The Government of Japan will end the States of Emergency as of October 1. This will end the remaining states of emergency in place in 19 prefectures and the quasi-states of emergency in place in eight prefectures throughout Japan. Still, local and prefectural governments may maintain certain restrictions.
What to Expect for Travelers
- The Government of Japan continues to enforce strict travel regulations that bar most non-resident foreigners, including tourists and non-resident business travelers, from entering the country.
- Japanese citizens and foreign residents with reentry permits are generally allowed to reenter Japan but must comply with strict pre- and post-travel testing requirements and quarantine upon arrival.
- All travelers inbound to Japan must receive a negative PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours of flight departure. For details, please see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
- As of October 1, the quarantine period for fully vaccinated travelers will be reduced to 10 days, subject to a negative PCR or antigen test on the 10th day of quarantine.
- All other travelers remain subject to the full 14-day quarantine period.
Erickson Insights
These regulations are subject to change with little notice.
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