COVID-19: Current Japanese Border Measures
Japanese Border Measures
| Valid Vaccination Certificate | Quarantine | |||
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| Pre-departure Test | Questionnaire | On-arrival Test | Isolation | |
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With |
NOT Required |
Required |
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- |
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Without |
Required |
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- Those who are unable to present a valid vaccination certificate or a valid certificate of inspection will not be allowed to enter Japan, as based on Quarantine Law, and will be denied boarding the aircraft in the country of departure.
- Those entering Japan with symptoms of suspected COVID-19 infection will be tested upon arrival. Furthermore, those who test positive will be required a quarantine at the designated facility.
Required documents for entering Japan
FAQ
Note for All Visitors to Japan
Due to the increase in the number of passengers entering Japan, quarantine procedures at airports are taking time depending on the time of arrival. For those arriving later in the evening, please plan well in advance by making reservations for lodging near the airport.
Thank you for your understanding of quarantine operations.
※Any costs incurred due to quarantine procedures after flight arrival are the responsibility of the passenger.
Important notes after entering Japan
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Please take the following countermeasures to prevent the spread of the infection.
- Wear a face mask when recommended indoors when you are talking at a distance of less than approximately 2 meters.
- Sanitize your hands thoroughly and wash your hands frequently.
- Avoid the three Cs (closed spaces, crowded places, close-contact settings).
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If you test positive or develop any symptoms such as fever after entering Japan, please check Website of the MHLW for information on the prefecture where you are staying and follow its guidance.
- Mask Use
- More information on then use of mask can be found here.
- Local Call Center
- Information on each prefecture can be found here.
- Cabinet Secretariat web
- Provides information on five situations that increase the risk of infection.
Call Center
Open 9AM to 9 PM, everyday including weekend and holidays.
- 0120-248-668（日本語のみ）
- 050-1751-2158（日本語・English・中文・한국어）
- 050-1741-8558（日本語・English・中文・한국어）
Resources (in Japanese)