Japan
Warnings and insurance
‘Nankai Trough megaquake’ warning
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a ‘Nankai Trough megaquake advisory’ on 8 August.
This means that the risk of a significant earthquake affecting large parts of Japan is higher than usual.
People in Japan are advised to familiarise themselves with the Japan National Tourism Organisation safety advice as a precaution, and follow any further advice from national and local authorities.
Continue to check the latest information on NHK World News and the Japan Meteorological Agency website.
Tropical Storm AMPIL
Tropical Storm AMPIL (Tropical Storm No7) is expect to cause significant disruption, including to travel across the Kanto and Tohoku regions from 16 to 17 August.
Please check your plans before you travel and follow the advice of local authorities.
You can find the latest information on NHK World News and Japan Meteorological Agency.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
About FCDO travel advice
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.
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