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 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.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Table of contents
- Feb. 21, 2025, midnight Polio awareness (If you are traveling to a polio-endemic country or region, please consider getting additional vaccinations)
- Feb. 20, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 3))
- Feb. 17, 2025, midnight Caution regarding overseas travel and stay during Ramadan
- Dec. 16, 2024, midnight Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2))
- Nov. 29, 2024, midnight Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
Polio awareness (If you are traveling to a polio-endemic country or region, please consider getting additional vaccinations)
Feb. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● If you are traveling to a country or region where polio is prevalent, please consider receiving additional vaccinations depending on the local infection situation.
● On May 5, 2014, WHO determined that the polio outbreak was a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), and has announced that the polio outbreak continues to be a PHEIC.
[Wide-area information] Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 3))
Feb. 20, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 3)).
Caution regarding overseas travel and stay during Ramadan
Feb. 17, 2025, midnight wide area information
●The period from around Friday, February 28th to around Tuesday, April 1st is the Islamic month of Ramadan and the festival marking the end of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr).
●During past Ramadan and Eid periods, there have been terrorist attacks carried out by international terrorist organizations such as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and their supporters.
Please make an effort to obtain the latest information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Website, Tabi-Reji, news reports, etc., and take sufficient care to ensure your safety.
Warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2))
Dec. 16, 2024, midnight wide area information
We would like to provide you with a warning about special fraud cases (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator (Part 2)).
Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
Nov. 29, 2024, midnight wide area information
We will issue wide-area information on special frauds.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
The Safety Guide has been updated.
Feb. 13, 2025, 2:41 p.m.
(Contact Information)
Consulate-General of Japan in Chongqing
Address: 42nd floor, World Financial Center, No. 188 Minsu Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China Website: https://www.chongqing.cn.emb-japan.go.jp
Telephone (main): (023) 6373-3585
FAX: (023) 6374-2661
Email: ryouji@cq.mofa.go.jp
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Feb. 12, 2025, 6:11 p.m.
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[Contact Information]
Consulate-General of Japan in Qingdao Address: 45F, International Finance Centre, No. 59 Hong Kong Middle Road, Qingdao
Phone: 0532-8090-0001
FAX: 0532-8090-0024
Email: ryoji@qd.mofa.go.jp
Website: https://www.qingdao.cn.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
AFC U-20 Asian Cup China 2025 Caution (Shenzhen: February 12th - March 1st)
Feb. 12, 2025, 5:56 p.m.
The AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 is scheduled to be held from Wednesday, February 12th to Saturday, March 1st at various stadiums in Shenzhen (Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Stadium, Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base No. 1 Stadium, Longhua Sports Center Stadium, and Shenzhen Bao'an Sports Center Stadium). For the schedule of U20 Japan National Team matches, please visit the JFA website https://www.jfa.jp/national_team/u20_2025/afc_u20_asiancup_2025/
Alternatively, please refer to our website at https://www.guangzhou.cn.emb-japan.go.jp/consular/doc/20250212.html (for ticket purchases, please see the link on our website).
Japanese supporters planning to watch the match at the stadium are requested to read the following information.
1. Things to keep in mind when watching the event (1) Please note that you will need to present the identification card registered when purchasing your ticket upon entry.
(2) Please do not bring in any unnecessary baggage, banners that have not been approved in advance, cheering goods such as loudspeakers or other noisemakers, plastic bottles or cans, alcoholic beverages, etc. All of these items may be confiscated and disposed of during baggage inspection before entry.
(3) Within the stadium, please follow the instructions of the organizers and security personnel and absolutely refrain from heckling supporters of the opposing team. Furthermore, even if the opposing team uses provocative language or behaves in a provocative manner, please do not respond under any circumstances.
(4) After the match has ended, please follow the instructions of the organizers and security personnel when leaving the venue. Do not respond to provocation from supporters of the opposing team under any circumstances.
(5) Please refrain from making remarks that may provoke the opposing team, as there may be supporters of the opposing team at restaurants and other establishments around the match venue. In addition, in order to avoid causing unnecessary trouble, please refrain from wearing the Japan National Team uniform or displaying the Japanese flag or cheering flags outside the match venue.
2. General precautions for staying in China (1) Always carry your passport with you during your stay. Also, be careful not to lose your passport or have it stolen. If you lose or leave your passport behind, it will take time to complete the procedures for returning home.
(2) Obey China's laws and regulations and always follow the instructions of public security (police).
(3) Please respect Chinese culture and customs. Some Chinese people have special feelings toward Japanese people. When gathering with other Japanese people, please always be considerate of those around you and avoid shouting or any behavior that asserts your Japaneseness.
3. If you are involved in an incident or accident during your stay, please contact the Consulate-General of Japan in Guangzhou. In the event of an emergency, we will respond even on closed days and during closing hours.
Email address: ryoji@ko.mofa.go.jp (Please include your name and phone number)
○Consulate General of Japan in Guangzhou○
(Area code 020)-8334-3009 (Main)
(Area code 020)-8501-5005 (Main)
In case of emergency, we are available even during closing hours.
Website: http://www.guangzhou.cn.emb-japan.go.jp/
Consular and Visa Service Hours Passport, Certificates, Family Registry Procedures, etc.: 8:45-12:00 13:45-17:00 (Except on closed days)
Visa for visitors to Japan: 8:45-12:00 13:45-15:00 (except closed days)
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