People's Republic of China / China travel advisories

Alert regarding chikungunya fever

Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)

● Chikungunya fever, which causes symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and rash, is prevalent in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
● Chikungunya fever is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the chikungunya virus, so in the above areas please be sure to take the preventive measures described below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.

Zika virus infection alert (updated)

Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)

● The number of cases of Zika virus infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and rash and can result in congenital disorders such as microcephaly in fetuses, has decreased globally since 2017, but infections continue to occur, albeit in small numbers, in Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
● Zika virus infection is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus, so if you are in the above areas, please be sure to take the preventive measures listed below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.

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.

[Safety Measures Information] Caution regarding the ACL Asian Champions League Elite match between Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Chengdu Rongcheng (November 25th) to be held in Chengdu

Nov. 21, 2025, 12:30 p.m.

1. On Tuesday, November 25th, the ACL Champions League Elite 2025/26 League Stage match between Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Chengdu Rongcheng is scheduled to be held at the Wuliangye Cultural and Sports Center (Fenghuangshan Sports Park Football Stadium: Jinniu District, Chengdu) in Chengdu.
(Note) For match schedules and other information on the Japanese teams participating, please refer to the J.League website (https://www.jfa.jp/match/acl_elite_2025/news/00035391/).

2. A large number of spectators are expected on the day of the match. Spectators and those living or staying in Chengdu are asked to exercise caution when going out (especially when traveling on public transport) to avoid getting into trouble with some enthusiastic supporters.

3. All spectators at the stadium are requested to take note of the following precautions, taking into consideration the impact this may have on future league stage matches in China.
[Notes when watching at the stadium]
(1) To enter, you will need to present your passport or other identification that you registered when purchasing your ticket. (2) For safety reasons, as instructed by local public security authorities, spectators in the away seats on the Sanfrecce Hiroshima side are required to enter and exit the stadium by a dedicated bus (departing from and arriving at hotels in Chengdu). For this reason, please refrain from going directly to the stadium.
(3) Please do not bring in any unnecessary baggage, unapproved banners, cheering goods such as loudspeakers or noisemakers, or any other prohibited or restricted items. These may be confiscated or disposed of during baggage inspection before entry. (Umbrellas, balloons, and other cheering methods that are customarily permitted in Japan are not permitted in China.)
[Reference URL] https://www.sanfrecce.co.jp/news/team/11696
(4) Please follow the instructions of the organizers and security personnel within the stadium. Please refrain from heckling supporters of the opposing team. Even if an opposing supporter makes provocative remarks or provokes you, do not respond under any circumstances.
(5) After the match, you will be asked to wait in the viewing area as instructed by the authorities. You will not be able to leave the venue immediately, so please allow yourself plenty of time. Also, please follow the instructions of the organizers and security personnel, and never respond to provocations from opposing supporters.
(6) There may be supporters of the opposing team in restaurants and other establishments around the match venues and in central Chengdu. Wherever you are, please refrain from making any remarks that may provoke China or the opposing team.

4. Precautions when staying in China (1) In light of recent local reports regarding Japan-China relations, we would like to provide you with further information on safety measures.
When going out, please be extremely aware of your surroundings, such as the approach of suspicious people, and make every effort to ensure your safety by traveling with multiple people. Please take adequate precautions, especially if you are traveling with children. In particular, please pay attention to the following points.
- Respect local customs and be careful about your words, actions and attitude when interacting with local people.
- Pay attention to your surroundings and avoid public spaces where many people gather or places where many Japanese people are likely to visit.
・If you see any person or group that seems suspicious, do not approach them and leave the area immediately.
(2) Please carry your passport with you at all times during your stay. However, please be careful not to lose or have it stolen. If your passport is lost, it will take time to complete the necessary procedures to return home.
(3) If you use a medical institution in the country, you will be responsible for all expenses, in principle. We strongly recommend that you take out overseas travel insurance (check the terms and conditions of the insurance provided by your credit card) even if you are staying for a short period of time.

5. If you are involved in an incident or accident, please contact the following number.
Please also refer to the "Safety Guide" that the museum has prepared.
https://www.chongqing.cn.emb-japan.go.jp/files/000231047.pdf

(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
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Safety measures in light of recent news reports in the region regarding Japan-China relations

Nov. 17, 2025, 8:55 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

Safety measures in light of recent news reports in the region regarding Japan-China relations

Nov. 17, 2025, 8:55 p.m.

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Consulate-General of Japan in Shenyang Consular Office in Dalian, 3rd floor, Shenmao Tower, No. 147, Zhongshan Road, Xigang District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, China

Safety measures in light of recent news reports in the region regarding Japan-China relations

Nov. 17, 2025, 8:50 p.m.

[Contact information]
Consular Section, Consulate General of Japan in Shenyang TEL: 024-2322-7490 FAX: 024-2385-2430
HP: http://www.shenyang.cn.emb-japan.go.jp/index.html
Email: ryoji@ya.mofa.go.jp
Address: No. 50, Shisiwei Road, Heping District, Shenyang City, Liaoning Province (enter through the west gate on the South Sijing Street side)

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Safety measures in light of recent news reports in the region regarding Japan-China relations

Nov. 17, 2025, 8:50 p.m.

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Consulate-General of Japan in Chongqing
Address: 42nd floor, World Financial Center, No. 188 Minzou Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China Website: https://www.chongqing.cn.emb-japan.go.jp
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Safety measures in light of recent news reports in the region regarding Japan-China relations

Nov. 17, 2025, 8:45 p.m.

○Consulate-General of Japan in Guangzhou○
(Area code 020)-8334-3009 (Main)
(Area code 020)-8501-5005 (Main)
In case of an emergency, we are available even during closing hours.
Website: http://www.guangzhou.cn.emb-japan.go.jp/

Consular and Visa Service Hours: Passports, Certificates, Family Registration 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 (excluding closed days)

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