate while ensuring your safety.
(2) If you hear gunfire in the distance or are able to move, "run away" from the scene. Remain calm and evacuate to a safe place.
(3) If you are unable to “escape,” “hide.” Try to ensure your own safety by hiding from any obstacles that may be in your path, including the perpetrator.
(4) If you witness a robbery in progress,
Please remember to "never resist," "do not look at the robber," and "do as the robber asks" (but do so slowly so as not to provoke him).
Consulate-General of Japan in Manaus (contact details)
Telephone: (area code 92) 3232-2000, from overseas (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: Robbery in the Parqui Des district of Manaus
Oct. 1, 2025, 6:25 a.m.
3. Summary of the incident: A robbery occurred in the parking lot of a veterinary clinic on Hocaido Street in the Parque Des district of Manaus. According to reports, two masked male perpetrators threatened two women with a gun, stole their cell phones, and fled the scene. Later, at an acai shop in Conjunto Duque de Caxias in the Flores district, the same two perpetrators threatened employees and customers, stole money and valuables, and fled the scene.
[Source: AMAZONAS DIGITAL]
https://portalamazonasdigital.com/bandidos-encapuzados-arrastoes-zona-centro-sul-manaus/
4. Request 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) Avoid wearing expensive watches, necklaces, or other items that are likely to be targeted by thieves.
(4) When going out, please limit your belongings to the bare minimum and keep your valuables separate.
(5) If you are the victim of a robbery, do not resist and comply with the demands of the robber.
Consulate-General of Japan in Manaus (contact information)
Telephone: (area code 92) 3232-2000, from overseas (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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Regarding the shooting incident that occurred in the Centro district of Porto Alegre
Sept. 30, 2025, 12:10 a.m.
The incident occurred outside a club on Riachuelo and Salgado Filho streets in the Centro district, with the gunman apparently firing at least 20 shots.
According to local police, a team of experts is currently conducting an intensive investigation.
(Related reports)
https://gauchazh.clicrbs.com.br/seguranca/noticia/2025/09/ataque-a-tiros-deixa-dois-feridos-no-centro-de-porto-alegre-cmg4wrarl00020150ncor6vib.html
To avoid becoming involved in such incidents, please refrain from unnecessary outings.
If you absolutely must go out, please be aware of your surroundings.
If you are ever involved in an incident, please be sure to act quickly (the following are general steps to take).
-Don't panic and find out the location of the criminal.
- Leave the scene as quickly as possible (make as little noise as possible to avoid being noticed by the perpetrator).
- Take refuge in a nearby building or structure.
- Hide behind cover (preferably something strong enough that bullets can't penetrate, but even if it isn't, staying out of the criminal's line of sight will reduce the risk of being shot).
- Lower your posture (reducing the risk of being hit).
[Contact information]
Consular Office in Porto Alegre Address: Av. Joao Obino, 467, Petropolis, Porto Alegre - RS
Phone: (51) 3334-1299
Email: cjpoa@c1.mofa.go.jp
Regarding restoration of our main telephone line
Sept. 27, 2025, 4:30 a.m.
[Contact information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Rio de Janeiro
Praia do Flamengo, 200-10andar, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brasil 22210-901
Phone: (55-21) 3461-9595
Consular Section Email Address: consular@ri.mofa.go.jp
Consulate General website: https://www.rio.br.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
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