Japan Safe Travel (JST)

JST is managed by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), providing foreign visitors safety tips and latest information in case of natural disasters.

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The JNTO TIC Call Center 050-3416-0010, provides tourist information throughout Japan, every day 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For emergency support (illness, disasters, etc.), please call the JNTO Japan Visitor Hotline [phone], 24 hours every day.
Both services support English, Chinese, and Korean.

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[Consumer Hotline]
The Consumer Hotline for Tourists offers telephone consultation that overseas visitors to Japan can use. If you experience consumer issues involving stores, restaurants, bars, transportation, or hotels during your visit.
03-5449-0906
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#JNTOsafetravel

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[Safety Tips] Heavy Rain: What to Do​

​Be aware of floodwater danger levels.​
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-Ankle-deep water is already a warning — leave early​
-20 cm: children may not be able to open doors​
-50 cm: many women may have difficulty walking​
-70 cm: walking becomes difficult for adults​
-80 cm+: walking becomes extremely dangerous. Move to higher ground immediately​

Stay safe — details here:​
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#HeavyRain

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[Safety Tips] Heavy Rain: Basics​
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The Japan Meteorological Agency may issue advisories and warnings for heavy rain or strong winds​.
For your safety, stay updated on weather information​/

Learn more:
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#HeavyRain

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[Emergency Call 110]
If you get in trouble in Japan, ask for police’s help/assistance by calling 110.
Multilingual assistance is available.
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Akita Shinkansen services has resumed its operation.
For more info, please visit:
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#Railway

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Akita Shinkansen services are partially suspended.
For more info, please visit:
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#Railway

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[Safety Tips] Earthquake: What to Do

Near the coast or rivers:
Tsunamis can occur along coasts and rivers.

-Move to higher ground immediately
-Stay away from the coast and rivers
-Do not return until warnings are lifted

Stay safe — details here:
https://t.co/IbAoDkRugL
#earthquake

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[Safety Tips] Earthquake: Basics

In Japan, earthquakes are measured using the “seismic
intensity scale”.
It shows how strongly the ground shakes at your location, unlike magnitude, which represents the overall strength of an earthquake.
Understanding this helps you act quickly and stay safe.

Learn more:
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#earthquake

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[Local Rules] Japan's Local Laws
In Japan, there are local laws regarding smoking, drinking, tattoos, and drugs. Please follow them to avoid any unfortunate mishaps or misunderstandings.
For more info:
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Tohoku Shinkansen services have resumed its operation.
For more info, please visit:
https://t.co/6wseKfzyvZ
#Railway

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Tohoku Shinkansen services are partially suspended.
For more info, please visit:
https://t.co/6wseKfzyvZ
#Railway

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Jun 8, 04:50 pm, all the tsunami warning and advisory have been lifted.
#Tsunami

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Tsunami Advisory: Jun 8, 00:00 pm, a tsunami with an estimated height up to 1m is expected to strike the coastal regions of Ogasawara Islands.
#Tsunami

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Tsunami Advisory has been issued on Jun 8, 09:05 am. Get out of the water and leave coastal regions immediately.
For more info:
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#Tsunami

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[Safety Tips] Heatstroke: What to Do

-Drink water regularly, even before you feel thirsty.
-When sweating, drink room-temperature fluids and take in some salt as well.

Stay safe — details here:
https://t.co/gRYYaYIXoG
#heatstroke

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[Safety Tips] Heatstroke: Prevention

Hot days ahead in Japan.
Stay hydrated and check the forecast to avoid heatstroke.

Learn more:
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#heatstroke