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.
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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- 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.)
- April 25, 2025, midnight Caution regarding measles overseas during the Golden Week holidays
- April 24, 2025, midnight Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
- March 28, 2025, midnight Alert regarding measles overseas
- Feb. 25, 2025, midnight [Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
[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.).
Caution regarding measles overseas during the Golden Week holidays
April 25, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas.
● If you are planning to travel abroad during the long holiday period, please check the relevant information again.
Alert regarding Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
April 24, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), a severe respiratory infection, has been occurring sporadically in the Middle East.
● When visiting the Middle East, please take sufficient precautions to avoid infection.
Alert regarding measles overseas
March 28, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Measles outbreaks have been reported overseas, and there is a risk of contracting measles at your travel destination.
● If you are traveling abroad, check your vaccination history, and if you do not have a record of having received routine vaccinations, consider getting vaccinated in advance.
[Wide-area information] Notice of consultation desk regarding special fraud cases
Feb. 25, 2025, midnight wide area information
We will issue a "Notice regarding consultation desk for special fraud cases."
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
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- May 10, 2025, 9:30 p.m. [Update] Regarding fire damage at chemical storage facility (Curfew lifted)
- May 10, 2025, 9:15 p.m. [Update] Regarding fire damage at chemical storage facility (Curfew lifted)
- May 10, 2025, 6:30 p.m. Fire damage at chemical storage facility (Barcelona)
- April 30, 2025, 12:25 a.m. Protests by employees of Japanese companies
- April 29, 2025, 5:45 p.m. Major blackout in Spain
- April 29, 2025, 5:20 p.m. Major blackout in Spain
[Update] Regarding fire damage at chemical storage facility (Curfew lifted)
May 10, 2025, 9:30 p.m.
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Phone number: +(34)93-280-3433
FAX number: +(34)93-280-4496/93-204-5439 (direct to the Consular Section)
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[Update] Regarding fire damage at chemical storage facility (Curfew lifted)
May 10, 2025, 9:15 p.m.
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Phone number: +(34)93-280-3433
FAX number: +(34)93-280-4496/93-204-5439 (direct to the Consular Section)
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Fire damage at chemical storage facility (Barcelona)
May 10, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
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Consulate-General of Japan in Barcelona Address: Avda. Diagonal, 640, 2a Planta D, 08017, Barcelona
Phone number: +(34)93-280-3433
FAX number: +(34)93-280-4496/93-204-5439 (direct to the Consular Section)
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Protests by employees of Japanese companies
April 30, 2025, 12:25 a.m.
1. Multiple media reports have stated that employees of Japanese companies will be holding a protest in front of our Embassy from 12:00pm to 2:00pm on Monday, May 5th.
2. There is a risk of unforeseen incidents occurring during protests, demonstrations, etc., so please pay attention to your surroundings and, if protests, demonstrations, etc. are taking place, follow the instructions of the Embassy security personnel and local police.
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Embassy of Japan in Spain
Phone: +(34)91-590-7600 (main)
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas
Phone: +(34)928-244-012
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html
Consulate General of Japan in Barcelona
Phone: +(34)93-280-3433
Website: http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website: https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_161.html
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Major blackout in Spain
April 29, 2025, 5:45 p.m.
1 Regarding the large-scale power outage that occurred in Spain at around 12:32 p.m. on April 28, Prime Minister Sanchez spoke in the evening of the same day, saying that power supply had recovered to nearly 50% and improvements were being seen in most autonomous regions, and that he aimed to restore power to the entire country by tomorrow (the 29th). (Note that the power company (Red Electrica) announced that as of 7:00 a.m. on April 29, 99% of power demand had been restored.)
According to a Spanish government announcement, 15 gigawatts of electricity generation, equivalent to 60% of the country's demand, suddenly disappeared at 12:33 on the 28th, but the cause is under investigation.
The government also urges citizens to prioritize safety, and encourages those who do not necessarily need to go to work but have difficulty traveling or have been instructed to stay at home to do so, and asks students to follow the instructions of the regional government.
2. The airport operator (AENA) has announced that all airports in Spain have resumed operations, however, some flights have been cancelled. Passengers are advised to check the status of public transport to the airport and to check with their airline regarding the status of their flight.
Additionally, according to the website of the Spanish national railways (RENFE), some lines have resumed operations, but full service has not yet resumed, and there is a possibility that significant disruptions to transportation services will continue.
The subways in Madrid, Valencia and Barcelona are gradually resuming operation, but it may take some time before normal operations resume.
If you have difficulty traveling, we recommend that you wait in the safest place possible, and if you absolutely need to go out or travel, you should anticipate delays.
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Consulate-General of Japan in Barcelona Address: Avda. Diagonal, 640, 2a Planta D, 08017, Barcelona
Phone number: +(34)93-280-3433
FAX number: +(34)93-280-4496/93-204-5439 (direct to the Consular Section)
Homepage:
http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
○ Embassy of Japan in Spain Telephone: +(34)-91-590-7600 (Main line), +(34)-91-590-7614 (Consular Section direct line)
Homepage:
https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
○Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas Tel: +(34)-928-244-012
Homepage:
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Major blackout in Spain
April 29, 2025, 5:20 p.m.
1 Regarding the large-scale power outage that occurred in Spain at around 12:30 p.m. on April 28, Prime Minister Sanchez spoke in the evening of the same day, saying that power supply had recovered to nearly 50% and improvements were being seen in most autonomous regions, and that he aimed to restore power to the entire country by tomorrow (the 29th). (The power company (Red Electrica) announced that as of 7:00 a.m. on April 29, 99% of power demand had been restored.)
At 12:33 p.m., 15 gigawatts of power generation, equivalent to 60 percent of the country's demand, suddenly disappeared, the cause of which is under investigation.
In addition, the government urges workers to prioritize safety, and encourages those who do not necessarily need to come to work but have difficulty traveling or have been instructed by their employers to stay at home to do so, and asks students to follow the instructions of the regional government.
2. The airport operator (AENA) has announced that all airports in Spain have resumed operations, however, passengers are advised to check the status of public transport to the airport and to check with their airlines regarding flight status.
Additionally, according to the website of the Spanish national railways (RENFE), some lines have resumed operations, but full service has not yet resumed and there is a possibility that disruptions to transportation services may continue.
If you have difficulty traveling, we recommend that you wait in the safest place possible, and if you absolutely need to go out or travel, you should anticipate delays.
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Embassy of Japan in Spain
Phone: +(34)91-590-7600 (main)
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas
Phone: +(34)928-244-012
Website: https://www.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/00_000042.html
Consulate General of Japan in Barcelona
Phone: +(34)93-280-3433
Website: http://www.barcelona.es.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Overseas Safety Website: https://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/info/pcinfectionspothazardinfo_161.html
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