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.
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
- May 30, 2025, midnight Caution during typhoon season (Sea of Japan, North Pacific Ocean, South China Sea, etc.)
- 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.)
Caution during typhoon season (Sea of Japan, North Pacific Ocean, South China Sea, etc.)
May 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
● In countries and regions bordering the Sea of Japan, the Northwest Pacific Ocean, and the South China Sea, typhoon season usually runs from June to November. Please pay close attention to meteorological information on a daily basis and take precautions in advance, such as stockpiling disaster prevention supplies, drinking water, and food.
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.).
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
Caution as Typhoon No. 6 (WIPHA) (Vietnamese name: No. 3) approaches (Part 2)
July 21, 2025, 12:20 p.m.
According to the Vietnam National Weather and Moisture Forecast Center and the Japan Meteorological Agency, Typhoon No. 6 (international name: WIPHA, Vietnamese name: No. 3) was moving westward through southern China as of 7:00 a.m. (Vietnam time) on Monday, July 21st. As of that time, the typhoon's strength was 20 km, central pressure 985 hPa, and maximum instantaneous wind speed 35 m. The typhoon is expected to make landfall in northern Vietnam around the evening of Monday, July 21st, and then cross the northern region.
The Vietnam Waterways and Ports Authority and the Inland Waterways Vehicle Registry have issued a ship alert along Vietnam's northern coast and have currently suspended the issuance of sailing permits for all tourist and inter-island vessels operating in Halong Bay.
As the typhoon approaches, makes landfall, and passes through, areas along its path and its surrounding areas are expected to suffer from flooding, high tides, inundation, landslides, and other damages due to heavy rain, as well as damage from strong winds and thunderstorms, and there is a risk of disruption to various transportation services. Even in areas far from the typhoon, the atmosphere may become unstable, causing gusts of wind and thunderstorms.
Therefore, please obtain the latest information from future related news reports, and those staying in or around areas where the typhoon is expected to approach should refrain from going out. Those planning to travel to or stay in these areas should consider changing their itinerary, route, or destinations as necessary. If you sense a sudden change in the weather, such as a sudden cold wind, avoid making unnecessary trips and take shelter in a sturdy building, etc., and take sufficient care to avoid becoming the victim of a disaster or accident.
(Related Websites)
○Japan Meteorological Agency (Typhoon Information)
https://www.jma.go.jp/bosai/map.html#6/19.518/112.478/&typhoon=TC2509&contents=typhoon
Vietnam National Weather and Water Forecast Center
https://nchmf.gov.vn/kttvsiteE/en-US/2/index.html
(Contact) Embassy of Japan in Vietnam (+84)-24-3846-3000
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Caution as Typhoon No. 6 (WIPHA) (Vietnamese name: No. 3) approaches
July 18, 2025, 8:25 p.m.
According to the Vietnam National Weather and Water Forecast Center and the Japan Meteorological Agency, Typhoon No. 6 (international name: WIPHA, Vietnamese name: No. 3) was moving northwestward across the South China Sea as of 2:00 p.m. (Vietnam time) on Friday, July 18th, and is forecast to approach the northern coastal region of Vietnam around Tuesday, July 22nd.
As the typhoon approaches and passes, areas along its path are expected to experience damage from flooding, landslides, strong winds, and high tides due to heavy rain, as well as disruptions to various transportation services.
Therefore, please stay up to date with future related news reports and, if you are in an area where the typhoon is expected to approach, refrain from going out. Also, if you are planning to travel to or stay in the area, consider changing your itinerary, route, or destinations as necessary, and take other precautions to avoid becoming the victim of a disaster or accident.
(Related Websites)
Vietnam National Weather and Water Forecast Center
https://www.nchmf.gov.vn/kttv/
Vietnam National Weather and Water Forecast Center Typhoon Information
https://www.nchmf.gov.vn/kttv/vi-VN/1/tin-bao-gan-bien-dong-con-bao-wipha-post50088.html
○Japan Meteorological Agency (Typhoon Information)
https://www.jma.go.jp/bosai/map.html#5/31.803/135.176/&elem=typhoon_all&typhoon=all&contents=typhoon
(Contact) Embassy of Japan in Vietnam (+84)-24-3846-3000
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